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OWT Global, LLC

Develop software and system capabilities that allow operators to effectively interact with and control unmanned systems. * Integrate and utilize MAVLink for communications between unmanned aircraft ...

Prescient Edge

$77K - $105K/yr

Unmanned Systems & Operator Training Development: Develop and deliver training programs for Unmanned Systems and Mission System Operators (MSO), including customer-focused operational training ...

Marcurius U.S. Inc.

Trainee USV Pilot

Clearwater, FL · On-site

... unmanned systems company- multi-domain, multi-platform, and mission-driven. We integrate battle-proven platforms, resilient command-and-control architectures, and operator-led doctrine to deliver ...

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Sr Mission Systems Operator (Deployable)

Shalimar, FL • On-site

Sierra Nevada Corporation
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing • 5 - 10K employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Sierra Nevada Corporation rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Are you a seasoned mission systems operator looking for a meaningful work environment that supports and protects heroes? Join our team! As a Senior Mission Systems Operator (MSO)/Airborne Mission Commander (AMC), you will be using your skills and expertise to support our overseas operational missions using Operational Risk Management (ORM) and Crew Resource Management (CRM) principles. You'll be responsible for operating our airborne sensor equipment, primarily RADAR and MX-15 technologies, to acquire, track, and monitor airborne, ground, and/or maritime objects of interest in routine and dynamic target area searches and performing pre-flight, inflight, and post-flight duties.
The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations - with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.
Qualifications You Must Have:
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field of study and typically 10 or more years of relevant experience
    • A higher-level degree may substitute for experience
    • Related experience, including military training, may be considered in lieu of required education
  • Advanced experience with Crew Resource Management (CRM) and Airmanship
  • 1000 hours of flight time in fixed wing aircraft
  • Knowledge of ARC-231, PRC-167, Small Secure Datalink (SSDL) radio functionality
  • Experience with the practical application of RADAR Theory and MX15HDi camera technology
  • Current FAA Class II physical
  • Current/ valid passport and be able to obtain a visa to travel internationally
  • Successfully pass a pre-deployment medical assessment
  • Ability to deploy for an approximate 60/30 rotation
  • An active Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
  • A United States Government Security Clearance is required for employment. Applicants who do not currently have a USG security clearance are welcome to apply and, if selected, will be processed for a USG security clearance by SNC prior to employment. Employment will begin once the USG security clearance is granted. If applicant is unable to obtain USG security clearance, the offer of employment will be withdrawn.

Qualifications We Prefer:
  • Maritime experience
  • Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military
  • Experience with Windows 10 Falcon View or Force Map technology
  • Prior experience as a CRM/ORM Instructor

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.
SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires current/active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.
Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.
SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We're known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation's most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!
SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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