Duties will include simulating all aspects of the employment of Tactical Air (TACAIR), Joint Air Interdiction (AI), Joint Close Air Support (JCAS), Airlift, and Aerial Support. The Air C2 SME will ...
Duties will include simulating all aspects of the employment of Tactical Air (TACAIR), Joint Air Interdiction (AI), Joint Close Air Support (JCAS), Airlift, and Aerial Support. The Air C2 SME will ...
Tactical Data Link Test Engineer - Senior
Eglin Air Force Base, FL ยท On-site
$120K/yr
... supporting the 46 TS / TGBC - the United States Air Force's premier TDL Developmental Test (DT) Team. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and being on the cutting edge of innovative ...
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Tactical Data Link Test Engineer - Senior
Eglin Air Force Base, FL ยท On-site
$120K/yr
... supporting the 46 TS / TGBC - the United States Air Force's premier TDL Developmental Test (DT) Team. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and being on the cutting edge of innovative ...
Network Engineer
Crane, IN ยท On-site
... Air Support Operations Operator, 5979 - Tactical Air Operations/Air Defense Systems Technician experience. โข Experience with Marine Corps, Common Aviation Command and Control System (CAC2S ...
Network Engineer
Crane, IN ยท On-site
... Air Support Operations Operator, 5979 - Tactical Air Operations/Air Defense Systems Technician experience. โข Experience with Marine Corps, Common Aviation Command and Control System (CAC2S ...
Tactical Data Link Test Engineer - Senior
FL ยท On-site
$100K - $131K/yr
Our Tactical Data Links (TDL) Test Flight (TGBC) is searching for a Tactical Data Link Test Engineer for the TMAS 2 96 CTG Task Order , supporting the 46 TS / TGBC - the United States Air Force ...
Tactical Data Link Test Engineer - Senior
FL ยท On-site
$100K - $131K/yr
Our Tactical Data Links (TDL) Test Flight (TGBC) is searching for a Tactical Data Link Test Engineer for the TMAS 2 96 CTG Task Order , supporting the 46 TS / TGBC - the United States Air Force ...
Air Traffic Controller Airspace Manager Analyst
Fort Irwin, CA ยท On-site
$79K - $90K/yr
Process airspace plans from the Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) and also develop airspace plans, as required. Track active Restricted Operating Zones (ROZ) and also create Close Air Support (CAS ...
Air Traffic Controller Airspace Manager Analyst
Fort Irwin, CA ยท On-site
$79K - $90K/yr
Process airspace plans from the Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) and also develop airspace plans, as required. Track active Restricted Operating Zones (ROZ) and also create Close Air Support (CAS ...
Network Engineer
Crane, IN ยท On-site
USMC Prior Service MOS: 7236 - Tactical Air Defense Controller, 7242 - Air Support Operations Operator, 5979 - Tactical Air Operations/Air Defense Systems Technician experience. * Experience with ...
Network Engineer
Crane, IN ยท On-site
USMC Prior Service MOS: 7236 - Tactical Air Defense Controller, 7242 - Air Support Operations Operator, 5979 - Tactical Air Operations/Air Defense Systems Technician experience. * Experience with ...
Tactical Data Link Test Engineer - Senior
Eglin Air Force Base, FL ยท On-site
$100K - $131K/yr
Our Tactical Data Links (TDL) Test Flight (TGBC) is searching for a Tactical Data Link Test Engineer for the TMAS 2 96 CTG Task Order , supporting the 46 TS / TGBC - the United States Air Force ...
Tactical Data Link Test Engineer - Senior
Eglin Air Force Base, FL ยท On-site
$100K - $131K/yr
Our Tactical Data Links (TDL) Test Flight (TGBC) is searching for a Tactical Data Link Test Engineer for the TMAS 2 96 CTG Task Order , supporting the 46 TS / TGBC - the United States Air Force ...
Tactical Data Link Test Engineer - Senior with Security Clearance
Eglin Air Force Base, FL ยท On-site
$100K - $131K/yr
Our Tactical Data Links (TDL) Test Flight (TGBC) is searching for a Tactical Data Link Test Engineer for the TMAS 2 96 CTG Task Order, supporting the 46 TS / TGBC - the United States Air Force ...
Tactical Data Link Test Engineer - Senior with Security Clearance
Eglin Air Force Base, FL ยท On-site
$100K - $131K/yr
Our Tactical Data Links (TDL) Test Flight (TGBC) is searching for a Tactical Data Link Test Engineer for the TMAS 2 96 CTG Task Order, supporting the 46 TS / TGBC - the United States Air Force ...
Air Traffic Controller Airspace Manager Analyst with Security Clearance
Fort Irwin, CA ยท On-site
$79K - $90K/yr
Process airspace plans from the Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) and also develop airspace plans, as required. Track active Restricted Operating Zones (ROZ) and also create Close Air Support (CAS ...
Air Traffic Controller Airspace Manager Analyst with Security Clearance
Fort Irwin, CA ยท On-site
$79K - $90K/yr
Process airspace plans from the Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) and also develop airspace plans, as required. Track active Restricted Operating Zones (ROZ) and also create Close Air Support (CAS ...
Network Engineer
Crane, IN ยท On-site
USMC Prior Service MOS: 7236 - Tactical Air Defense Controller, 7242 - Air Support Operations Operator, 5979 - Tactical Air Operations/Air Defense Systems Technician experience. * Experience with ...
Network Engineer
Crane, IN ยท On-site
USMC Prior Service MOS: 7236 - Tactical Air Defense Controller, 7242 - Air Support Operations Operator, 5979 - Tactical Air Operations/Air Defense Systems Technician experience. * Experience with ...
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Air Traffic Controller Airspace Manager Analyst Jobs
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$79K - $90K/yr
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Air Traffic Controller Airspace Manager Analyst
Fort Irwin, CA ยท On-site
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Air Traffic Controller Airspace Manager Analyst
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Air Defense Control SME
Stafford, VA ยท On-site +1
$86K - $198K/yr
Experience operating within a Tactical Air Operations Center (TAOC) to direct aircraft and air-defense assets, integrate intelligence for targeting, prosecute deep air support missions, and identify ...
Air Defense Control SME
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Air Defense Control SME
Stafford, VA ยท On-site
$86K - $198K/yr
Experience operating within a Tactical Air Operations Center (TAOC) to direct aircraft and air-defense assets, integrate intelligence for targeting, prosecute deep air support missions, and identify ...
Air Defense Control SME
Stafford, VA ยท On-site
$86K - $198K/yr
Experience operating within a Tactical Air Operations Center (TAOC) to direct aircraft and air-defense assets, integrate intelligence for targeting, prosecute deep air support missions, and identify ...
Air Defense Control SME
Stafford, VA ยท On-site
$86K - $198K/yr
Experience operating within a Tactical Air Operations Center (TAOC) to direct aircraft and air-defense assets, integrate intelligence for targeting, prosecute deep air support missions, and identify ...
Air Defense Control SME
Stafford, VA ยท On-site
$86K - $198K/yr
Experience operating within a Tactical Air Operations Center (TAOC) to direct aircraft and air-defense assets, integrate intelligence for targeting, prosecute deep air support missions, and identify ...
Air Defense Control SME
Stafford, VA ยท On-site
$86 - $198/hr
Experience operating within a Tactical Air Operations Center (TAOC) to direct aircraft and air-defense assets, integrate intelligence for targeting, prosecute deep air support missions, and identify ...
Air Defense Control SME
Stafford, VA ยท On-site
$86 - $198/hr
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Air Defense Control SME
Stafford, TX ยท On-site
$86.80 - $198/hr
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Air Defense Control SME
Stafford, TX ยท On-site
$86.80 - $198/hr
Experience operating within a Tactical Air Operations Center (TAOC) to direct aircraft and air-defense assets, integrate intelligence for targeting, prosecute deep air support missions, and identify ...
Air Defense Control SME with Security Clearance
Stafford, VA ยท On-site
$86K - $198K/yr
Experience operating within a Tactical Air Operations Center (TAOC) to direct aircraft and air-defense assets, integrate intelligence for targeting, prosecute deep air support missions, and identify ...
Air Defense Control SME with Security Clearance
Stafford, VA ยท On-site
$86K - $198K/yr
Experience operating within a Tactical Air Operations Center (TAOC) to direct aircraft and air-defense assets, integrate intelligence for targeting, prosecute deep air support missions, and identify ...
Air Traffic Controller Airspace Manager Analyst with Security Clearance
Fort Irwin, CA ยท On-site
$79K - $90K/yr
Process airspace plans from the Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) and also develop airspace plans, as required. Track active Restricted Operating Zones (ROZ) and also create Close Air Support (CAS ...
Air Traffic Controller Airspace Manager Analyst with Security Clearance
Fort Irwin, CA ยท On-site
$79K - $90K/yr
Process airspace plans from the Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) and also develop airspace plans, as required. Track active Restricted Operating Zones (ROZ) and also create Close Air Support (CAS ...
Air Traffic Controller Airspace Manager Analyst
Fort Irwin, CA ยท On-site
$79K - $90K/yr
Process airspace plans from the Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) and also develop airspace plans, as required. Track active Restricted Operating Zones (ROZ) and also create Close Air Support (CAS ...
Air Traffic Controller Airspace Manager Analyst
Fort Irwin, CA ยท On-site
$79K - $90K/yr
Process airspace plans from the Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) and also develop airspace plans, as required. Track active Restricted Operating Zones (ROZ) and also create Close Air Support (CAS ...
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$26K - $32.7K
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$32.7K - $39.5K
12% of jobs
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$39.5K - $46.2K
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The median wage is $60.6K / yr.
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What is the difference between Tactical Air Support vs Air Traffic Controller?
| Aspect | Tactical Air Support | Air Traffic Controller |
|---|---|---|
| Required Certifications | Military pilot certifications, tactical training | FAA certification, radar and communication licenses |
| Work Environment | Military operations, combat zones, airbases | Airports, control towers, radar facilities |
| Employer & Industry | Military, defense contractors | Commercial and regional airports |
| Common Search & Comparison | Yes | Yes |
While Tactical Air Support involves military aviation and tactical missions, Air Traffic Controllers manage civilian air traffic at airports. Both roles require specialized certifications and work in aviation environments, but their responsibilities and employer types differ significantly.
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Exercise Development Support - Air C2 SME with Security Clearance
Twentynine Palms, CA โข On-site
Temporary
Posted 26 days ago
Job description
Provide coaching, teaching, and mentoring to the training audience using intellectual knowledge and subject matter expertise in the military aviation community to develop and execute realistic integration and training for Command and Control personnel.
Fly aviation missions in simulation, realistically replicating missions per the ATO, ACO and SPINS, supporting established exercise processes and Joint standards creating realistic and relevant aviation integration for the training audience.
Employ knowledge on the current Theater ROE and TTP related to the various theaters of operations, and the employment of JTAC capabilities simulate all aspects of the employment of TACAIR, AI, JCAS, Airlift, and Aerial Support missions.
Provide assistance and expertise to the exercise design team in the creation of vignettes for exercise integration to increase realism of the utilization of aviation assets throughout the exercise.
Provide technical advice to the Exercise Control Team, Adversary Force Team, Modeling and Simulations Team, Intelligence Team, and Communication Division.
Prepare reports, briefs, and documents to support event scenario development and higher and adjacent headquarters functions with regards to aviation integration functions.
Participate in and conduct reviews and structured walk-throughs of events, operation orders and plans, and information gathering requirements.
Create and edit documents, analyze problem areas, and suggest feasible solutions.
Observe and provide training, product/process review, and after-action feedback to aviation personnel operating at the Secret security level during supported exercises and events.
Contributes to exercise orders, CONOPs, FRAGOs, and operations process cycles across all warfighting functions and social media Education/Skills/Experience Requirements: Active Secret with Top Secret eligibility
For qualified military TACAIR aviators, or Direct Air Support Center (DASC) trained and qualified personnel, a bachelorโs degree is preferred, along with eight (8) years of operational experience with one (1) operational deployment. For qualified military JTACS, a bachelorโs degree is preferred. However, for JTACs, eight (8) years of operational experience with one (1) operational deployment may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Military-rated aviators are required to have completed one of the United States military service (USA, USAF, USMC, USN) pilot or navigator flight training programs. Possession of a pilot or navigator Military Occupation Specialty (MOS) or Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) is preferred. JTACs are required to have completed one of the United States military service (USA, USAF, USMC, USN) joint terminal attack controller training programs. Possession of a JTAC Military Occupation Specialty (MOS) or Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) is preferred.
A combination of education and experience that displays the requisite skillset is considered.
Must have extensive knowledge of military aviation command and control processes, organizations, and systems.
Must have extensive knowledge of Close Air Support TTPs, USMC manned and unmanned airframes, US and Joint manned and unmanned airframes, and adversary airframes and threat tactics.
Possess skill and effectiveness in oral and written communications for preparing and coordinating a variety of written communications, actions, OPLANS, and briefings.
Possess a good working knowledge of computer software applications, such as word processing, database retrieval, slide preparations, and spreadsheet design.
Must demonstrate a good attitude and ability to work as a member of a team.
Possess self-motivation and a high level of discretion to work effectively under a minimum level of supervision.
Must be able to multi-task efficiently, work in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects and have a strong attention for detail. Desired Knowledge/Skills/Physical Abilityโฏ Mount/dismount vehicles in a field environment.
Bivouac in field environment.
Climb/descend rocky mountainous terrain.
Perform job in hot desert environment.
Ascend/descend multiple of flights of stairs in urban training environment.
Lift and carry up to 75 lbs over short distance (such as a loaded backpack).
Work environment including but not limited to:
Occasional field/tactical environments.
The majority of work will be in a garrison work environment.
Occasional extended working hours will be required. Travel OCONUS and Domestic travel may be required for training and program coordination BreakForth Solutions Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law.
About BreakForth Solutions
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Company size
11 - 50 Employees
Headquarters location
Reston, VA, US
Year founded
2012