Sr. Mission Systems Operator

Sierra Nevada Corporation•Shalimar, FL

About The Position

Are you a seasoned mission systems operator looking for a meaningful work environment that supports and protects heroes? Join our team! As a Senior Mission Systems Operator (MSO)/Airborne Mission Commander (AMC), you will be using your skills and expertise to support our overseas operational missions using Operational Risk Management (ORM) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) principles. You'll be responsible for operating our airborne sensor equipment, primarily RADAR and MX-15 technologies, to acquire, track, and monitor airborne, ground, and/or maritime objects of interest in routine and dynamic target area searches and performing pre-flight, inflight, and post-flight duties. The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains - air, land, sea, space and cyber.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field of study and typically 10 or more years of relevant experience
A higher-level degree may substitute for experience
Related experience, including military training, may be considered in lieu of required education
Advanced experience with ORM and CRM
Airmanship
Experience with the practical application of SIGINT, ELINT, COMINT, and/or RADAR
Advanced knowledge of radio operations and functionality
Tracking and Mapping software
Strong organizational skills, self-motivation, and flexibility
Microsoft Office Suite skills (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and conflict resolution skills
Experience with the practical application of aviation safety standards and safe operating practices
Must be willing and able to work extended hours, holidays and shift schedules as required
Must be willing to travel CONUS off rotation to perform Training, Medical, and Certification renewals
An active Top-Secret U.S. Security Clearance with SCI is required
U.S. Citizen with U.S. Passport
Valid Driver's License
Ability to meet current DoD and Combatant Command restriction requirements for deployed locations

Nice To Haves

2000+ hours of flight time with C4ISR/C5ISR
Advanced knowledge of Beyond Line of Sight (BLOS) functionality
Experience with encryption equipment and materials
Experience with Multi-Level Aircraft Stacks utilizing ROZ & TEZ tactics, MEDEVAC/CSAR, Direct Action (DA) Raids, Air Warden, HAF/GAF, INFILs, Route/CIED Scans, laser procedures, Troops in Contact (TIC), and CAS stack TTP's
Experience as Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC), Air Traffic Control (ATC), ISR Tactical Controllers (ITCs)
Basic troubleshooting skills
Understanding of FAA regulations, policies, and procedures (FGOP)
Prior experience with CRM/ORM
Experience operating and troubleshooting OSPREY radar system utilizing HMI, AIMS, and CarteNav software
Experience operating Radar modes: Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), Ground Moving Target Indication (GMTI), Maritime Moving Target Indication (MMTI), Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition, and Reconnaissance (ISTAR)
Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military Operations
Previous OCONUS deployment experience in remote locations

Responsibilities

Operating airborne sensor equipment, primarily RADAR and MX-15 technologies
Acquire, track, and monitor airborne, ground, and/or maritime objects of interest in routine and dynamic target area searches
Performing pre-flight, inflight, and post-flight duties
Support overseas operational missions using Operational Risk Management (ORM) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) principles

Benefits

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

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