Air Intercept Controller

Prevailance, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Air Intercept Controller to support the Afloat Training Group Pacific. This role involves enhancing the readiness of Pacific Fleet ships through innovative training methods, including computer-based simulations and live events. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Air Warfare and Tactical Data Links, with a focus on scenario development. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to maintaining combat readiness and delivering high-quality training across maritime missions. This is a fantastic opportunity to leverage your expertise in a dynamic environment while contributing to national defense.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life & AD&D Coverage

401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off (PTO)

11 Paid Holidays

Education Reimbursement Program

Computing Device Reimbursement Program

TriCare Supplemental

Qualifications

• Must have 3 years of scenario development and training experience.
• 5 years of operational experience in Air Warfare required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct computer-based simulations to enhance Pacific Fleet readiness.
• Collaborate with Tactical Training Group Pacific for training events.

Skills

Air Warfare

Tactical Data Links

Scenario Development

Operational Experience

Combat Systems Experience

Education

Current Level 5 Air Controller with U.S. Navy NEC W20A

Experience in Naval Warfare Operations

Tools

Joint Semi-Automated Forces (JSAF)

Multi-System Automated Remote Control Interface (MARCI)

Tactical Voice/Data Communications

Job description

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Description
This position is contingent upon successful contract proposal submission and award.
Prevailance is seeking an experienced and mission-focused professional to support Afloat Training Group Pacific (ATGPAC) as an Air Intercept Controller (AIC). The ideal candidate has a strong background in Air Warfare and Tactical Data Links, ideally with operational experience in both areas. Experience in scenario development and the use of systems like JSAF, MARCI, and Tactical Voice/Data Communications is crucial.

ATGPAC is tasked with training and certifying all Pacific Fleet ships to ensure they meet evolving standards for naval and joint combat operations. This requires a dynamic, flexible approach to training, with ATGPAC delivering both in-person and distributed training across a broad spectrum of maritime missions. Special focus is placed on training shipboard teams to independently maintain and enhance combat readiness throughout deployment cycles.

Responsibilities May Include But Not Limited To:

• Conduct computer-based simulations and Live, Virtual, Constructive (LVC) events in the ATGSD Battle Lab to enhance Pacific Fleet readiness.
• Integrate live and synthetic training for ships and teams, including Final Battle Problems (FBP), Inport Training Exercises (MITE), and certification events.
• Utilize Navy Continuous Training Environment (NCTE), Tactical Data Links (TDL), and the Mission Distribution System (MDS) to create realistic operational scenarios.
• Collaborate with Tactical Training Group Pacific (TTGP) to execute Fleet Synthetic Training (FST) Program events.
• Support the Distributed Training Architecture (DTA) under the guidance of Commander, Pacific Fleet (CPF).

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Current Level 5 Air Controller with U.S. Navy NEC W20A.
• Three (3) years of scenario development / training experience and configuration / operation experience with one or more of the following systems:
• Modeling and Simulation.
• Joint Semi-Automated Forces (JSAF).
• Multi-System Automated Remote Control Interface (MARCI).
• Tactical Voice / Data Communications.
• Five (5) years of ship Combat Systems experience, including configuration, operation, maintenance, and repair.
• Experience in naval warfare operations or conducting training for naval warfare or equivalent joint experience.
• Five (5) years of operational experience in Air Warfare.
• Five (5) years of experience with Tactical Data Links, including systems such as LOS Link 11(A)/16(J), Satellite-J, and Link 16.
• Must attend NAWDC TOPGUN Ground School annually to maintain competency evaluation.

Security Clearance:

• Must possess an active Secret Security Clearance.

Benefits:

Prevailance, Inc. proudly supports veterans as a member of the V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) program and the Hire Vets initiative. Prevailance provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, designed to support health, wellness, and financial security. Our benefits include:

• Medical Insurance.
• TriCare Supplemental.
• Dental Insurance.
• Vision Insurance.
• Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Coverage.
• 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• 11 Paid Holidays.
• Education Reimbursement Program.
• Computing Device Reimbursement Program.

Prevailance, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract. Prevailance, Inc. participates in E-Verify and is VEVRAA Compliant.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Defense & Space