Simulator Aircrew SME, F/A-18

ASEC • Lemoore, CA

85d • $150,000 - $185,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As ASEC’s Simulator Aircrew Subject Matter Expert (SME), you’ll play a key role in supporting the Fleet Project Team (FPT) and advancing Navy readiness. Your mission: ensure F/A-18 aircrew receive the most capable and tactically relevant simulator-based training available. In this position, you’ll collaborate with active-duty Navy F/A-18 aircrew, government civilians from the Naval Air Warfare Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD), and Program Management Air (PMA) offices to enhance and sustain cutting-edge training systems that keep our warfighters mission-ready.

Requirements

• Former F/A-18E/F Naval Aviator or Naval Flight Officer (NFO) with a strong record of operational excellence.
• Minimum of 1,000 flight hours in the F/A-18E/F.
• 10+ years of relevant operational experience in naval aviation.
• Strike Fighter Weapons and Tactics Level IV qualification.
• Hands-on experience with simulator operations and/or training system development.
• Ability to build positive, collaborative relationships across teams and with external partners.
• Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills.
• Proactive, self-directed work style with the ability to operate independently.
• Analytical thinker with proven problem-solving capabilities.
• Highly organized, with the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field is a plus.
• Experience in acquisition or program management.
• Experience with the Joint Mission Planning System (JMPS).
• NATOPS Instructor qualification.
• Active Top Secret clearance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage simulator requirements for new Operational Flight Program (OFP H-builds) and System Configuration Sets (SCS) supporting the Tactical Operational Flight Trainer (TOFT) and Special Mission Trainer (SMT).
• Collaborate with a team of subject matter experts under the leadership of the FA/EA-18 Fleet Project Team Chairman to develop simulator requirements ensuring procedural and tactical concurrency with fleet aircraft.
• Develop test plans and conduct developmental and acceptance testing for new simulators and OFP/SCS loads at multiple locations, including Boeing (St. Louis, MO), CAE (Arlington, TX), and various Navy and Marine Corps fleet sites.
• Work with local aircrew and contractor support teams to identify, investigate, and report trainer software discrepancies to industry partners.
• Provide mission planning support for TOFT and SMT devices.
• This position will require up to 20% travel to contractor and fleet locations in support of system development and testing.
• Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Benefits

• 100% employee-owned company
• Comprehensive benefits package, including 11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, HSA/FSA options, disability insurance, and more!
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate education

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree