Military Military-Specific / Tactical Training Specialists
Military Career
General Information
Description
Military-specific/tactical training specialists conduct training under conditions that closely approximate combat, such as Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape (SERE) situations. They may be required to develop and conduct training related to topics such as aerospace and operational physiology, antiterrorism, weapons and tactics, or marksmanship. For example, small arms marksmanship instructors conduct training in all phases of basic marksmanship, both ashore and afloat. This training includes firearms safety, mechanical training on small arms, instructional and qualification firing, basic range operations, and reporting.
Work Environment
Military-specific/tactical training specialists in the Military work either indoors or outdoors, depending on the type of training they provide.
Workplace at a Glance
What you can expect to experience while on the job
- Responsibility
- Exposure to job hazards
- Physical activity
- Decision making
- Repetitiveness
- Level of competition
- Time pressure
Comparable Industries
- Business Management & Administration
Military Outlook
Service Branches
Jobs in this career field may be available in other service branches. Call or email a particular branch for more info.
Army
Marine Corps
Navy
Air Force
Coast Guard
Space ForceMilitary Status
- Enlisted
- Hands-on/specialized
- High school diploma required
Military Workforce
Military-Specific / Tactical Training Specialists in the Military
17,718
Salary
Salary Information
Median Military Salary This is the median, or the midpoint, of the salary range for this career.
$81,723
Military Salary Range Salary varies based on years of service, degree level, special pays, family status and location. Learn more about Military benefits.
$22,726 - $294,189
What makes up a Military salary?
Military salaries include a lot more than just base pay.
They also offer:
- Housing allowances
- Subsistence allowances
- Special and incentive pays
- Cost-of-living allowances
- Hazardous-duty pay
- Bonuses
Learn more about what goes into a salary with the compensation estimator
Learn more about military insurance and retirement benefits
Education
Most Common Education Levels
People in this career achieve this level of education.
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Bachelor's degree 78%
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High school 8%
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Associate's degree 8%
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Some college 4%
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Master's degree 0%
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Doctoral degree 0%
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Post baccalaureate 0%
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Less than high school 0%
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Post-doctoral training 0%
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Post-master's certificate 0%
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First professional degree 0%
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Post-secondary certificate 0%
Military training
All enlisted service members complete basic military training, which includes time spent in a classroom and in the field, and covers tactical and survival skills, physical training, military life and customs, and weapons training. Military-specific/tactical training specialists are subject matter experts in their field. Military-specific/tactical training specialists in the Military will gain skills through classroom study and on-the-job experience. Job-specific training content may include: Lesson planningInstructional methodsCommunications skillsMilitary policies and procedures
Read MoreSkills at a Glance
Skills helpful in this career
- Verbal skills
- Critical thinking & problem solving
- Equipment operation & maintenance
- Math & science skills
- Technology design & control
- Leadership
Knowledge
- Education and Training
- Customer and Personal Service
- English Language
- Personnel and Human Resources
- Administrative
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