A5F F-35 Interoperability And Training Subject Matter Expert (Sme)

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We are seeking a highly motivated A5F F-35 Interoperability and Training Subject Matter Expert (SME) for our USAF HQ ACC contract on Langley AFB, VA. The primary purpose of the F-35 Interoperability and Training SME is in support of HQ ACC/A5F F-35 System Management Office (SMO). This individual reports directly to the Operations Branch Chief, ACC/A5FO at HQ ACC/A5F and is aligned under the ACC/A5 Requirements Directorate.

Responsibilities

Provide technical and analytical support to track and analyze trends, user requirements, and other key issues and assist in development of critical documentation to support system resource requirements.Assist HQ ACC in the management, execution, planning, programming, and staffing actions associated with the F-35 program.Provide program continuity, technical and analytical assistance in the preparation and presentation of background papers, briefings, General Officer (GO) correspondence, and other responses to requests for information (RFI) on F-35 program-related issues to include operational requirements.Provide SME support and represent HQ ACC/A5F for USAF F-35 Interoperability and Training issues and requirements. Responsible for reviewing and providing inputs to acquisition program requirements and documentation, such as the Operational Requirements Document (ORD), Capability Development Document (CDD), Capability Production Document (CPD), Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP), and other documents including Concept of Operations (CONOPS), to ensure HQ ACC C2 integration requirements are addressed.Manage and prepare budgets and briefings used during the Program Objectives Memorandum (POM) cycle.Support to the Senior Warfighter's Group (SWG) representative for the USAF.Provides SME support on the employment of the F-35 for the Operating Forces of the USAF.Represent ACC/A5F on various ACC and F-35 working groups and programs, including F- 35 Interoperability, F-35 Communications, Navigation, Identification (CNI), F-35 Training Systems and Simulation, and select F-35 weapons and sensors working groups working groups, sub-groups, and IPTs.Act on behalf of ACC at specified F-35 meetings.SME for all USAF F-35 communications, navigation, and Identification requirements.

Analyze and coordinate requirements for CNI system modernization including but not limited to Line of Sight (LOS), Beyond Line of Sight (BLOS) datalinks, voice, communications, Embedded GPS/INS, and Identification Friend of Foe (IFF) systems.Conduct analysis to identify interoperability issues with all Ground and Air C2, and Information Exchange Communications Segments.Analyze C2ISR requirements being proposed for integration into emerging USAF communications architectures to support operational kill chains and resolve any interoperability issues.

SME for all USAF F-35 training systems requirements.

Analyze and coordinate requirements for F-35 pilot simulator modernization and fielding including but not limited to Full Mission Simulators (FMS), Modified Mission Readiness Trainers (MMRT), Joint Simulation Environment Operations Enclaves (JOE), Effects-based simulators and Distributed Mission Operations Network connectivity.Analyze and coordinate requirements for F-35 aircraft training systems modernization and fielding including but not limited to Embedded Training, Air Combat Maneuver Instrumentation (ACMI), and Live Virtual Constructive (LVC) integration.

Provide analysis support for operational test (OT) requirements to include Joint Simulation Environment accreditation.Analyze and coordinate requirements for select post-Block 3F, Block 4, and future F-35 weapons and sensor systems.

Analyze and coordinate prioritization of aircraft and simulator deficiencies to address capability shortfalls.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university.

Three (3) years' experience on USAF MAJCOM or higher Air Force level staff (combination of active duty, Government service, or Contractor) in operations, or working specific program or subject area of the specific A5/8/9 mission area being tasked

Ten (10) years of relevant experienceTop Secret clearance, SCI and SAP-eligible, Rated

Travel: Requires frequent travel within the Contiguous United States (CONUS) and occasionally Outside the Contiguous United States (OCONUS).

Schedule

Core hours are from 0800-1700 M-F - you can work with your customer leadership to set hours

You can flex time during the 2 week pay cycle - avoid using PTO for appointments

A compressed work schedule may be available at the discretion of work center leadership (i.e. 4/10 or 9/80)

Why ASRC?As a wholly owned subsidiary of Arctic Slope Regional Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation, we are inspired by the Iñupiat culture. We embrace stewardship and the idea of using every resource effectively; teamwork when striving to achieve goals and building a collaborative environment; integrity in adhering to high moral principles and professional standards; respect in welcoming and regarding the differing opinions, experiences, rights and traditions of others; accountability in that we meet our commitments and take responsibility for our results; and continuous improvement, always striving to make things better, raising the bar and staying humble.

Advantages of Working at ASRC Federal:

Purpose-Driven Careers: Join a company recognized as a:

Certified Great Place to Work

Military Times' Best for Vets Employer

Military.com's Top 25 Veteran Employer

Comprehensive Benefits:

Insurance Coverage: Comprehensive plans for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term/long-term disability

Paid Leave: Inclusive policies for bereavement, military obligations, and parental needs, along with 11 paid holidays annually

Retirement Savings: A 401(k) plan with a generous company match and immediate vesting to help secure your financial future

Incentives: Employee referral bonuses to reward you for helping grow the ASRC Federal Family

Learning and Development:

After 90 days of employment, regular full-time employees are eligible for our professional development program. This includes annual funding for:

Pursuing Associate's, Bachelor's, or Graduate Degrees

Obtaining industry-standard professional certifications

Participating in professional certificate programs

Covering registration fees for professional conferences

Centers of Excellence: We established the Centers of Excellence to build, leverage and grow our technological capabilities, best practices and offer professional development for our technical teams.  They contain many Communities of Practice which are forums that offer a platform to share ideas, best practices, innovations, and to collaborate with technical peers.

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