Senior SME – SOF Logistics Instructor OCONUS
Endurion is seeking a Freelance Senior Subject Matter Expert (SME) – Joint Logistics Support to SOF–International (JLLS‑I) for the Joint Special Operations University (JSOU) mission in support of United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM)..
Location: In‑Residence, Jordan (OCONUS)
Engagement: Five-day resident course (plus limited pre-course preparation)
Security: SECRET or higher (TS/SCI preferred)
Position Summary
The Senior SME is engaged to provide expert instruction, facilitation, and mentorship for a scheduled delivery of the Joint Logistics Support to SOF–International (JLLS I) Course. This short-term instructional assignment includes limited pre-course preparation and delivery of the five-day resident course. Additional instructional opportunities may be available as future courses are scheduled.
The position supports JSOU’s international partner‑nation education program by delivering applied logistics curriculum emphasizing joint, interagency, intergovernmental, and multinational SOF support concepts. The SME engages alongside international logisticians to share best practices, analyze case studies, and guide a capstone syndicate planning exercise.
The SME must possess extensive real‑world SOF logistics experience at the Battalion level or above, with operational exposure to SOTF, JSOTF, SOJTF, or TSOC environments. The role requires strong instructional skills, an ability to work in culturally diverse environments, and the ability to mentor partner‑nation officers with varying levels of joint logistics experience.
Duties & Responsibilities
Instruction & Facilitation
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Deliver classroom instruction for all modules of the 5‑day JLLS‑I course, including doctrinal overviews, partner‑nation comparative discussions, sustainment planning, distribution processes, and logistics C2.
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Facilitate daily practical exercises and the final capstone syndicate planning event.
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Lead guided discussions that encourage partner‑nation sharing of logistics frameworks, constraints, and approaches to SOF sustainment.
Curriculum Preparation & Review
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Conduct pre‑event preparation, including familiarization with JSOU lesson materials, slides, vignettes, and exercise design.
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Adapt instruction dynamically to the logistics maturity level of the participating partner nations.
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Provide recommended updates to course materials based on lessons learned and student feedback.
Operational Expertise Contribution
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Present relevant, real‑world SOF logistics vignettes from SOTF, JSOTF, SOJTF, or TSOC experiences to illustrate key concepts.
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Provide expert insight on sustainment planning, distribution networks, interoperability challenges, and coalition sustainment operations.
Partner‑Nation Engagement
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Operate professionally in an international training environment, respecting partner‑nation customs, professional norms, and organizational structures.
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Encourage coalition interoperability and shared problem solving.
Reporting & Course Outputs
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Support preparation of student rosters, after‑action reviews (AARs), and course assessments.
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Provide input for partner‑nation feedback and future course refinement.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA)
Knowledge
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SOF and Joint Logistics Doctrine:
In‑depth understanding of U.S. joint logistics doctrine, SOF sustainment doctrine, and multinational logistics concepts. -
Operational Logistics Experience:
Applied knowledge of logistics functions (supply, maintenance, distribution, transportation, contracting, medical logistics, etc.) at Battalion level or higher. -
SOF Operational Frameworks:
Direct exposure to SOTF, JSOTF, SOJTF, or TSOC operations—understanding how logistics integrates into planning and command & control. -
Coalition & Multinational Operations:
Understanding of interoperability challenges, multinational logistics networks, status‑of‑forces agreements, and OCONUS sustainment considerations.
Skills
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Instruction & Facilitation:
Ability to deliver structured lessons, facilitate diverse groups, manage discussions, and guide planning exercises. -
Cross‑Cultural Communication:
Skilled in communicating technical logistics concepts to international audiences with varying English proficiency. -
Analytical & Problem‑Solving Skills:
Capable of guiding partner‑nation logisticians through scenario‑based sustainment planning. -
Interpersonal Skills:
Ability to work collaboratively with other instructors, interpreters (if used), and JSOU staff.
Abilities
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Synthesize Real‑World Experience into Instruction:
Ability to translate personal operational logistics experience into relevant examples and case studies. -
Adapt to Partner‑Nation Requirements:
Tailor instruction to differing national logistics structures and levels of resourcing. -
Operate in OCONUS Training Environments:
Ability to travel internationally, operate professionally in unfamiliar environments, and maintain cultural sensitivity. -
Mentor and Coach:
Provide constructive feedback to partner‑nation officers and foster a productive learning environment.
Minimum Qualifications
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SECRET clearance minimum.
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Minimum 10 years of SOF or Joint Logistics experience at BN staff or higher.
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Experience at SOTF, JSOTF, SOJTF, or TSOC level strongly preferred.
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Experience planning or executing logistics for SOF operations (exercises, deployments, missions).
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Prior instructor, facilitator, or mentor experience (formal or informal).
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Ability to travel OCONUS for the course period.
Preferred Qualifications
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JSOU teaching experience or exposure to PME classroom environments.
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Previous work with partner nations or multinational exercises (e.g., FID, JCS exercises, coalition operations).
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Mastery of joint planning processes, especially Joint Planning Process (JPP) logistics roles.
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Graduate of SOF PME (e.g., Joint SOF Senior Enlisted Academy, SOF‑focused staff course).
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Foreign language familiarity (helpful but not required).
Endurion complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) requirements. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Endurion will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected].
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management retains the discretion to add to or modify the duties of the position at any time. Employment with Endurion is at-will, meaning that either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or advance notice, provided it does not violate applicable law.
