Army ROTC Military Science Instructor

Job overview

The Army ROTC Military Science Instructor role is onsite in Charleston, IL; compensation is not specified. The position supports MAT’s U.S. Army ROTC contract and is scheduled to open in mid-October 2026. The instructor delivers classroom and field training to cadets, helping them learn military science, leadership, and soldier skills through instruction, practice, and assessment. The role also supports cadet summer training and ROTC recruiting and outreach activities.

What you'll do

• Teach military science in classroom and field settings in accordance with the ROTC program of instruction
• train cadets in Warrior Tasks and Battle Drills, small-unit tactics, and physical fitness
• coach cadet teams
• instruct on officer-to-NCO relationships and planning
• support approximately 40 days of Cadet Summer Training at Fort Knox
• assist with recruiting events, cadet prospect development, transportation, and supplies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

army rotc

military science instructor

cadet training

field instruction

classroom teaching

small-unit tactics

warrior tasks

charleston il

mat

full-time

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires prior U.S. Army commissioned or non-commissioned officer service; temporary employment requires at least four years of prior military experience, with six years preferred.

About the employer

Management Analysis Technologies (MAT), Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.