Fixed Wing or Rotary Wing Pilot / Forward Air Controller (FAC)

Opportunity (Part Time): Fixed Wing or Rotary Wing Pilot / Forward Air Controller (FAC)

Bottom Line Up Front: Hoplite Group is seeking experienced former military fixed-wing or rotary-wing pilots (O-4 to O-6) with Forward Air Control (FAC) experience to support a U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) security cooperation initiative. The position will provide technical advisory support to partner-nation military forces, focusing on Air-to-Ground Integration (AGI), Close Air Support (CAS), Joint targeting, and the development of sustainable operational doctrine and training programs. Candidates must possess a current Secret security clearance.

Location: Remote support (CONUS) and forward engagements (OCONUS) as part of a U.S. Government
advising effort.

Level of Effort: (Part Time)

• Non-Travel Months: Approximately 20–30 hours of remote monthly support
• OCONUS Engagement Months: Approximately 80–100 hours/month
• Travel: Anticipate quarterly OCONUS engagements

Availability: Immediate Opening 

Objective: Support AFRICOM security cooperation initiatives by providing institutional and technical advisory assistance to partner-nation military forces. The effort focuses on strengthening AGI capabilities, improving counterterrorism operational readiness, and developing sustainable doctrine, procedures, and phased training plans to enhance operational effectiveness and long-term force readiness.

Advisor Responsibilities:

• Provide institutional and technical advisory support to partner-nation armed forces within the
  AFRICOM Area of Responsibility (AOR) to improve AGI capabilities and operational readiness.
• Review existing Capability-Based Assessments (CBAs) and Implementation Plans to identify
  capability gaps, validate Lines of Effort, and recommend corrective actions.
• Assess partner-nation progress in implementing AGI capability development initiatives and
  associated operational requirements.
• Review and assist in developing AGI doctrine, Standard Operating Procedures, and phased
  training and sustainment plans.
• Evaluate Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) certification requirements, qualification
  standards, and training curricula to identify deficiencies and recommend improvements.
• Advise on Close Air Support (CAS), Joint targeting, and air-to-ground coordination procedures to
  improve counterterrorism operational effectiveness.
• Coordinate with partner-nation military stakeholders and AFRICOM representatives to align AGI
  development priorities, Lines of Effort, and Lines of Activity.

Required Qualifications:

• Active U.S. Secret Clearance
• Former military fixed-wing or rotary-wing pilot, retired at the rank of O-4, O-5, or O-6.
• Demonstrated experience and qualifications in FAC operations, including applicable certifications.
• Extensive operational experience in AGI and CAS operations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Joint targeting and planning processes and procedures.
• Knowledgeable in JTAC operations, certification standards, and employment procedures.
• Experience serving in a Combined Air Operations Center or higher-level military staff.