Salary range $59.00 - $80.00 hourly DOE
Position Summary
We are immediately seeking an experienced F/A-18E/F Subject Matter Expert to join our motivated Advanced Capabilities and Expert Solutions (ACES) Division and support our System Configuration Set (SCS) training team in Ridgecrest, CA.
The ACES Division supports Tactical Air's mission by delivering world-class training, products, and support directly to fleet aviators. As part of ACES, the SCS team provides the latest information on aircraft software features and functionality to warfighters so that they can be successful in combat. The SCS training program is dynamic and challenging, reflecting new approaches to SCS development, testing within NAVAIR, and tactical implementation. Leveraging existing in-depth F/A-18 experience, it also requires expertise in research methods, collaboration, communication, content creation, and the ability to distill and present complex material in meaningful and engaging ways. Team members must be proactive with a high level of attention to detail. The SCS team is a key part of the ACES Division, and critical to ACES' goal of being the clear leader in fleet training and support across the flight line.
Responsibilities
- Integration and significant face-to-face interaction with VX aircrew, flight test engineers, software developers, program managers, contractors, and other key government representatives involved in SCS development.
- Research, process, and distill complex technical material for meaningful/engaging presentation to fleet aircrew
- Cross-train and assist other priority efforts within ACES
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Science or related discipline; advanced degree preferred.
- A combination of background, education, and training may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Minimum of eight years as F/A-18E/F aircrew (pilot or WSO).
- Familiarity and expertise with F/A-18E/F mission planning and training systems.
- Travel (20%) required to various work sites throughout the U.S.
- Valid state driver's license.
- U.S. Citizenship with an active and current Security Clearance with TS/SCI eligibility.
Desired Experience/Skills
- Extensive operational strike-fighter experience and graduate-level credentials in F/A-18E/F employment, instruction, and/or flight test.
- Willingness to stay conversant in strike-fighter
- Experience with various operational squadrons, training squadrons, test squadrons, program offices, and tactical centers of excellence.
- Familiarity or experience with the U.S. Armed Forces and Department of Defense (DoD) federal contractors and the aerospace, defense, or commercial aviation industry.
- Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to conduct professional, in-person training for large and small groups of aircrew with varied experience levels.
- Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Teams, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to correctly prioritize workload to maintain schedules, deadlines, and standards on assigned projects.
Work Authorization
Must be lawfully eligible to work in the United States and complete a U.S. government I-9 Form.
Tactical Air Support is a Drug & Alcohol-Free Workplace. Pre-employment, random, or for cause drug/alcohol testing (including for marijuana) is required.
