Edwards AFB, CA
32 days ago
Project Lead III - Mission Planner

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, JT4 provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.

RANGE POSITION DESCRIPTION - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

Perform BOMBERS Mission Support System (MSS) mission planning & mission data duties for the U.S. Air Force BOMBERS Squadron at Edwards AFB, Ca. Operate and maintain BOMBERS MSS mission planning product suite. Provide support, assistance and guidance to squadron weapons officer in establishing and maintaining BOMBERS mission data sensor scenarios. Assist BOMBERS pilots with operational mission planning and post-mission debrief support. Interface daily with BOMBERS pilots and frequently with BOMBERS maintenance personnel.

Job Duties:

Supporting actual mission planning for Bomber test missions Assessing MP updates/changes/fixes Installing test software, then assessing it Maintaining system and s/w Coordinating Authorizations to Operate (ATOs) and hardware upgrades Attending demo evals, FQTs, etc. Building relationships across organizations Providing inputs to SPO, OT, contractor Interpreting requirements

Basic Qualifications: Current Secret clearance required. Mission planning experience with aircraft or weapon systems and experience with Linux, UNIX, Solaris or Windows operating systems. Experience with troubleshooting computer hardware/software equipment. May be required to work flexible schedule of odd hours, nights or weekends in support of flying operations. Possess knowledge of project management fundamentals and working knowledge of systems engineering processes that complement project management.

CompTIA Security+ certification required to be obtained within 180 days of initial employment.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Prior military experience Test experience (plan/provision/execute/analyze/report) Flight experience Experience with the following planning software: Portable Flight Planning Software, Joint Mission Planning System, Common Sensor Planner, AFMSS, Omniview, Enterprise Collection Planner, and/or Combat Flight Planning Software Experience with web-based flight planning (i.e. Skyvector.com, etc.) Ability to effectively communicate (both verbal and written) and work as part of a team.

REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Must have a bachelor's or higher degree, or any combination of formal education, training and experience equivalent to 10 years involvement in technically demanding program or project assignments. Must have demonstrated knowledge and skills in resource organization and allocation, planning and budgeting, continuous quality and process improvement, configuration management, setting and measurement of program goals, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills. The incumbent must possess a valid, state issued driver's license. Must have or obtain and maintain a current DoD Security clearance and Special Access. Must be a U.S. citizen.  

SALARY

The expected salary range for this position is $89,481 to $165,000 annually.

Note: The salary range offered for this position is a good faith description of the expected salary range this role will pay. JT4, LLC considers factors such as (but not limited to) responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

BENEFITS

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance **Benefits Active on Day 1 Life Insurance Health Savings Accounts/FSA's Disability Insurance Paid Time Off 401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match JT4 will match 50%, up to an 8% contribution 100% Immediate Vesting Tuition Reimbursement

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job.  

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position involves work typical of an office environment with no unusual hazards. There is occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds), constant sitting and use of a computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while writing, reviewing, and editing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, and constant mental alertness. Routine travel to remote Company work locations may be required.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of persons so classified.

Tasking is in support of a Federal Government Contract that requires U.S. citizenship. Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver's license or other licenses/certifications, and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license or certification may affect an employee's ability to maintain employment.

SCC: JABO33, A1412TW

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