Which entity is located with the joint fires element at the joint special operations task force (JSOTF)?

The Joint Air Coordination Element (JACE) is specifically tasked with coordinating joint air operations and aligns closely with the functions of a Joint Special Operations Task Force (JSOTF). Within the structure of a JSOTF, the JACE works to ensure that air support is synchronized with the needs of ground operations and integrates aerial capabilities into the overall operational plan.

The JACE serves as a vital communication and coordination hub between the joint fires element and various air assets, facilitating the effective employment of close air support and other aerial resources in support of special operations missions. This coordination is crucial for achieving the desired effects on the battlefield and supports the overall operational effectiveness of the JSOTF.

While the other options, such as the Special Operations Liaison Element (SOLE), Special Operations C2 Element, and Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC), each play significant roles within special operations, they do not specifically represent the entity located with the joint fires element in the way that the JACE does. The SOLE, for instance, focuses on integrating special operations with the conventional forces, while the JTAC is responsible for directing air strikes but operates under the larger framework provided by the JACE and other commanding elements.