Airspace Management Program Analyst
Qualis•Hill Air Force Base, UT
•Onsite
About The Position
Qualis LLC is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Airspace Management Program Analyst to support Pacific Air Forces (PACAF). The role provides subject matter expertise and programmatic support for managing installation and regional airspace requirements, aligned with Department of the Air Force and Indo-Pacific Command mission needs. Supporting PACAF A317, the analyst contributes to mission sustainment, airspace access, and encroachment mitigation activities. The work is performed on-site at Hickam AFB, Hawaii.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Aviation, Aeronautics, Public Policy, or a related field; experience may substitute for the degree.
- At least 3 years of experience supporting airspace management, operations planning, or mission sustainment in a DoD or government environment.
- Knowledge of airspace policy, environmental coordination, and FAA, DoD, and USAF regulatory frameworks.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to interface with senior military and civilian stakeholders.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- U.S. citizenship.
- Active Secret security clearance or ability to obtain one.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience working with or for PACAF, INDOPACOM, or other MAJCOMs.
- Familiarity with the Mission Compatibility Analysis Tool (MCAT).
- Understanding of sUAS operations and certification processes.
- Experience in encroachment management and airspace risk assessment.
- Familiarity with SharePoint, Confluence, or other collaboration platforms.
Responsibilities
- Support development and advocacy of airspace proposals to enable Department of the Air Force and PACAF operational missions.
- Serve as a liaison with internal and external stakeholders, including Air Staff, MAJCOMs, FAA, Department of State, and international partners.
- Analyze Department of the Air Force, Department of War, and international airspace policies for compliance with operational and training requirements.
- Track and assess airspace encroachment impacts using tools such as the Mission Compatibility Analysis Tool (MCAT).
- Assist in developing and implementing PACAF-specific guidance to mitigate risks to airspace access.
- Represent PACAF in interagency forums and public hearings, supporting negotiation and environmental coordination processes.
- Provide subject matter support to PACAF’s Mission Sustainment Working Group and small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) Program.
- Assist units in establishing, maintaining, and operating sUAS programs in accordance with AFMAN and FAA guidance.
- Coordinate counter-UAS efforts in collaboration with PACAF/A4S.
- Maintain program documentation, develop status reports, and assist with compliance tracking per contract and DoD requirements.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) match.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Educational, professional development, and certification reimbursement.
- Tax-saving options.
- Disability and life insurance.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Family-friendly work environment.
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