Inzpire - White Force & Collective Training Subject Matter Expert

QinetiQ; Brandon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence and technology company is seeking SMEs in Combat Air or Air C2 for their team. This role involves supporting the UK Typhoon Qualified Weapons Instructor Course through exercise planning and execution. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the live or synthetic environments, including knowledge of UK military integration planning. They are a key driver in assuring learning objectives during exercises. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

30 days paid holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Uncapped paid leave scheme

Company provided private medical insurance

QinetiQ Share Incentive Scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Annual profit and performance related pay

Death in service (x4 salary)

Company contributions into a group personal pension scheme

Business travel insurance

Tax efficient cycle to work scheme

Tax efficient electric vehicle scheme

Qualifications

• Experience / knowledge of the UK Air CT exercise PBED cycle.
• Confident presenter capable of briefing complex subjects.
• Extensive relevant CT experience, with a preference for CA or Air C2 background.

Responsibilities

• Ensure delivery of exercise scenario design and supporting documentation.
• Consult with OC QWIC to improve exercise processes.
• Carry out Exercise Control duties during execution phase.

Skills

Experience / knowledge of the UK Air CT exercise PBED cycle

Confident presenter

Extensive relevant CT experience

Knowledge of military Air integration planning

Flexibility and loyalty in work ethic

Security clearance

Job description

THE COMPANY

We are a highly innovative and rapidly growing defence and technology company that design, develop, and deliver some of the world’s most advanced defence related training, products, and services.

We were recently crowned Employer of the Year at the British Ex-Forces in Business Awards 2023. We have been listed as one of the ‘100 Best Large Companies to Work For’ in the UK and Midlands by Best Companies several times as well as achieving ‘Best Companies 3 Star Accreditation’ and a rating of ‘world-class’ for our employee engagement on a number of occasions. We are also proud to have been honoured with two Queen’s Awards for Enterprise in Innovation, for our next-generation GECO military mission planning system.

As part of a unique and specialist defence company, our friendly team consists of experienced and highly capable individuals, working together with a mature ‘can do’ work ethic. Our central business functions are located in an easily accessible, bright and modern head office to the west of Lincoln, alongside our mission systems team, while the majority of our operational specialists are embedded alongside our Defence customers.

THE ROLE

Inzpire provide White Force (WF) and Exercise Control services to OC Qualified Weapons Instructor Course (QWIC) at 29 Squadron RAF Coningsby.

The Inzpire WF team assist in the delivery of specific phases of the UK Typhoon QWIC including the Plan, Brief, Execution and Debrief (PBED) of the Air CT exercise, Ex STORM WARRIOR.

Operating within a small team of Combat Air (CA) and Air C2 SMEs, the key responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• During the exercise planning phase on 29 Sqn, ensuring the delivery of the exercise scenario design, production of appropriate supporting Operational Staff Work, delivery of any required pre-exercise briefs to key stakeholders and other tasks as agreed with OC QWIC
• Consulting with OC QWIC to develop, refine and improve 29 Sqn exercise processes and policies
• During the exercise execution phase, carry out Exercise Control duties (Exercise Coordination Officer, Red Air Coordinator etc) to ensure QWIC desired learning objectives are met.

THE PERSON

Inzpire are looking for Combat Air (CA) or Air C2 SMEs with the following experience / skillsets:

Essential

• Experience / knowledge of the UK Air CT exercise PBED cycle;
• Confident presenter capable of briefing complex subjects to a large audience;
• Extensive, relevant CT experience, in the live or synthetic environment, preferably from a CA or Air C2 background;
• Previous knowledge of UK, NATO, or US military Air integration planning methodology;
• Be willing to embrace the Inzpire work ethic of loyalty, flexibility, and consistently delivering beyond our customer’s expectations;
• Hold or have previously held appropriate security clearances.

Desirable

• UK QWI (or equivalent), NATO / US military exchange, EWI, or other Air instructor qualifications;
• Firsthand Air or Joint Force exercise planning and delivery.
• Experience working with 4th and 5th Gen CA platforms;
• Experience working with international partner nations;
• Experience working within the MOD Whole Force construct to ensure effective project delivery.

Due to the nature of elements of the role, the successful applicant must be a UK National and may be required to successfully complete National Security Vetting which may require criminal record, security service and credit reference checks; qualification will also normally require a minimum UK residency of at least 5 years.

HOW TO APPLY

If you have the required background and are interested in joining a high-performing team, supporting the delivery of exceptional award-winning products and services to our customers, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please click apply and follow the instructions to upload your CV.

Please note that we are part of the QinetiQ group and you will be taken to the QinetiQ careers website in order to complete your application.

BENEFITS

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• • 30 days paid holiday plus 8 days bank holidays per year.
  • Uncapped paid leave scheme (upon successful completion of probation period).
  • Company provided private medical and dental insurance.
  • QinetiQ Share Incentive Scheme.
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
  • Annual profit and performance related pay scheme.
  • Death in service (x4 salary).
  • Company contributions into a group personal pension scheme.
  • Business travel insurance.
  • Tax efficient cycle to work and charitable giving schemes.
  • Tax efficient electric vehicle company car scheme..

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Inzpire are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for current and prospective employees. We recognise that a diverse, talented and highly motivated workforce is pivotal to our continuing success, therefore our selection decisions are based on the merit of the individual, irrespective of their race, colour, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or any other characteristic.

We genuinely recognise the benefits of a diverse and inclusive working environment. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer, a supportive signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant and a Gold award winner within the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We are therefore delighted to offer a guaranteed interview scheme to service leavers, reservists and military spouses or partners (including those of service leavers) who meet all our advertised requirements.