Range Training Officer

This position is responsible for providing operational support to combat aircrew flying and training in 4th and 5th generation fighter aircraft in the European theater of operations. The position is expected to contribute at Subject Matter Expert level to enhance and advance the combat training during local training missions and training deployments. Selected candidates will coordinate efforts with USAFE aircrews and Air Combat Training Pod technical engineers to ensure mission data is compatible with mission requirements. Most importantly, the position will facilitate combat training by providing real-time kill removal to increase realism of air-to-air sorties and will train aircrews to perform as RTOs and scribes on ICADS systems and sub-systems.

Responsibilities

Interface with Government representatives for site specific support issues, including scheduling, planning, and exercise coordination; Attend scheduling meetings and conferences in order to ensure required support; Develop/Manage/Distribute Exercise and Mission Planning documents such as Air Order Directive, Air Tasking Order, and Special Instructions; Create/Identify/Track Desired Learning Objectives for each exercise and nominate mission sets/targets; Coordinate with intelligence squadron to schedule threat RTOs for LFE; Perform RTO duties including air-to-air and surface-to-air scenarios; Create Live/Constructive scenarios and monitor scenario progression; Provide debrief information regarding threats and RTO results; Routinely update RTO materials and procedures; Coordinate with off-site units for operations support and debrief coordination; Travel to other locations for regional exercises and/or subject matter expert support; Assist with development of daily, weekly, and monthly schedules; Other tasks as required

Requirements

Minimum Bachelor's degree; Five years of verifiable leadership experience; Rated mission expertise as Aircraft Commander or Weapons System Officer in fighter aircraft or relevant Air Battle Manager/Weapons Director expertise; Must meet eligibility for a Top-Secret U.S. Security Clearance IAW DCID 1/14; Must be capable of working full-time 40 hours per week; US Citizen; Must pass TESA; Ability to speak, read, and write English; Must possess valid driver's license; Must be willing to travel in support of ACTS contract obligations; Conversant with AFI 11-202V3, AFI 11-214, AFI 11-2MDS, AFMAN 13-212; Fluent in technical aircraft and electronic terminology; Competent and proficient in preparing and presenting written and oral presentations and reports

Nice to have

Master's degree; F-15/F-16/F-18 fighter aircraft experience

Benefits

Health insurance; Dental insurance; Vision insurance; 401K