Aerospace Medicine Physician

Adventsvcsllc; Page Manor (OH); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Advent is seeking an Aerospace Medicine Physician to support USAF/USAFSAM activities at Wright Patterson AFB, on-site. This role focuses on applying aerospace clinical and operational medicine to readiness, research, and policy development within a DoD setting.

Responsibilities include analyzing medical and readiness data, reviewing records, and serving as a medical SME to USAFSAM leadership and multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• MD/DO with 5–10 years of professional experience in aerospace medicine or related fields.
• Residency in Aerospace Medicine; related specialties may be considered.
• Board certification in aerospace medicine and familiarity with DoD requirements.
• Experience in preventive, occupational, and population health services.
• Strong written and verbal communication; able to work with multiple stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Air Force medical information systems (e.g., AHLTA, MHS GENESIS, ASIMS, ADS, AIMWTS, PEPP).
• Ability to sign NDA prior to performance.

Responsibilities

• Provide aerospace medicine SME support for AWARE and AMWD teams.
• Analyze medical, readiness, and operational data for research and decision-making.
• Review medical records to validate findings and assess relationships to outcomes.
• Serve as SME to USAFSAM leadership and DoD organizations; collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Develop familiarity with AF medical record systems and data repositories.

Skills

Aerospace Medicine

Scientific/analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

MD or DO degree

Residency in Aerospace Medicine

ABMS Board Certification in Aerospace Medicine

Tools

Air Force medical information systems

Job description

A leader in supporting clients in technically demanding industries, Advent's capabilities and services promote innovation & empower our partners to manage risk, protect the information, and achieve organizational objectives. We are proud of our ability to support mission-critical systems in every phase of their lifecycle to ensure our nation’s forces can accomplish their mission.

Position: Aerospace Medicine Physician

Location: Wright Patterson AFB, OH (On-site)

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 0730-1630. Occasional travel may be required for authorized meetings, conferences, and mission-related activities.

Mandatory Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree with 5–10 years of professional experience.
• Residency training in Aerospace Medicine. Related specialties such as Occupational Medicine or Preventive Medicine may be considered.
• Expert knowledge of aerospace clinical and operational medicine.
• American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) Board Certified Physician with successful completion of a Department of Defense-approved Aerospace Medicine Primary Course.
• Experience providing preventive medicine, aerospace medicine, occupational medicine, and population health services.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency using U.S. Air Force medical information systems, including AHLTA, MHS GENESIS, ASIMS, ADS, AIMWTS, and PEPP.
• Ability to provide a signed Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) prior to the start of performance.

Highly Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the mission, organization, and policies of USAFSAM and the 711th Human Performance Wing.
• Experience serving as a MAJCOM Chief of Aerospace Medicine (SGP) or equivalent leadership role.
• Publications in aerospace medicine, aviation medicine, occupational medicine, public health, or other peer-reviewed clinical journals.
• ABMS Board Certification in Aerospace Medicine.
• Experience with MEPS accession processes and Department of the Air Force/DoD accession and retention standards.
• Knowledge of Aeromedical Waiver (AMWD) processes and Medical Evaluation Board (MEB) procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Provide aerospace medicine subject matter expertise supporting the Analysis of Waiver Risk Evidence (AWARE) team and Aerospace Medicine Waiver Division (AMWD).
• Analyze medical, readiness, and operational data to support research studies, investigations, and evidence-based decision-making.
• Review and evaluate medical records to validate findings, develop research hypotheses, and assess relationships between accession medical conditions, disease progression, career outcomes, and operational readiness.
• Serve as the primary medical subject matter expert for USAFSAM leadership, Department of Defense organizations, and multidisciplinary teams on aerospace medicine and operational health topics.
• Develop and maintain familiarity with Air Force medical record systems, standards, and authorized data repositories.
• Prepare technical reports, scientific publications, presentations, consultation documents, and other analytical products supporting operational medicine initiatives.
• Participate in professional conferences through presentations, posters, and peer-reviewed publications to disseminate research findings.
• Present study results and technical recommendations during meetings, briefings, and other government forums.
• Support the development of written communications and knowledge transfer products for Air Force stakeholders and leadership.

Advent’s benefits program includes comprehensive medical, dental and vision care, matching 401K, vacation time, sick time, life insurance, disability coverage, and other benefits that help provide financial protection for you and your family.

Advent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are not based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.