Aviation Mission Planner / Navigator

Leidos • Augusta, GA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Aviation Mission Planner / Navigator (MP/N) is a Subject Matter Expert working in a small, close-knit crew environment providing exciting, yet unconventional technical expertise in support of Air Force mission requirements. The MP/N leverages their background knowledge and specialized tools to develop complex flight plans based on the platform’s capabilities and flight characteristics. Ability to multi-task, strong communication skills, and a firm grasp of Crew Resource Management skills are integral components of successful performance. The MP/N must possess an in-depth understanding of the key factors in aircraft survivability and combat mission planning to ensure client objectives are met by finding both time-critical and long-term solutions to challenging and unconventional problems. TOP SECRET / SCI clearance is required. No exceptions will be made.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum of 8 years’ relevant experience
• TOP SECRET / SCI clearance required

Nice To Haves

• Strong knowledge of PFPS/Falconview
• ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance) operations
• Air navigation
• Fuel management
• Military aircraft combat mission planning
• Special use airspace use and management
• Key factors in aircraft survivability
• Recent operational experience
• Comfortable with managing multiple tasks in a dynamic environment
• Ability to complete assignments with little or no supervision
• Experienced military aviators (pilot or flight officer) of manned and unmanned vehicles
• RPA/UAV/UAS mission commanders / mission planners

Responsibilities

• Develop complex flight plans based on platform capabilities and flight characteristics.
• Provide technical expertise in support of Air Force mission requirements.
• Ensure client objectives are met by finding both time-critical and long-term solutions to challenging and unconventional problems.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior