Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) – Optimizing the Human Weapon System (OHWS) – Tulsa, OK

Reef Systems•Tulsa, OK

81d•Onsite

About The Position

The Optimizing Human Weapon System (OHWS) initiative is a specialized human performance and injury-prevention program designed to support fighter aircrew who experience exceptionally high rates of neck and spine discomfort. Up to 85% of fighter aircrew report spinal discomfort during their careers, and neck pain has been shown to significantly impact pilot performance and quality of life. The OHWS program provides coordinated, multidisciplinary physical training, pre-habilitation, and post-flight recovery services to strengthen spinal musculature, reduce injury rates, improve readiness, and enhance long-term quality of life for rated pilots. Massage Therapists play a critical role in this effort by delivering musculoskeletal pre-habilitation, targeted soft-tissue treatment, and recovery support tailored to the unique demands of fighter aviation. The Licensed Massage Therapist (MT) provides specialized musculoskeletal pre-habilitation, injury-prevention support, and post-flight recovery treatments for fighter aircrew assigned to the 138th Fighter Wing. The MT works as part of a multidisciplinary team that may include Physical Therapists, Athletic Trainers, and Strength & Conditioning Specialists. The MT must be able to demonstrate prescribed exercises, manipulate loads up to 25 kg, and deliver treatment protocols that support spinal health, neck/back injury resistance, and optimized human performance.

Requirements

Active, current, unrestricted Massage Therapy license or certification in the U.S. jurisdiction where services are provided (Oklahoma)
Ability to demonstrate all prescribed exercises/techniques and lift/manipulate loads up to 25 kg
Physically proficient to support musculoskeletal pre-habilitation for fighter aircrew.
Ability to provide massage therapy focused on neck and back pain, spinal musculature, and MSK injury resistance.
Must pass National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background investigation.
Must complete AT Level I Antiterrorism Training
Must complete OPSEC Level I Training
Must complete DoD Information Assurance (IA) Training
Must complete Installation access requirements (fingerprinting, identity verification, CAC eligibility)
Must comply with HIPAA
Must comply with DoD privacy regulations
Must comply with COMSEC/IT security rules
Must comply with Installation fire, traffic, safety, and security regulations

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Elite athletes (Division I, Olympic, professional)
Experience working with Military personnel
Experience working with Special Operations Forces (SOF) performance programs
Experience working with Spine-specific human performance systems

Responsibilities

Provide massage therapy as part of a musculoskeletal pre-habilitation program designed to strengthen spinal musculature and reduce neck/back injury risk.
Conduct non-invasive biometric and physiological evaluations in coordination with the OHWS team.
Deliver targeted soft-tissue treatments to enhance flexibility, mobility, and spinal resilience.
Provide just-in-time post-flight treatments for aircrew returning from flying exercises.
Address acute discomfort, stiffness, or flight-related musculoskeletal issues.
Support rapid recovery to maintain pilot readiness and reduce downtime.
Participate in initial pilot assessments and contribute to treatment planning.
Document findings and provide confidential reporting to the Government POC and Flight Medicine Physician within required timelines.
Maintain HIPAA-compliant EMR records for all treatments and sessions.
Record attendance, missed appointments, progress notes, and treatment outcomes.
Contribute to monthly preventative exercise and pre-habilitation reports (FOUO).
Collaborate with Flight Medicine Physicians, Physical Therapists, Athletic Trainers, and Strength & Conditioning Coaches.
Support coordinated care with local TRICARE-accepting providers.
May be required to travel up to 30 days per year CONUS/OCONUS to support flying operations.
Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, infection control, and housekeeping of the treatment area.
Ensure proper use and conservation of government-provided utilities.
Identify as a contractor in all communications and wear contractor identification badges.
Comply with all installation access rules, including vehicle search policies and cell-phone restrictions while driving on base.
Participate in periodic performance review meetings with the Government POC and KO.