$64.00 - $88.00 per hour DOE
Position Summary
We are seeking a full-time F-35 Subject Matter Expert (SME) to identify, define, and document technical data for weaponeering, and Naval Technical Requirements Product (NTRP) products for F-35 aircraft and associated weapons systems.
The Advanced Capabilities and Effective Solutions (ACES) Division supports Tactical Air's mission by delivering world-class training, products, and support directly to fleet aviators. As part of ACES, the Classified Flight Series Data (C-FSD) team provides the latest information on F-35 aircraft software features and functionality for the aircraft Mission and Weapon Systems.
Responsibilities
- Research software updates and apply them to fleet airworthiness documentation (C-FSD)
- Compile and convey various technical and engineering documents to aircrew in written and/or oral form
- Provide hands-on training to USN, USMC, and USAF weapon school personnel on various aircraft systems.
- Develop training materials in various formats and platforms such as PowerPoint presentations, oral briefs, and in-flight guides for use by aircrew
- Ensure protection of current and potential intellectual and company technology
- Regularly interact with and provide guidance, support, and input to internal and external customers, including operational squadrons, weapon school personnel, test squadrons, and program offices
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Science, Aeronautics, Engineering, Mathematics, Operations Research, Computer Science, Physics, or related scientific discipline; advanced degree preferred
- Twelve (12) or more years of direct experience employing U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) fighter aircraft or aircraft tactical system
- Comprehensive technical and functional knowledge of F-35 weapon and mission systems
- Travel (20%) to various work sites throughout the U.S.
- Valid State Driver's License
- U.S. Citizenship with an active Secret clearance with TS/SCI Eligibility
- Eligible for SAP/SAR programs
Desired Experience/Skills
- Weapons school graduate, test pilot school graduate, former weapons school instructor, TPS or FRS/TPU instructor
- An equivalent combination of training, education, and experience in a relevant field or industry will be considered in lieu of a degree
- Familiarity or experience with the U.S. Armed Forces and Department of Defense (DoD) federal contractors and the aerospace, defense, or commercial aviation industry
- 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
- Excellent customer service skills
- 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) required
Tactical Air Support is an EEO/AA/Disabled/Veterans Employer