Aircrew Controller

1w1 week ago

Planned Systems International

US · Contract · $85,000 – $115,000

About this role

Planned Systems International seeks an AFSOC Mission Rehearsal Training Aircrew Controller at Hurlburt Field. This role trains individuals in field environments on individual, common, and implied tasks. Provides input to after action reports, hot washes, and training documents while ensuring execution meets standards.

Controls aircraft range entry and exit while managing LZ/DZ operations. Oversees safe execution of AFSOC aircraft and makes recommendations to government officials. Tracks suspense systems and screens incoming correspondence for proper dissemination.

Supports aircrew training, ground training, and continuation sorties by emulating friendly and opposing forces. Directs personnel to mimic enemy tactics, techniques, and procedures. Works within military command structures interfacing with federal, state, and local agencies.

Adapts to government-provided equipment reconfigurations, upgrades, and modernizations. Employs new techniques and technologies to align procedures with mission requirements. Leverages extensive SOF aircrew background in tactics, training, and life support.

Requirements

Active T3 investigation with ability to obtain and maintain security clearances for classified information
Valid civilian driver’s license for operated vehicles
Working knowledge of military, federal, state, and local agency interfaces and command/control structures
Complete AFSOC LZSO/DZSO training, local orientation, and certification by Wing authority within 30 days
Ability to lift and carry at least 50 pounds
Proficient at role-playing Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) and Ground Force Commander (GFC)
Qualified to simulate directing military aircraft for close air support from forward positions
Conduct LZ/DZ usability assessments per DAFMAN 13-217 and weather observations per FAA JO 7110.65

Responsibilities

Control aircraft range entry/exit and manage LZ/DZ operations
Oversee and make recommendations to government officials on safe execution of AFSOC aircraft
Track and monitor suspense systems, screen incoming correspondence, and ensure proper dissemination of directives
Support aircrew training, ground training, and continuation training sorties by emulating friendly and opposing forces
Direct personnel to mimic enemy tactics, techniques, and procedures
Adapt to new government-provided equipment reconfiguration, upgrade, and modernization
Employ new techniques and technologies to keep procedures abreast of mission requirements