Aircrew Controller

Planned Systems International, Inc.•Hurlburt Field, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Planned Systems International is seeking an AFSOC Mission Rehearsal Training Aircrew Controller to work at Hurlburt Field. The Aircrew Controller trains individuals, often in a field environment, on individual, common, and implied tasks; verifies that demonstrations and tasks are conducted correctly and in accordance with the training plan; and contributes to after-action reports, hot washes, and training documents presented to users of an item or system. The role requires an extensive SOF aircrew or Battlefield Airman background and a strong understanding of SOF aircrew procedures, including tactics, techniques and procedures, aircrew training, standardization and evaluation, publications management, aircrew life-support requirements, exercise management, and aircrew mobility requirements. The individual supports AFSOC aircrew training and mission rehearsal activities, manages aircraft range access and landing/drop zone operations, and advises government officials on safe aircraft operations. Support is performed at Hurlburt Field, Florida; the Eglin Test and Training Complex within approximately 75 miles of Hurlburt Field; and CONUS temporary-duty locations. OCONUS travel is not anticipated. The schedule supports five to six days per week, not exceeding 40 hours per week.

Requirements

Have an active T3 investigation and the ability to obtain and maintain security clearances required for access to classified information.
Possess a valid civilian driver’s license for the vehicle(s) operated.
Have working knowledge of organizational interfaces among military, federal, state, and local agencies applicable to operations, and familiarity with military command and control structures.
Complete AFSOC LZSO/DZSO training and local-area orientation, and obtain certification by letter signed by the Wing authority within 30 calendar days of starting.
Safely lift and carry at least 50 pounds.
Read, write, speak, and understand English.
Be proficient at role-playing a Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) and Ground Force Commander (GFC), including scheme of maneuver and radio communications.
Be qualified to simulate directing military aircraft from a forward position to engage in close air support and other offensive air operations.
Conduct LZ/DZ usability assessments, scoring procedures, and surveys in accordance with DAFMAN 13-217.
Conduct and report weather observations in accordance with FAA JO 7110.65, Chapter 2, Sections 6 and 7.
Marshal aircraft in accordance with AFMAN 11-218.
Be proficient with applicable enemy tactics, techniques, and procedures.
Have fundamental land navigation, map, compass, and GPS skills sufficient to read and locate coordinates and locations using latitude/longitude and Military Grid Reference System (MGRS) coordinates during training missions.
Be capable of and proficient in emulating communications from air assets typically used to support special operations ground forces.
Operate specialized equipment, weapons, and vehicles, including laser pointers, UHF/VHF/FM/HF/SATCOM radios, current GPS equipment, overt/covert lights and marking devices, and pyrotechnics.
Operate radios in secure mode using Communications Security (COMSEC).
Know governmental regulations, manuals, technical orders, standards, and publications related to Command and Control.
Have interpersonal skills for interacting with employees and government counterparts.
Be proficient with personal computers and business software.
Have analytical, organizational, and management skills.
Work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Have strong oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

At least three years of experience performing LZ duties as outlined in DAFMAN 13-217.
Previous experience in covert, clandestine, and contingency SOF mobility, ISR, and/or strike operations.
At least three years of experience in military range operations, coordination, and safety requirements.
Previous SOCOM JTAC qualifications, such as SOTACC/SOTACC-I.

Responsibilities

Train individuals in individual, common, and implied tasks, often in a field environment.
Ensure demonstrations and tasks are executed correctly and within the standards of the training plan.
Provide input to after-action reports, hot washes, and training documents presented to users.
Control aircraft range entry and exit and manage landing zone/drop zone (LZ/DZ) operations.
Oversee safe execution of AFSOC aircraft operations and make recommendations to government officials.
Track and monitor suspense systems; screen incoming oral and written correspondence; review written correspondence for correct classification markings; and ensure decisions and directives are properly disseminated to government officials.
Support aircrew, ground, and continuation training sorties by emulating friendly and opposing forces.
Direct personnel as necessary to mimic enemy tactics, techniques, and procedures.
Adapt to government-provided equipment reconfiguration, upgrades, and modernization.
Employ government-presented techniques and technologies to keep procedures and capabilities aligned with mission requirements.
Maintain an inventory of all government-provided equipment.
Maintain all required qualifications throughout the period of performance.

Benefits

Paid leave.
Employer-sponsored group medical insurance options.
Dental insurance options.
Vision insurance options.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
Legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance options.
Flexible spending account and health savings account options for pre-tax savings on qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses.
Company-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan with an employer contribution match that is immediately vested.
Professional courses and certifications.
Tuition reimbursement programs.