Airspace Strategy & Compliance Analyst – PACAF Ops

Qualis LLC; Riverdale (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualis LLC is seeking an Airspace Management Program Analyst to support PACAF from Hickam AFB, Hawaii. The role focuses on airspace requirements, regulatory compliance, and mission sustainment in collaboration with Air Staff, MAJCOMs, FAA, DoS, and international partners. On-site work at Hickam AFB is required.

The candidate will analyze policies, track encroachment using MCAT, and help mitigate airspace access risks while supporting the Mission Sustainment and sUAS programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation, Aeronautics, Public Policy, or related field (experience may substitute).
• 3+ years supporting airspace management, operations planning, or mission sustainment in a DoD or government environment.
• Knowledge of airspace policy, environmental coordination, and regulatory frameworks (FAA, DoD, USAF).
• Strong analytical and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; interface with senior military and civilian stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support development and advocacy of airspace proposals for DAF and PACAF missions.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including Air Staff, MAJCOMs, FAA, DoS, and international partners.
• Analyze DAF, DoW, and international airspace policies to ensure compliance with operational and training requirements.
• Track encroachment impacts using MCAT.
• Assist in PACAF guidance to mitigate risks to airspace access.
• Represent PACAF in interagency forums and hearings.
• Provide SME support to PACAF’s Mission Sustainment Working Group and sUAS program.
• Coordinate counter-UAS efforts with PACAF/A4S.
• Maintain program documentation, status reports, and compliance tracking per DoD requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aviation

Tools

MCAT

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Qualis LLC is seeking an Airspace Management Program Analyst to support PACAF from Hickam AFB, Hawaii. The role focuses on airspace requirements, regulatory compliance, and mission sustainment in collaboration with Air Staff, MAJCOMs, FAA, DoS, and international partners. On-site work at Hickam AFB is required.

The candidate will analyze policies, track encroachment using MCAT, and help mitigate airspace access risks while supporting the Mission Sustainment and sUAS programs.