Technical Instructor
FLSA Classification
Exempt
Reports to
Director, Training Department
Date
March 2026
Job Description
Summary/objective
To develop, plan and conduct training on equipment developed and manufactured by REI, and Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) topics and methods.
Essential functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
- Develop new course material and maintain current course materials.
- Assist lead instructors at the REI facility in current and future courses.
- Assist the lead instructor at offsite locations in current and future courses.
- Develop future TSCM related course curriculum and materials.
- Maintain current and future training equipment and materials.
- Maintain and enhance as needed the current and future project rooms.
- Assist the Sales and Marketing department with trade shows and marketing events providing technical assistance.
- Cooperate and assist the Engineering and Production departments with operational testing and evaluation of REI Products.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Competencies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent technical knowledge.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
Supervisory responsibilities
None
Work environment
General office environment. Location in Cookeville TN.
Physical demands
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Prolonged periods of speaking and classroom environments.
Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds at times.
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Travel required
- Worldwide, approximately 10 - 25% of the year.
Required education and experience
- High School Diploma.
- Electronics technical schooling or equivalent.
Experience teaching/training
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Preferred education and experience
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Technical background in TSCM operations preferred.
Law enforcement or Intelligence background.
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Additional eligibility requirements
Must be authorized to work in the United States of America.
Work authorization/security clearance requirements
NA
Affirmative Action/EEO statement
All qualified individuals, including minorities, women and people with disabilities, are encouraged to apply, regardless of race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin and ancestry, age, marital/domestic partner/civil union status, or veteran status.
Other duties
Please note this job description is not a contract. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change over time and the employer shall, in its discretion, modify or adjust the position to meet the company’s changing needs at any time with or without notice.
