Special And Tactical Operations Leader, WARFARE ANALYST E-2D

GD Information Technology•Fresno, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

GDIT is hiring a Special and Tactical Operations Leader - Aviation to support the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) Digital Analytics Infrastructure and Technology Advancement (DAiTA) Group Warfare Effectiveness Department (WED). The role contributes to the strategic direction of the business and supports mission outcomes by leading a team, developing procedures, reviewing team work products, managing project efforts, and taking the lead in resolving problems. The position applies fixed-wing or rotary-wing military aircrew experience, or equivalent civilian experience, to identify, define, and document technical data for weaponeering, NATOPS, and NTRP (NATIP) products for Naval tactical aircraft and associated weapons systems. It analyzes the operational suitability of naval aviation platforms, weapons, sensors, and systems, and supports warfighting assessments, effectiveness analysis, advanced concept employment analysis, acquisition and sustainment analysis, and operational modeling and simulation. The role develops, prepares, and manages materials that help operators employ aircraft and weapon systems safely and effectively. It also develops and presents Naval Aviation Missions and Capabilities (NAMC) training seminars for DoD personnel and provides analytic expertise for technical exchanges, briefings, and workshops supporting recommended tactics, techniques, and procedures. Qualification as a contract flight crewmember in accordance with OPNAVINST 3710.7 may be required. This is a contingent position expected to start in late summer 2027. The position is onsite, with a stated performance location of Oceana/Norfolk, Virginia; the posting also lists USA CA Fresno as the work location. Travel is required.

Requirements

At least 12 years of recent professional experience with E-2 aircraft as a pilot or Naval Flight Officer.
Active Top Secret security clearance.
U.S. citizenship.
Master of Science or Master of Arts degree with specialized military systems training.
Graduate of the Carrier Airborne Early Warning Weapons School (CAEWWS).
Ability to travel; the role lists 10% travel required and 10–25% travel in the schedule details.

Responsibilities

Lead a team, develop procedures, review work products, manage project efforts, and lead problem resolution.
Use fixed-wing or rotary-wing military aircrew experience, or equivalent civilian experience, to identify, define, and document technical data for weaponeering, NATOPS, and NTRP (NATIP) products for Naval tactical aircraft and associated weapons systems.
Analyze the operational suitability of naval aviation platforms, weapons, sensors, and systems.
Support system-level warfighting assessments and effectiveness analysis, advanced concept employment analysis, acquisition and sustainment analysis, and modeling and simulation for operational analysis.
Develop, prepare, and manage materials for the safe and effective employment of aircraft and weapon systems.
Develop and present Naval Aviation Missions and Capabilities (NAMC) training seminar materials to DoD personnel.
Provide analytic expertise for technical exchanges, briefings, and workshops supporting recommended tactics, techniques, and procedures.
Qualify as a contract flight crewmember in accordance with OPNAVINST 3710.7 if required.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages.
401(k) with company match.
Competitive pay and paid time off.
Medical plan options, including options with Health Savings Accounts.
Dental plan options and a vision plan.
Flexible work weeks where possible.
Paid vacation, sick, personal, holiday, parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
Short- and long-term disability benefits.
Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available.
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