Air Domain Subject Matter Expert (SME) - Rotary-Wing (RW) Close Air Support (CAS) Pilot

Hoplite Group; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a part-time Air Domain Subject Matter Expert to support a partner nation in enhancing air-ground integration. This role involves reviewing course curricula and ensuring effective execution of operations. The ideal candidate will be a retired RW CAS pilot with extensive operational experience and necessary certifications. This position offers the flexibility of remote support with opportunities for quarterly travel engagements, making it perfect for those looking to leverage their expertise while maintaining a balanced lifestyle. Join a mission-driven team and make a significant impact in defense operations.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in air to ground integration operations is essential.
• Must have Forward Air Controller or Joint Terminal Attack Controller certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in validating and refining Air/Ground Integration plans.
• Review JTAC/TACP course curriculum for operational success.

Skills

Air to Ground Integration Operations

Joint Targeting Processes

Forward Air Controller Certification

Joint Terminal Attack Controller Certification

Experience in Combined Air Operations Center

AFRICOM Experience

Education

Military Pilot Certification

Department of Defense Secret Clearance

Tools

AH-64

MH-60 DAP

AH-6

AH-1

Job description

Opportunity (Part-Time): Air Domain Subject Matter Expert (SME) – Rotary-Wing (RW) Close Air Support (CAS) Pilot

Bottom Line Up Front: Hoplite Group is seeking a RW CAS pilot to assist a partner nation in validating, supporting, and refining the implementation of holistic Air/Ground Integration plans. Selected candidates will also review JTAC/TACP course curriculum to ensure successful execution of operations.

Location: Remote support (CONUS) and forward engagements in a partner nation (PN).

Level of Effort: (Part Time) - Support in building partner capacity (remote and in-country)

• Non-travel months: 40 hours/month
• Quarterly travel engagement months: 90-100 hours/month (inclusive of pre-trip planning, travel, post-trip reports)
• Potential for one extended 6-week trip to partner nation and geographic combatant command headquarters, on an annual basis

Availability: Immediate opening

Requirements:

• Preferred retired (CW-4/CW-5/O-4/O-5/O-6) RW CAS pilots, with extensive experience in air to ground integration operations
• AH-64, MH-60 DAP, AH-6, or AH-1 experience required
• Forward Air Controller or Joint Terminal Attack Controller certification required
• Knowledgeable in Joint Targeting processes required
• Experience working in a Combined Air Operations Center (CAOC) desired
• AFRICOM experience desired
• Department of Defense current/active Secret Clearance a must

Seniority level: Director

Employment type: Contract

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Internet Publishing