Tactical Systems Operator (TSO)/ Instructor

Company: Leidos
Location: Clovis
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Ready to elevate your career with one of the nation’s premier defense innovators? At Leidos, you’ll join an elite team where your expertise is amplified through world?class training, mission?driven collaboration, and exposure to cutting?edge technical operations. If you’re looking to accelerate your professional trajectory while directly supporting national security, this is your moment. The Leidos Defense Sector is seeking Tactical Systems Operator (TSO) Mode Instructors to join our high?impact program at Cannon AFB, New Mexico . This role supports a major Military Intelligence initiative aligned with the USAF Air Combat Command’s (ACC) ISR mission. A current TS/SCI clearance is required. What You’ll Do As a TSO Mode Instructor, you will play a critical role in shaping the next generation of 361 ISRG operators. You will: Train and certify personnel across Mode 1, 2, and 3 operations in accordance with OTT, T&C, and NGW?ITOS standards, with opportunities to expand into future Modes as they are introduced. Deliver high?quality instruction through initial and recertification courses, ensuring operators meet mission?ready standards. Develop and maintain CMCT curriculum and POI?aligned training materials that reflect evolving mission requirements. Leverage and enhance the Tactical Systems Emulator (TSE) Aircrew Training Device , contributing to scenario development that mirrors real?world operational environments. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with TSO subject matter experts to integrate current operational trends into ACCT training. Review and refine TSE scenarios to align with the approved Syllabus of Instruction. Provide ISR and SIGINT instruction as an NSA?certified instructor supporting Air Force systems and Cryptologic Operators. Monitor and implement certification updates to ensure training remains compliant and mission?aligned. Serve as a liaison between ISRG leadership, subordinate squadrons, and Intelligence Community partners. Conduct certification training and evaluations including classroom instruction, scenario?based exercises, and testing. Develop and deliver advanced TTP training for emerging technologies and evolving SIGINT protocols. Assess new technologies and TTPs to support government decisions on future SIGINT training integration. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of experience (additional experience may substitute for degree). Aircrew background with SIGINT system operation experience . Experience supporting high?value target analysis databases . Active TS/SCI clearance . Deep understanding of the TSO mission and Mode certification process Ability to work independently and within a dynamic team environment . Strong verbal and written communication skills . If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares. Original Posting: February 17, 2026 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above. Pay Range: Pay Range $65,650.00 - $118,675.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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