F-35 Fleet Manager

GMRE•Eglin Air Force Base, FL

16h

About The Position

The F-35 Fleet Manager provides subject-matter-expert advice and assistance to 40 FLTS Test Engineers across all phases of test activities. The role supports customer test-program requirements through assessment of system performance requirements; development of test objectives, plans, run cards and scripts; data collection, reduction and analysis; and recommendations on test conclusions and final reports. The position requires operator-based or other suitable experience on the F-35; prior F-35 pilot experience is highly desired. The position provides technical, engineering, integration, planning, execution, and reporting support for ground and flight testing, including developmental testing of air-to-air and air-to-ground weapons systems. Work includes test and mission planning, coordination of equipment and resources, conducting and analyzing missions, preparing technical documentation and briefings, and advising government personnel and leadership. The role also supports secure IT systems, contractor test oversight, and development of the TRMC UAS T&E Roadmap. The role requires an active U.S. TS/SCI clearance, a valid driver's license for company business, and the ability to pass a background check for access to the work location. Occasional travel may be required for meetings, training, or site visits. Physical demands include prolonged sitting and computer use and occasional lifting up to 15 pounds.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time-management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Ability to work flexible hours and respond on short notice as needed.
Ability to maintain a professional appearance.
Active U.S. TS/SCI clearance and eligibility to undergo a government security investigation.
Valid driver's license; driving or renting a car for company business is expected with some frequency.
Ability to pass a background check for access to the specific working-location installation bases.
Operator-based or other suitable experience on the F-35.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods and work on a computer.
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Nice To Haves

Prior F-35 pilot experience.

Responsibilities

Provide expert technical, engineering, integration, and test-planning support, including meeting with customers, reviewing prior test activities, developing and reviewing MOTs and TDs, coordinating test equipment and instrumentation, facilitating technical and safety reviews, and obtaining final test approval.
Support ground and flight test processes and procedures, including safety and environmental planning and execution.
Provide assistance with developmental testing of air-to-air and air-to-ground weapons systems in a special program arena.
Support testing of unique platforms by coordinating access to airspace, ranges, and other test facilities.
Participate in on-site and off-site programmatic and technical interchange meetings and identify actions supporting test planning, execution, reporting, and briefings.
Advise 40 FLTS government personnel on fighter aircraft systems, UAS, flight operations, security guidance, data-processing software, and USAF policies.
Provide recommendations on technical subjects to test teams, leadership, customers, and higher headquarters.
Assist with technical briefings for internal and external audiences in a multi-level security environment.
Schedule test activities using designated software, processes, and timelines.
Assist in complex test efforts, define satisfactory and unsatisfactory system performance criteria, develop mission run cards, brief participants, lead missions as a Test Conductor/Instructor, deconflict range resources, coordinate with JTTOCC and SOF, conduct debriefs, submit reports, and apply DOE and other statistical tools to substantiate results and recommendations.
Verify that test equipment hardware and software configurations meet mission data and security requirements for each sortie, and deconflict aircraft and stores.
Plan test and training missions using designated mission-planning software and prepare associated hardware.
Reduce and analyze post-mission data; compare it with truth sources or predictions, document DRs, investigate abnormalities, develop findings and conclusions, and prepare data packages, letter reports, or technical reports.
Participate in working groups and technical reviews and make recommendations on technical matters and decisions.
Prepare and present technical briefings and studies to 40 FLTS and other appropriate management levels.
Observe contractor and subcontractor test progress, identify potential problem areas, and recommend resolutions to 40 FLTS.
Review and edit reports and test plans, including preparing and uploading materials to the Defense Technical Information Center.
Develop and execute data-acquisition methods, organize test data, and conduct initial reviews for technical accuracy and sufficiency.
Analyze systems interoperability and performance, evaluate new system software and updates, and support systems analysis and performance measurement and prediction models.
Assist with preparation of Class-II modification requests for test support.
Maintain configuration and operation of secure IT systems supporting flight-line pre- and post-mission requirements.
Assist with development of the TRMC UAS T&E Roadmap, drawing on knowledge of future UAS test requirements and existing MRTFB test capabilities.
Travel occasionally for meetings, training, or site visits.