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Threat Tec is seeking a Robotics Instructor to support the MARSOC Special Reconnaissance (SR) Team at Camp Lejeune, NC . The Master Robotics Instructor will be responsible for designing, developing ...

Threat Tec is seeking a Robotics Instructor to support the MARSOC Special Reconnaissance (SR) Team at Camp Lejeune, NC . The Master Robotics Instructor will be responsible for designing, developing ...

Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance Community operations and training experience * Instructor experience as a Squadron, Fleet replacement Squadron (FRS)/VP-30, and FRS IUT Instructor, teaching complex ...

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How much do reconnaissance instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for reconnaissance instructor in the United States is $21.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Reconnaissance Instructor vs Reconnaissance Specialist?

AspectReconnaissance InstructorReconnaissance Specialist
Required CredentialsMilitary or defense certifications, instructor qualificationsMilitary training, reconnaissance or combat certifications
Work EnvironmentTraining facilities, classrooms, military basesField operations, reconnaissance missions, military bases
Employer & IndustryDefense agencies, military training centersMilitary units, defense organizations
Common Search & ComparisonTraining roles, instructional positions in reconnaissanceOperational reconnaissance roles, field specialists

Reconnaissance Instructors primarily focus on training and educating military personnel in reconnaissance techniques, often working in classroom or training environments. Reconnaissance Specialists, on the other hand, are involved in field operations, conducting reconnaissance missions in various terrains. While both roles require military reconnaissance certifications, instructors emphasize teaching, whereas specialists focus on field execution.

What states have the most Reconnaissance Instructor jobs? States with the most job openings for Reconnaissance Instructor jobs include:
Infographic showing various Reconnaissance Instructor job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 25% Full Time, 70% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,102 per year, or $21.2 per hour.

Pararescue Instructor, Subject Matter Expert (PJ)

Tactical Revolution LLC

Hurlburt Field, FL โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago


Job description

We are seeking an experienced Pararescue (PJ) Instructor / Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide qualification and mission training for Combat Controller (CCT), Special Reconnaissance (SR), Tactical Air Control Party (TACP), and Pararescue (PJ) personnel. The instructor will deliver classroom and field-based instruction, provide specialized expertise to career field training programs, and administer Mission Qualification Training (MQT) for Special Tactics operators. Responsibilities include developing, conducting, and evaluating training to ensure operational readiness and mission effectiveness in austere and dynamic environments.
Requirements
  1. Minimum of 5 years' experience as a 7 level in USAF Pararescue career field (AFSC 1Z171). SOF experience preferred.
  2. Capable of providing dive supervisor duties for student proficiency, safety, and upgrade training.
  3. Capable of providing rope-master duties during mock tower and actual aircraft training for safe student training.
  4. Capable of performing small/large maritime duties and open-water swimming to support amphibious operations training.
  5. Capable of flying infil/exfil with students into and out of field training exercises via any military fixed/rotary wing aircraft.
  6. Capable of instructing the following skills:
  • Radio Communications
  • Airborne Operations
  • Alternate Insertion and Extraction Methods
  • Small Unit Tactics
  • Fixed/Rotary Wing Call for Fire (CFF) Techniques
  • Surveillance and Reconnaissance
  • Close Quarters Battle (CQB)
  • Land Navigation
  • Tactical Vehicle Training
  • Convoy Operations Training
  • Full Mission Profile Events
  • Operational Prep of the Environment (OPE)
  • Assault Zone Operations
  • Personnel Recovery
  • Survey Techniques (Landing Zone/Drop Zone/Helicopter Landing Zone/Forward Area Arming and Refueling Point)
  • Demolitions
  • Special Ops Mission Planning (SOMP)
  • Survival, Evasion Resistance, and Escape (SERE)
  • Light and Heavy Weapons