Senior Tactical Systems Analyst (Mission Creation) - WA

Tactical Air Support, Inc.

Senior Tactical Systems Analyst (Mission Creation)
NAS Whidbey Island, WA.

Salary Range: $77.00-$85.00/Hourly DOE

Position Summary

We are immediately seeking a full-time E/A-18G Mission Creation Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our motivated Advanced Capabilities and Expert Solutions (ACES) Division, supporting our Software Training team at NAS Whidbey Island, WA.

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 Mission Creation team assists fleet users using new and existing SCS and MPE features and capabilities. They act as resident operational planning and mission creation experts, promulgating best practices and techniques for existing and emerging capabilities enabled through mission planning tools.

The ideal candidate for this team is a proactive advocate for fleet mission planners, dedicated to educating and supporting them as they navigate this challenging and complex system. They must have enthusiasm and the ability to work in an environment requiring intense collaboration and information sharing, robust communication, and proactive coordination with various EA-18G and F/A-18E/F operational squadrons, test squadrons, program offices, industry partners, and tactical centers of excellence.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Weapons School JMPS SME with expert-level knowledge of the functions, capabilities, and limitations of JMPS as it pertains to the EA-18G and new SCS releases.
• Assist with SCS research and training development. Provide support for new SCS and MPE releases.
• Train and support squadron mission planners in all aspects of tactical JMPS utilization, mission creation, and troubleshooting.
• Develop and provide training in support of Advanced Readiness Programs.
• Provide mission creation, operational training, and support to local squadrons throughout the workup cycle, to include pre-deployment and JMPSO turnover training.
• Act as a liaison between fleet aircrew, test/engineering communities, program offices, and industry partners.
• Proactively work to identify gaps in the EA-18G mission creation process, serve as an advocate for fleet users, and work to resolve new and existing challenges.
• Cross-train and assist other priority efforts within Tactical Air's ACES division.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship
• Active and current Top Secret clearance with SAP and SCI eligibility
• Bachelor's degree in Science or related discipline; advanced degree preferred. Combination of background, education, and training may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Minimum of eight years experience as EA-18G aircrew (Pilot or EWO)
• Expertise with EA-18G TMS mission planning and training systems
• Travel (10-20%) required to various work sites throughout the U.S.
• Valid state driver license

Desired Experience/Skills

• Experience as a Squadron Joint Mission Planning System - Officer (JMPS-O)
• Ability to understand and convey tactical and technical information as an EA-18G Mission Planning SME
• Ability to research, process, and distill complex technical material, subsequently presenting it to fleet aviators in meaningful and engaging ways
• Ability to conduct professional, in-person training to groups of aircrew with varied experience levels
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Teams, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Strong organizational and time management skills with 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/DEI/Disabled/Veterans Employer

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