Aircrew Controller

Planned Systems International • Hurlburt Field, FL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Planned Systems International is seeking an AFSOC Mission Rehearsal Training Aircrew Controller to join its team at Hurlburt Field. The Aircrew Controller trains individuals, often in a field environment, in individual, common, and implied tasks. The role provides input to after-action reports, hot washes, and training documents; ensures demonstrations and tasks are executed correctly and in accordance with training-plan standards; and supports the safe execution of AFSOC aircraft operations. The position requires an extensive SOF aircrew or Battlefield Airman background and a strong understanding of SOF aircrew procedures, tactics, techniques and procedures, aircrew training, standardization and evaluation, publications management, aircrew life-support requirements, exercise management, and mobility requirements.

The position supports aircrew, ground, and continuation training sorties by emulating friendly and opposing forces, including enemy tactics, techniques, and procedures. It controls aircraft range entry and exit and manages landing and drop zone operations. The Aircrew Controller also supports government correspondence and suspense tracking, adapts to government-provided equipment upgrades and configurations, and employs new techniques and technologies to keep procedures and capabilities aligned with mission requirements.

Work is performed at Hurlburt Field, Florida; the Eglin Test and Training Complex within approximately 75 miles of Hurlburt Field; and CONUS temporary-duty locations as directed. Overseas travel is not anticipated. The schedule supports 5–6 days per week, not exceeding 40 hours per week.

Requirements

• Active T3 investigation and ability to obtain and maintain security clearances required for access to classified information.
• Valid civilian driver's license for the vehicle(s) to be operated.
• Working knowledge of the organizational interface among military, federal, state, and local agencies relevant to operations under the PWS, and familiarity with military command and control structures.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Proficiency role-playing a Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) and Ground Force Commander (GFC), including scheme of maneuver and radio communications.
• Qualification to simulate directing military aircraft to engage in close air support and other offensive air operations from a forward position.
• Ability to conduct LZ/DZ usability assessments, scoring procedures, and surveys in accordance with DAFMAN 13-217.
• Ability to conduct and report weather observations in accordance with FAA JO 7110.65, Chapter 2, Sections 6 and 7.
• Ability to marshal aircraft in accordance with AFMAN 11-218.
• Proficiency with applicable enemy tactics, techniques, and procedures.
• Fundamental land-navigation, map, compass, and GPS skills, including locating coordinates and mission locations using latitude/longitude and MGRS.
• Ability to emulate communications from air assets typically used to support special operations ground forces.
• Ability to operate specialized equipment, weapons, and vehicles, including laser pointers, UHF/VHF/FM/HF/SATCOM radios, GPS equipment, overt/covert lights and marking devices, and pyrotechnics.
• Ability to operate radios in secure mode using Communications Security (COMSEC).
• Ability to maintain an inventory of government-provided equipment.
• Knowledge of government regulations, manuals, technical orders, standards, and publications related to Command and Control.
• Interpersonal skills for interacting with employees and government counterparts.
• Proficiency with personal computers and business software.
• Analytical, organizational, and management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to safely lift and carry at least 50 pounds.
• Maintain all required qualifications throughout the period of performance.

Nice To Haves

• At least three years of experience performing LZ duties 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.
• Provide input to after-action reports, hot washes, and training documents presented to users of an item or system.
• Ensure demonstrations and tasks are conducted correctly and in accordance with training-plan standards.
• Control aircraft range entry and exit and manage landing zone and drop zone operations.
• Oversee and make recommendations to government officials regarding the safe execution of AFSOC aircraft operations.
• Track and monitor suspense systems; screen incoming oral and written correspondence; review correspondence for correct classification markings; and ensure decisions and directives are disseminated to government officials.
• Support aircrew, ground, and continuation training sorties by emulating friendly and opposing forces.
• Direct personnel as needed to replicate enemy tactics, techniques, and procedures.
• Adapt to government-provided equipment reconfiguration, upgrades, and modernization.
• Employ government-provided techniques and technologies to keep procedures and capabilities aligned with mission requirements.
• Complete required LZSO/DZSO training, local-area orientation, and certification within 30 calendar days of starting.
• Conduct landing zone and drop zone 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.
• Use land-navigation skills to locate and identify coordinates and locations during training missions.
• Operate specialized equipment, weapons, vehicles, and secure-mode radios; maintain an inventory of government-provided equipment.
• Perform assigned support at Hurlburt Field, the Eglin Test and Training Complex, and CONUS TDY locations as directed.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed