Range Safety Specialist - Aviation

Corps Solutions; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Corps Solutions is seeking a Range Safety Specialist in Quantico, Virginia. The role demands expertise in Marine Corps Aviation Range Safety and effective communication skills. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least one year of relevant experience.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for reviewing airspace issues and delivering training programs. A valid driver’s license and Secret security clearance are required.

Qualifications

• One year of Range Safety experience with two years of military experience.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Proficient in Windows and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical knowledge of Marine Corps Aviation Range Safety.
• Review, analyze, and recommend solutions for National Airspace issues.
• Assist with tier 1 and 2 help desk support for the RMTK suite of tools.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in computer applications

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Range Safety distance learning course (MarineNet)

RFMSS Functional Administrator course

Inter-Service Range Safety Course

Range Manager Tool Kit Course

Weapons Danger Zone Course

Range Airspace Manager Course

Job description

The Range Safety Specialist reports to and receives work direction derivatives from the Project Manager. The Range Safety Specialist shall provide management and operational support of Marine Corps ranges with knowledgeable personnel to provide the expertise and capability necessary to analyze, execute and better implement and provide an efficient, effective training program addressing aviation operations, for current and future capabilities, including but not limited to specific disciplines in the following:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide technical knowledge of Marine Corps Aviation Range Safety in accordance with (IAW) MCO 3570.1D to ensure the deconfliction of aviation range training and other activities occurring on a range or ranges within the Marine Corps.

Provide technical knowledge and expertise of multi-service air to ground weapons and delivery characteristics.

Provide technical knowledge and expertise concerning the RMTK Weapon Danger Zone (WDZ) Tool IAW MCO 3570.1D to ensure that the relationship between the RMTK danger zones and range certifications are understood and can be depicted within the Marine Corps Range Safety program.

Provide technical knowledge and expertise of Marine Corps range safety policy and how that policy relates to Department of Defense (DoD) policy concerning air to ground munitions.

Review, analyze, and recommend solutions involving National Airspace and Military Operating Areas, Marine Corps Training requirements and military or civilian interface issues.

Provide subject matter expertise to support review and analysis of RTAM aviation training and special use air space projects for compliance with MCO 3550.10 and make recommendations to ensure and advise on RTAM and Installation Range Management plans, programmatic and training implementation, development and management of current and future operational aviation range policies and programs are IAW MCO 3550.10.

Provide knowledge and expertise concerning location and size of training related danger zones (i.e. surface danger zones, weapon danger zones, explosive danger zones, laser surface danger zones, and noise areas) and how danger zones relate to the context of other installation features (boundaries, areas of critical concern etc.).

Provide subject matter expertise in the development and implementation of aviation range safety air to ground operational training range policies and programs and for the planning and execution of aviation training on operational ranges.

Provide expertise in the planning and execution of aviation range safety as it pertains to aviation range certification IAW MCO 3550.9A.

Develop updated aviation range safety guidance and provide SOUM and LRSR draft IAW MCO 3570.1D.

Prepare a report and assist the COR with tier 1 and 2 help desk support for the RMTK suite of tools. Tier 1 support is defined as the initial support level responsible for basic customer issues. It is synonymous with first‑line support, level 1 support, front‑end support, support line 1, and various other headings denoting basic level technical support functions. Tier 2 support is defined as a more in-depth technical support level than Tier 1 and therefore costs more as the techs are more experienced and knowledgeable on a particular product or service. It is synonymous with level 2 support, support line 2, administrative level support, and various other headings denoting advanced technical troubleshooting and analysis methods.

Provide subject matter expertise in the development, implementation, and revision of ARSP‑1, 2, and 3.

EDUCATION

High school diploma or equivalent is the minimum acceptable education.

Required: Range Safety distance learning course (MarineNet).

Graduate of the RFMSS Functional Administrator course (preferred).

Graduate of the Inter‑Service Range Safety Course (preferred).

Graduate of the Range Manager Tool Kit (RMTK) ~ formerly Geographic Information System (GIS) for Range Managers Course (preferred).

Graduate of the Weapons Danger Zone (WDZ) Course (preferred).

Graduate of the Range Airspace Manager Course (preferred).

EXPERIENCE

One year of Range Safety experience with two years of military experience.

The ideal candidate is a former SNCO or Officer who has experience as a Range Safety Officer or Officer in Charge.

CORE SKILLS/COMPETENCIES

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Strong communication and presentation skills.

Able to design, write, and present training programs.

Proficient in computer applications such as Windows and MS Office.

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Excellent organizational, planning, and prioritization skills.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Prolonged outdoor exposure to the elements.

Daily travel in training areas may be required.

Qualification as an authorized company driver is required.

All authorized company drivers must have a valid driver’s license, current automobile insurance, and a driving record that is acceptable to the company’s auto insurance provider.

SECURITY CLEARANCE

A Secret security clearance is required for this position.

Corps Solutions is a Drug Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. All hiring decisions are based on nondiscriminatory factors without regard to race, color, religion, disability, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, marital status, age, veteran status, genetic information, or or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This organization participates in E‑Verify. If you require assistance applying for any Corps Solutions' position, please contact a Corps Solutions' representative at [e-mail].