Fighter SME

Are you an experienced Fighter SME with demonstrated experience in the execution of distributed Operational Training (OT), which can encompass warfighters in Live-Virtual-Constructive (LVC) training environments?Then we have a great opportunity for you to join our growing team in Des Moines, IA. As aFighter SME, you will: Be able to create realistic and relevant operational training opportunities to AF Total Force joint warfighter participants via distributive means Join an engaged, 100% employee-owned company. Work with the latest, cutting-edge technology Have a direct impact on the success of a National Priority Program Work with a team of driven, supportive, and highly skilled professionals. Receive a robust benefits package that includes Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Enjoy flexibility managing your work hours and personal needs with a single accrual leave plan. A week in the life of aFighter SMEincludes: All aspects of A/A fighter mission planning and execution of all A/A aspects of ECC operations. Oversee all A/A centric LVC-OT missions that the DTOC produces. Participate as Event Controller for multiple LVC-OT event types while maintaining focus on A/A events to include: Conduct mission briefing, execution and debriefing, and post mission documentation Provide A/A expertise in support of DTOC mission planning cell to include: Create scenarios within Environment Generator software Coordinate with NOC personnel for ECC set-up Troubleshoot operations related software and hardware issues Provide academic briefings as coordinated with Training Manager Support meetings as DTOC A/A Fighter SME. Advise DTOC Leadership on LVC-OT events and A/A operations related issues. Job Requirements Bachelor's Degree and 8-10 years of experience; a combination of education and experience can be used in lieu of degree Secret Clearance Minimum three (3) years' experience conducting training in a DMO environment Current or previous Weapons School or Top Gun Graduate, air-to-air instructor pilotand minimum five (5) years operational air-to-air experience Current or previous fighter aircraft pilot or weapons system operator with robust air-to-air background Must be currently or previously qualified in USAF, USN, or USMC fighter aircraft. Must be knowledgeable in 5 th Gen fighter employment to incorporate into daily customer mission catalogs and part of SME academics program Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States. We are a government services contractor focused on delivering Strategic Solutions to complex national priority programs with 100+ locations worldwide. Through our focus on quality, strong cultural beliefs and innovation we deliver excellence every day. Company Awards: Forbes National Best Midsize Companies Energage National Best Workplaces Washington Post Best Workplaces Veteran Hiring Awards: U.S. Department of Labor Hire Vets Medallion BEST FOR VETS by Military Times TOP 10 MILITARY FRIENDLY COMPANY by EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation