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This is an UNPAID internship through the DoD Skillbridge Program for transitioning active-duty US military personnel. DoD Skillbridge Internships are available to help transitioning active-duty military personnel gain real-world experience in the work force sometime during their final 180 days of active-duty service. The intern will actively train on meaningful projects and work closely with a mentor and with senior company leadership. HII Mission Technologies Internship programs are focused on placing transitioning military into internships that require KSAs, Education & Military Training similar to their current or previous military jobs; positions that could easily transition over to a full-time regular and permanent job with HII.

Objective

 The SkillBridge intern will train as an F-15E Simulator Instructor Pilot (IP) / Weapon Systems Operator (WSO), reporting to HII-Mission Technologies designated supervisor, with the goal of learning F-15E Strike Eagle Mission Training Center (MTC) operations to include: mission planning, mission operations and system debrief operations.

Desired End State (2-3-month target)

• At the end of three months, the intern will be able to develop mission scenarios in coordination with customer requirements, operate and troubleshoot missions, operate debrief system and assist local customer mission debrief analysis.
• The intern will develop an understanding of F-15E MTC technical documentation and development of Site Issue Reports (SIR) for maintenance and operation deficiencies.
• HII-Mission Technologies will benefit from the military background of the SkillBridge intern and considers the SkillBridge internship an overall positive experience.

Assumptions

• SkillBridge interns are not authorized to represent HII to DoD or Government customers while participating in the DoD SkillBridge Program Internship. Interns can participate and train behind the scenes as long as they are not interacting with customers.
• If candidate is selected and approved, SkillBridge Intern can travel in conjunction with this internship; HII-Mission Technologies will fund all travel costs.

Training Location: Nellis AFB, Las Vegas, NV

Detailed Training Plan

Phase 1 - Basics

• Week 1: In processing, Introductions/office familiarization
• Week 2: Introduction to Boeing Scenario Planning Tool (SPT) software
• Week 3: Introduction to Boeing Instructor Operating Station (IOS) software
• Week 4: Introduction to Boeing Briefing / Debriefing System

Phase 2 - F-15E MTC Operation / Integration

• Week 5: Complete full system planning, execution and debrief for USAF F-15E Weapons School
• Week 6: Introduction to Combat Air Forces Distributed Mission Operations (DMO)Network
• Week 7: Complete integration event with other sites (Nellis AFB or offsite) utilizing DMO procedures and security protocols
• Week 8-SkillBridge End: Support F-15E Weapons School class 26A as MTC operator and Instructor Pilot

Additional Goals

• Identify opportunities for F-15E Operational Test (OT) utilization in MTC
• Identify current F-15E MTC software limitations from actual OT aircraft on Nellis AFB
• Introduce to future Nellis Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) operations
• Introduction to Virtual Test & Training Center Battlespace operations and training opportunities

Active-Duty Military ONLY within final 180 days of active-duty service. Applications accepted within final 12 months of active-duty military service. Education and Experience dependent on Program of Instruction.

• Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI

• Education: Bachelor's degree (minimum)

• Flight Background:

  • Must be a former F-15E Instructor Pilot or Instructor Weapons System Officer (WSO)

  • Capable of operating the F-15E simulator using current USAF tactics and joint employment standards

• Technical Skills:

  • Proficient in mission planning software

  • Able to load mission files into simulators and associated devices (e.g., Electronic Flight Book)

  • Familiarity with the Instructor Operating System (IOS) for the F-15E simulator

• Master's Degree: Especially in a relevant field like aviation, military studies, or instructional design

• Weapons School Graduate: USAF Weapons School experience is highly valued

• Operational Test Experience: Familiarity with 53d Test & Evaluation Group or similar units

• Advanced Instructional Skills:

  • Experience supporting USAF Weapons School or Operational Test events

  • Ability to produce mission planning products and analyze post-mission data

• Systems Integration:

  • Experience operating within synthetic training environments

  • Ability to support working groups to advance simulator capabilities

• Liaison Expertise:

  • Proven ability to serve as a subject matter expert and liaison with USAF Warfare Center and other stakeholders

Physical Requirements will vary and is dependent on the Program of Instruction.