Subject Matter Expert (SME) - F-35 and F/A-18

Description

Location: NAS Fallon, NV

Security Clearance Requirement: Top Secret

Telework Eligible? No

The F-35/F/A-18 Subject Matter Expert (SME) will provide direct subject matter expertise and test support to NAVAIR Program Office, PMA-205's NAWDC Campus Integrated Project Team (IPT). Additional support will be provided to the Virtual Integrated Training Department which includes Sims at Sea, and the Fleet Integrated Training Centers.

This is a part-time position with travel required to support test events and working groups; locations will include Nas Patuxent River, MD, NAWCTSD Orlando, St Louis, MO, and other locations. Travel is expected to be up to, but not more than, two weeks per month.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing subject matter expertise and test support for F/A-18 and F-35 training systems.
• Advising design/test teams on current 4th and 5th gen Navy fighter integration tactics.
• Assisting in simulator testing prior to delivery to NAWDC.
• Collaborating with TOPGUN and other stakeholders to ensure alignment with current standards.

The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Extensive knowledge of U.S. Navy carrier aviation capabilities and tactics.
• Expertise in strike fighter tactics and training.
• Former Strike Fighter Tactics Instructor (SFTI) strongly preferred.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to two weeks per month.

Equally Important:

• You are able to establish and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers.
• You possess professional and effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• You take a proactive approach to your work and you're able to accomplish tasks with limited guidance and supervision.
• You have demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Your organizational skills allow you to manage competing priorities.

ASEC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws.

Security Clearance Requirement:

• This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret (OR) Top Secret clearance. Selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Who We Are:

ASEC offers meaningful work and a culture that supports your professional and personal growth. We are a 100% employee-owned business focused on providing value and innovation in the areas of engineering, information technology, training, and logistics. We believe in doing what is right for the Warfighter, plain and simple. We encourage you to explore what makes us different, visit our website now!

Why work at ASEC?

• 100% employee-owned. Learn more about our ESOP plan here!
• Comprehensive benefits package (11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA/FSA, disability insurance, and more!)
• 401K match
• Tuition assistance (undergraduate and graduate)
• Veteran friendly
• Thriving employee culture
• Employee discount program

We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote the most qualified persons for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other status protected by law. ASEC will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they choose to inquire about, discuss, or disclose their own compensation or the compensation of another employee or applicant.