Air Force Range Operations Liaison (G)

TDX International; Alaska; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Job summary

TDXi seeks an Air Force Range Operations Liaison to support the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex (JPARC) and Fort Wainwright Range Control at Eielson AFB, AK. The contractor coordinates Army/Air Force land use and airspace for routine training and major exercises, interfacing with USAF and RCs.

Responsibilities include reviewing plans, updating WDZs, scheduling activities with RFMSS, and supporting MFEs. US citizenship with a valid driver’s license is required; candidate must meet security

Qualifications

• Operational experience with air-to-ground integration and knowledge of AR 385-63, DA Pam 385-63, FWA Range Operations SOPs, AFI 13-212.
• Interagency Intermediate Range Safety Course, Range Manager Toolkit (RMTK), and WDZ training required.
• Knowledge of RFMSS, GIS, the RMTK, and range software programs highly desired.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Review the daily Drop Plan and prepare approval notification for Army RC submission.
• Review and update Weapons Danger Zones (WDZs) and range safety zones.
• Schedule Air Force activities on Army lands and airspace using RFMSS.
• Serve as liaison during MFEs and major joint training events.
• Ensure range characteristics meet training and safety requirements.
• Identify and resolve conflicts in planning and execution of air operations.
• Attend planning conferences and prepare briefing papers.
• Comply with company policies and safety procedures.

Skills

Operational air-to-ground integration

English proficiency

Coordination & communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

RFMSS

GIS

RMTK

WDZ training

Job description

TDXi, a subsidiary of Tanadgusix Corporation (TDX), an Alaska Native Corporation, is currently recruiting for the position of Air Force Range Operations Liaison. This position is located at Eielson AFB, AK, and is a Full Time position. This position will report to the Program Manager.

An outstanding opportunity with an established defense contractor that is looking for motivated and results oriented individuals to grow with the company!

TDXi's TDX Government Services (TDX-GS) is an innovative defense contractor that performs a variety of services for our military and private defense contractors. We currently provide technical expertise and training support to enhance Air Combat Training System (ACTS) services across the globe and perform Range Management responsibilities at multiple locations around the world. At TDX-GS, we take pride in partnering with our customers, the world’s finest warfighters, to deliver high quality operations and maintenance to ensure every minute and dollar spent enhances national defense. For more information, visit our website at: https://tdxservices.tdxcorp.net/tdx-international/

Job Description

This position, located at Eielson AFB AK, provides Range Operations Liaison support the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex (JPARC) and Fort Wainwright Range Control (FWA RC) for the purpose of planning and scheduling the use of Army/Air Force managed lands and airspaces with the USAF for routine training and RED FLAG/other Major Flying Exercises (MFEs). The Contractor shall provide Air Force range operations liaison support to interface with the 354th RANS, 353th CTS, FWA RC and DTA RC on all matters pertaining to the use of Army/Air Force managed lands and airspace for local routine training as well as exercise events by the Air Force and sponsored units, i.e. RED FLAG, NORTHERN EDGE, DISTANT FRONTIER, and visiting unit training.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities
of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Review the daily Drop Plan submitted by the 354th RANS and prepare the approval notification for submission by the appropriate Army RC
• Review, catalogue, and update, as required, all Weapons Danger Zones (WDZs), Laser Range Safety and Surface Danger Zones that support Air Forces weapon employments
• Schedule all Air Force and Air Force sponsored activities occurring on Army managed lands and airspace utilizing Range Facility Management Support System (RFMSS)
• Serve as the FWA/DTA RC liaison during MFEs or major joint training events; be present at the RED FLAG Operations building
• Ensure physical characteristics of ranges are compatible with training and safety requirements, recognize training inadequacies, and provide mitigation measures
• Identify and expeditiously resolve any conflict situations that arise in planning, scheduling, coordination, control, and execution of air operations
• Attend required briefings and presentations monthly to include all Initial, Mid and Final Planning Conferences for MFEs
• Develop/submit white papers, decisions papers, and read ahead documents for meetings
• Comply with all Company policies and Quality and Safety Procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Education/Experience

• Operational experience with air-to-ground integration and comprehensive knowledge of AR 385-63, DA Pam 385-63, all FWA Range Operations Standard Operational Procedures, AFI 13-212 and other relevant range safety documentation
• Interagency Intermediate Range Safety Course, Range Manager Toolkit (RMTK), and WDZ training required (may be accomplished during initial employment period with PM approval)
• Knowledge of the RFMSS, the Geographic Information System (GIS), the RMTK, and range software programs highly desired (PM may approve hands-on training during employment)
• High school diploma or equivalent

Additional Requirements

• US Citizen // Secret Clearance or ability to obtain one is required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license

COMPETENCIES:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Ability to speak, read, and write English

You may email any questions to [e-mail], call us at 757-223-1446, or fax our hiring team at (757)-223-4141. Please indicate the position you are applying for and location on any correspondence.

• TDXi offers a full range of benefits including health, dental, vision and 401K to full-time employees. Details will be made available during the hiring process as appropriate.

Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. This employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their supervisor. The statements herein intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position. Furthermore, these statements do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Tanadgusix Corporation (TDX) and its subsidiaries.

TDXi,LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer with an Alaska Native Hiring Preference (PL93-638). We do not discriminate based on marital status, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Prior to employment, successful completion of a background investigation may be required.

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