Huntington Ingalls Industries - Fairfax, VA

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Fairfax, VA
5,001-10,000 employees
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

HII Mission Technologies is seeking an Operations Specialist (OS) to support program flight operations as an Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Subject Matter Expert (SME). This role is critical in a small, close-knit crew environment, where the OS will provide expertise in support of mission requirements. The position involves coordinating with Department of Defense (DoD) entities and agencies to facilitate cutting-edge product development, ensuring that client capabilities meet both current and future objectives. A strong knowledge of ISR operations, air navigation, aircraft mission planning, and aircraft survivability is essential. Recent operational experience is a must, as the role requires managing multiple tasks in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision. The OS will also be required to deploy for up to four months to remote sites under austere conditions, supporting multiple Combatant Commands including EUCOM, Indo-PACOM, and AFRICOM. The primary responsibilities of the Operations Specialist include performing mission planning and operations support to both external and internal customers before and during missions, as well as conducting flight following on the Joint Operations Command Watch Floor. The OS will maintain communications with aircraft during all flight phases using IRC chat or beyond the line of sight satellite communications (BLoS SATCOM). Additionally, the OS will support the review and development of collection decks, Air Tasking Orders (ATO), Special Instructions (SPINS), and other documents relevant to major joint air, ground, and maritime operations. The role also involves deploying OCONUS to work with US Military Forces and/or Foreign Allied Military Forces in Tactical Operations Centers, developing and delivering mission briefings, executing mission debriefings, and compiling after-action reports (AAR) as required. The OS will provide technical, tactical, and operational Signal Intelligence, Electronic Warfare Analysis, and mission planning support to customers. Real-time communication and distribution of multi-source information with aircrew and ground assets during all flight phases will be conducted via Tactical Data Link and chat, or BLoS SATCOM. The OS will operate ground-based communications systems and maintain appropriate electronic and hard copy products, reports, and records. There may also be opportunities to provide guidance and training to less experienced personnel, along with performing other duties as assigned or required.

Responsibilities

  • Perform mission planning and operations support to external and internal customers prior to and during missions.
  • Conduct flight following on the Joint Operations Command Watch Floor.
  • Maintain communications with the aircraft during all phases of flight via IRC chat or beyond the line of sight satellite communications (BLoS SATCOM).
  • Support the review and/or development of collection decks, Air Tasking Orders (ATO), Special Instructions (SPINS), and other relevant documents.
  • Deploy OCONUS working with US Military Forces and/or Foreign Allied Military Forces in Tactical Operations Centers.
  • Develop and deliver mission briefings, execute mission debriefings, and compile after-action reports (AAR).
  • Provide technical, tactical, and operational Signal Intelligence, Electronic Warfare Analysis, and mission planning support.
  • Conduct real-time communication and distribution of multi-source information with aircrew and ground assets during all phases of flight.
  • Operate ground-based communications systems and maintain appropriate electronic and hard copy products, reports, and records.
  • Provide guidance and training to less experienced personnel as needed.

Requirements

  • 2 years relevant experience with a Bachelor's in a related field; 0 years experience with a Master's in a related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience.
  • Must possess and maintain a current TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain a Polygraph.
  • Must be a US Citizen with a valid United States Passport throughout deployment periods.
  • Experience with airborne Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance operations.
  • Recent deployed operational experience in the ISR mission set.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to maintain good working relationships with tasking authority, local officials, customer on-site representatives, and crew members.
  • Ability to deploy OCONUS and travel with reasonable notice for periods of up to four months.
  • Operational knowledge of Google Earth, NGA GIS, other geospatial software, and MS Office products (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Publisher, etc.).
  • Fluency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English.

Nice-to-haves

  • Possess and maintain a TS/SCI with polygraph.
  • Demonstrated technical understanding of Government communications networks and computer systems.
  • Experience with intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR), geospatial/imagery intelligence (GEOINT/IMINT), signals intelligence (SIGINT).
  • 5 years as a Navy SS-3/EWO/Special Projects (P-3C, P-8A), ECMO/WSO (EA-6B, EA-18G), or EP-3E LABOP or EWOP or Mission Commander.
  • Graduate of military technical training courses such as Electronic Warfare Officer, Navy Aviation Electronic Warfare School, Air Battle Manager, Navy Airborne Early Warning School.
  • Recent Operational ISR experience.
  • Experience with international operations.

Benefits

  • Best-in-class medical, dental, and vision plan choices.
  • Wellness resources and employee assistance programs.
  • Savings Plan Options (401(k)).
  • Financial planning tools and life insurance.
  • Employee discounts and paid holidays.
  • Paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
  • Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships.
  • Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation for qualified positions.
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