Aircrew Controller

Overview

Planned Systems International is seeking an AFSOC Mission Rehearsal Training Aircrew Controller to join our team at Hurlburt Field. The Aircrew Controller trains individuals, often in a field environment, in all individual, common, and implied tasks. Provides input to after action reports and hot washes. Ensures that the execution of the demonstration or tasks is being conducted correctly and within the standards of the training plan. Provides input to the training documents that are presented to the users of the item or system.

Extensive background as SOF aircrew or Battlefield Airman with a high degree of understanding and knowledge of SOF aircrew procedures to include tactics, techniques and procedures, aircrew training, standardization and evaluation, publications management, life support requirements for aircrew members, exercise management, and mobility requirements for aircrew.

Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities

• Controls aircraft range entry/exit manages LZ/DZ operations.
• Oversee and make recommendations to government officials on the safe execution of AFSOC aircraft.
• Track and monitor suspense systems, screen incoming correspondence (oral and written), review written correspondence for correct classification markings, and ensure decisions and directives are properly disseminated to Government officials.
• Support aircrew training, ground training, and continuation training sorties by emulating friendly and opposing forces.
• Direct personnel as necessary to mimic enemy Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures.
• Readily adapt to new government-provided equipment reconfiguration, upgrade and modernization.
• Employ new techniques and technologies presented by the government to keep procedures and capabilities abreast of mission requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• Active T3 investigation, with the ability to obtain and maintain necessary security clearances as required for access to classified information.
• Must possess a valid civilian driver’s license for the vehicle(s) to be operated.
• Must have working knowledge of the organizational interface of military, federal, state and local agencies, as applicable, to all operations under this PWS and be familiar with military command and control structures.
• Complete AFSOC LZSO/DZSO training, local area orientation, and be certified by letter signed by the Wing authority within 30 calendar days of starting.
• Must be able to safely lift and carry at least fifty (50) pounds.
• Must maintain all required qualifications to perform all duties for the duration of this period of performance.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Proficient at role-playing a Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) and Ground Force Commander (GFC), to include scheme of maneuver and radio communications.
• Qualified to simulate directing military aircraft to engage in close air support and other offensive air operations from a forward position.
• Be able to conduct LZ/DZ usability assessments, scoring procedures and surveys in accordance with DAFMAN 13-217.
• Be able to conduct/report weather observations in accordance with FAA JO 7110.65, Chapter 2, Sections 6 and 7.
• Be able to marshal aircraft in accordance with AFMAN 11-218.
• Proficient with applicable enemy TTPs.
• Possess fundamental land navigation/map, compass and GPS skills sufficient to read and locate, using latitude and longitude and Military Grid Reference System (MGRS) coordinates, boundaries, points of origin, points of impact, impact/strike points, and other locations during all training missions.
• Capable and proficient of emulating communications from air assets typically used for support of special operations ground forces.
• Be capable of operating a wide range of specialized equipment, weapons and vehicles to include, but not limited to, laser pointers, UHF/VHF/FM/HF/SATCOM radios, current Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment, overt/covert lights and marking devices and pyrotechnics.
• Be capable of operating radios in secure mode with Communications Security (COMSEC).
• Maintain an inventory of all government provided equipment.
• Knowledgeable of Governmental regulations, manuals, technical orders, standards, and publications related to Command and Control.
• Interpersonal skills for interaction with employees and Government counterparts.
• Proficiency in personal computer and business software.
• Analytical, organizational, and management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Strong oral and written skills are required.

Desired Qualifications

• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in performance of LZ duties as outlined in DAFMAN 13-217 is highly desired.
• Previous experience in covert, clandestine, and contingency SOF mobility, ISR and/or Strike operations.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in military range operations, coordination, and safety requirements.
• Previous SOCOM JTAC qualifications such as SOTACC/SOTACC-I.

Physical Demands

• The individual shall perform the required support at Hurlburt Field, FL, and Eglin Test and Training Complex (ETTC) (~75-mile radius of Hurlburt Field) and CONUS TDY locations to include, but not limited to, Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico, Melrose Air Force Range, Avon Park, Florida, Will Rogers International Airport, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and Davis Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona. Other CONUS TDY locations may be directed at the discretion of the government customer. OCONUS is not anticipated.

Additional Information

• Schedule will support 5-6 days a week not to exceed a 40-hour work week.

Company Benefits

PSI offers full-time, benefits eligible employees a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave, and options for employer sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance. Flexible spending account and health saving account options offer pre-tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses. The company sponsored 401(k) retirement plan has an employer contribution match that is immediately vested. We invest in the professional growth of our employees through professional courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.

EEO Commitment

It is company policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities will be provided. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources by emailing [email protected], or by dialing 703-575-8400.