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ITA is seeking an Armorer to join the team supporting the 391st Fighter Squadron at Camp Bullis in San Antonio, Texas. 

*Please note this opportunity is contingent upon successful contract award*

• Oversee the unit’s Combat Arms program and serve as the unit’s primary armorer.
• Manage weapons training support operations to include activities on firing ranges, multiple facilities, resource and supply functions, weapons maintenance operations, and a munitions account.
• Review and update operations instructions annually, documenting reviews electronically or on a general- purpose form.
• Build and maintain Operations Instructions to provide guidance for local policies/procedures required to manage the unit’s Small Arms/Light Weapons (SA/LW) training, range operations, and SA/LW maintenance programs IAW squadron policy.
• Ensure all permanent and temporary modifications to SA/LW systems are approved by the Small Arms Program Office, and coordinated with Air Force Security Forces Center, Weapons Management Branch (S4W), Combat Arms Air Force Security Forces Center (AFSFC)/Force Generation Weapons Logistics (FGWL).
• Create a SA/LW inspection report for all types of inspections (i.e., Semi-Annual, Pre-Embarkation, Pre- Issue, Turn-In), to be completed within five duty days of completing the inspection. Address the report to the weapon custodian of the unit possessing the SA/LW, with a suspense date to correct the discrepancies not to exceed 30 calendar days.
• Manage the physical security regarding weapons, munitions, and keys.
• Account for all weapons, munitions, and associated equipment.
• Design armories and clearing zones, IAW AFIs/AFMANs (e.g., AFMAN 31-129) and local requirements.
• Ensure all assigned and TDY personnel are safely handling weapons IAW AFMANs (e.g., AFMAN 31- 129, attachments 2 through 18) and local requirements.
• Verify each individual’s authorization to receive weapons and/or ammunition.
• Manage the weapons cleaning program.
• Ensure each weapon is cleared before issue or turn-in. Visually inspect and clear each weapon to ensure all ammunition is removed prior to storage. Store weapons IAW AFMAN (e.g., AFMAN 31-129, attachments 2 through 18).
• Determine accurate combat weapons support requirements.
• Identify short- and long-term resource and funding issues and make resolution recommendations to commander.
• Research and identify cost-effective training requirements for assigned personnel. Develop and implement a comprehensive training plan within established timeframes.
• Perform Combat Arms Training & Maintenance (CATM) duties IAW AFIs/AFMANs and local guidance.
• Conduct firing range operations and courses of fire IAW AFIs/AFMANs (e.g., AFI 36-2654, AFMAN 36- 2227) and local guidance. NOTE: The guidance in AFI 36-2654 and AFMAN 36-2227 takes precedence over local guidance.
• Obtain and maintain qualification on all instructed SA/LW and courses, for which you are required to instruct.
• Coordinate with the squadron weapons officers to maintain and personalize approved AF lesson plans with emphasis on enhancing student learning effectiveness IAW AFIs/AFMANs.
• Obtain and utilize SFMIS to document daily training, maintenance operations, and weapons qualifications.
• Train all armorers and clearing barrel officials IAW AFIs/AFMANs and local requirements.
• Train, qualify, and certify personnel on AF SA/LW and courses.
• Evaluate and correct student performance during SA/LW training IAW AFIs/AFMANs.

• 2 years of experience as an Air Force military member awarded AFSC 3P0X1B with Special Experience Identifier (SEI) 312
  OR
• 2 years of experience as a military member or DoD civilian with equivalent qualification (defined as a graduate of the Air Force Combat Arms Apprentice Course, Navy Master at Arms (MA) Trainer/Planner, Army Master Gunner at Battalion Level or higher, or Marine Corps Master Gunner (MG qualified))
• Possess a Secret security clearance 

ITA International proudly complies with all federal and state benefit and pay transparency laws. Employees of ITA can expect a robust benefit package, including:

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability insurance (where applicable)
• Voluntary ancillary benefit options
• 401k retirement benefits with employer matching contributions

ITA International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), ITA International would like to ensure that your application process goes as smoothly as possible. If you would like to preview the physical requirements for this position, or if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with ITA, please contact us by phone at 757-246-6781 or email us at HR@ita-intl.com.