Mission Planning Specialist

Duties For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here . Coordinates with discipline engineers to plan flight test missions for test execution. Communicates, builds relationships, and participates in teams. Conducts developmental test and evaluation of mission planning systems (hardware and software) integration to include test planning, investigating problems, data analysis, technical test reporting, and deficiency reporting. Performs mission planning database files downloads and system updates to keep mission planning systems and aircraft aeronautical data current. Provides mission planning subject matter expertise to the developmental test and evaluation team. Maintains a working knowledge and understanding of Technical Orders and aeronautical charts and data. Maintains current knowledge of computer operating systems, networking, and DoD computer security practices. Provides training to new engineers on mission planning requirements and software, as needed. Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship Required. Eligible for situational telework only, including Emergency and Office of Personnel Management (OPM) prescribed "Unscheduled Telework. Obtain and maintain Top Secret Security clearance. This is a designated Drug Testing Position. For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please go to Obtain and maintain CompTIA Security+ certification or higher within 6 months of hire. Bachelor of Science degree in aerospace or aeronautical engineering desired. Up to 25% Travel possible. This position MAY be eligible for a recruitment/relocation incentive. Specifics will be discussed with the Selecting Official. Qualifications For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here . In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management positions located here . SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-03 or equivalent to the next lower grade GS-11 in the Federal Service. Specialized experiences is 5 years of military aviation experience as a rated pilot, navigator, CSO/EWO, sensor operator or related position. 3 years of conducting manual or automated mission planning procedures and techniques. 3 years of software troubleshooting experience. Familiar and/or proficient with Joint Mission Planning System (JMPS) desired. Previous system test experience. Bachelor of Science degree in aerospace or aeronautical engineering desired. Previous experience planning missions for ISR, RPA, tanker, airlift, fighter or bomber aircraft. RECRUITMENT KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Must have knowledge of computer system operations to include hardware and software, such as AF active directory tools and resource administrator tools, and detailed familiarity with the configuration of security permissions for files, folders, and groups to effectively apply the concepts, principles, and techniques of mission planning. 2. Must have knowledge of the basic and journeyman level methods and techniques of managing information systems, managing computer system resources, developing project schedules, managing customer relations issues, applying journeyman level troubleshooting techniques, and evaluating computer hardware or software products. 3. Must have the ability to plan and organize work and coordinate with other test disciplines. 4. Ability to research, analyze, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and procedures to a variety of situations and to recommend timely and economical solutions. 5. Ability to maintain good working relations and to provide technical leadership and project management oversight. 6. Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of personnel both orally and in writing and to use modern computer software applications in support of communications, presentations, technical report preparation, and administrative aspects of flight test programs. Additional information NO 6-MONTH WAIT. Recently retired and/or retiring from MILITARY service ARE eligible for immediate appointment for AFTC positions. The 180-day waiting period has been waived for AFTC to hire recently retired and/or retiring service members. Full-time Air Force Civilian Service employees enjoy the below benefits, and more. Paid Time-Off: 11 Federal Holidays off per year Vacation time (Annual Leave) accumulates based on length of employment. Starts at 13 days (104 hours) per year and up to 26 days (208 hours) per year 13 sick days per year (104 hours) Various Medical, Dental & Vision packages to choose from for entire family Retirement: Pension: Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) 401K: Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) available with up to 5% agency matching Flexible work schedules and shift work may be available (depends on position) Employee assistance Programs Health and Wellness resources Tuition Assistance & Professional Development opportunities Many career enhancement and promotion opportunities Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here . Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. Required Documents As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies. For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here . If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education . Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. How to Apply Click APPLY NOW to complete an application and upload resume (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50). To receive additional information about current and future job openings with AFCS via email notification, please register at and sign up to "Get Career Updates." For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here . Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age. Agency contact information Air Force Test Center Recruitment Email Address EHA DHA 550 C Street West JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150 US Learn more about this agency Next steps For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here . Fair and Transparent The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Reasonable accommodation policy Financial suitability Selective Service New employee probationary period Signature and false statements Privacy Act Social security number request Required Documents For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here . If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education . Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. How to Apply Click APPLY NOW to complete an application and upload resume (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50). To receive additional information about current and future job openings with AFCS via email notification, please register at and sign up to "Get Career Updates." For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here . Equal Opportuni