Mission Planner: USAF F-35 Squadron

Company: JT4, LLC
Location: Apple Valley
Posted on: March 10, 2023

Job Description:

JT4 is hiring aMission Planner-F35for their Edwards AFB located in California.
Perform F-35 Mission Support System (MSS) mission planning & mission data duties for the U.S. Air Force F-35 Fighter Squadron at Edwards AFB. Operate and maintain F-35 MSS mission planning product suite. Provide support, assistance and guidance to squadron weapons officer in establishing and maintaining F-35 mission data sensor scenarios. Assist F-35 pilots with operational mission planning and post-mission debrief support. Interface daily with F-35 pilots and frequently with F-35 maintenance personnel. May be required to work flexible schedule of odd hours, nights, or weekends in support of flying operations. Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
Job Responsibilities:

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• Supporting actual mission planning for F35 test missions.
  
• Assessing MP updates/changes/fixes.
  
• Installing and assessing test software.
  
• Maintaining system and s/w.
  
• Coordinating Authorizations to Operate (ATOs)and hardware upgrades.
  
• Attending dem evals, FQTs, etc.
  
• Building relationships across organizations.
  
• Providing inputs to SPO, OT, and contractor.
  
• Attending tests; local, OT at Nellis, Red flags, orange flags.
  
• Interpreting requirements.
  
  Requirements:
  
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  • B.A. or B.S. degree or extensive mission planning experience.
    
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
    
  • Secret Clearance, SAP eligible.
    
  • Ability to effectively communicate (both verbal and written) and work as part of a team.
    
  • 3+ years of experience in Mission planningwith aircraft or weapon systems.
    
  • Knowledge of basic troubleshooting computer hardware/software equipment.
    
    Desired Requirements:
    
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    • Prior military experience.
      
    • Prior experience with F-35 mission planning or F-35 avionics/sensors.
      
    • Test experience (plan/provision/execute/analyze/report).
      
    • Experience with training or teaching.
      
    • 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.).
      
    • CompTIA Security + certification otherwise, ability to obtain certification within 6 months upon hiring.
      

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