Command and Control Center Specialists
Military Training
Air Traffic Control
| Job Title: | Joint Terminal Attack Controller |
| Branch: | Marine Corps |
| Class: | Enlisted |
| Description: | This MOS is a skill designator MOS which requires formal Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) training and certification. It forms the foundation skill set for assignment to appropriate JTAC billet in the Operating Forces. A JTAC is a qualified (certified) service member, who from a forward position directs the action of combat aircraft engaged in close air support (CAS), and other offensive air operations. A qualified and current JTAC will be recognized across DoD as capable and authorized to perform terminal attack control. Mission essential task/skill training for a JTAC is established in the T&R and includes graduation from the Special Operations Spotter Course (SOSC), and the Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) Course at EWTG. Upon successful completion of the TACP Course, the JTAC will be designated combat capable, receive MOS 9986 JTAC, and will return to his unit for completion of the T&R requirements. Only T&R qualified and current JTACs may conduct Close Air Support (CAS) training operations without specified instructor supervision. Training currency must be documented and certified in the JTAC training record. |
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