Strength and Conditioning Coach

LMR Technical Group•Klamath Falls, OR

8h•Onsite

About The Position

The Strength and Conditioning Coach will prepare fighter pilots for the physical rigors of combat aviation. The Strength and Conditioning Coach is expected to employ a holistic approach to training that incorporates ‘prehab,’ performance training, and strength & conditioning. The Strength and Conditioning Coach may be utilized as a complementary support role in rehabilitation, with an aggressive “return-to-fly” mindset. Daily activities may include instruction, demonstration, and application of physical training principles and techniques.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Human Performance, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or a related field.
5+ years of full-time experience as a Strength & Conditioning Specialist in collegiate (or higher), professional, or tactical athletics; aerospace industry, test pilot/astronaut or similar man-machine high-performance environment.
National Strength and Conditioning (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or Collegiate Strength and Conditioning Association (CSCCa) and Strength and Conditioning Coach Certified (SCCC).
Current certification in basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), including Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Training.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and teach fitness skills to aircrew with varying ability levels.
Develop, design, and implement a cohesive and comprehensive programming approach.
Collaborate with the Athletic Traner to provide each aircrew member seeking prehab/prevention services an initial performance evaluation within one week of the request. Based on this evaluation, conduct a needs analysis to identify deficits, goals, and risk factors, and develop and implement a tailored training program that includes prehabilitation, performance training, strength and conditioning, and rehabilitation.
Build rapport with clients and motivate them to achieve higher levels of performance.
Effectively teach various blocks of instruction related to health, fitness, and physical performance.
Employ relevant technologies, including third-party fitness/nutrition apps, to support the training program and improve client performance.
Deliver briefings, educational sessions, and seminars.
Continue to research, gather data, and employ the most modern and supported best practices in the field of strength and conditioning, to include validated functional assessments.
Maintain all professional credentials and certifications.
Attend required continuing education to remain licensed per state or national agency requirements.
Complete all unit/government in-processing requirements and computer-based training as required by the Department of Defense, Air Force, newcomer's orientation, and other job specific trainings which could include simulations and other hands-on training opportunities/assessments
Assist with management of physical conditioning supply inventories. Provide input to organization regarding supply needs and optimal equipment.
Perform administrative duties such as maintaining records of workload. May be required to document patient encounters using mandated government systems in accordance with guidance and direction.
Other related duties as assigned.