Rpa Sensor Operator (Instructor) - Title 32

Unmanned Safety Institute, Inc.; Georgia; On-site; USD 75,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

128th Airborne Command and Control Squadron seeks a highly experienced RPA Sensor Operator (Instructor) to support mission planning and execution. Duties include preflight, in-flight, and post-flight activities in accordance with Air Force orders, and to train IQT, UGT, and CT for RPA personnel.

Candidate must understand ROE, AOB, and related mission data, while supervising staff and ensuring compliance with security requirements and operational procedures.

Qualifications

• Must possess experience interpreting, explaining, and applying a variety of regulations and procedures.
• Experience using computer and automation systems.
• Specialized experience: arranging or procuring transportation for personnel, cargo, or freight.

Responsibilities

• Performs mission planning, preflight, in-flight, and post-flight duties per aircraft orders and AFIs.
• Receives, interprets, and disseminates relevant briefs, ROE, and mission data.
• Develops and reviews training methods for IQT, UGT, and CT in RPA operations.
• Supervises subordinates and conducts training for RPA systems personnel.

Job description

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This position is for a RPA Sensor Operator (Instructor), Position Description Number D2294000 located in the 128th Airborne Command and Control Squadron, Robins AFB, Georgia. This is a full-time, Excepted Permanent, dual status position which requires Georgia Air National Guard Membership. Area of Consideration: Open to members of the Air National Guard, Air Force Reserve or an Air Force Active Duty component.

Duties

As a RPA Sensor Operator (Instructor), GS-2101-11, your responsibilities will be: Performs mission planning, preflight, in-flight, and post-flight duties in accordance with aircraft technical orders, applicable Air Force Instructions (AFIs), and Unified Combatant Commands' theater Rules of Engagement (ROE). Must understand Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) for friendly and enemy Air Order of Battle (AOB) assets. Operates mission planning ancillary equipment to initialize information for download to airborne mission systems. Receives, interprets, extracts, and disseminates relevant ATO, Airspace Control Order (ACO), and Special Instructions (SPINs) information. Participates in post-flight debriefing to establish mission accomplishments and potential procedural development. Performs Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR), Close Air Support (CAS); Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR); Dynamic Targeting/Time Sensitive Targeting (DT/TST); Air Interdiction (AI); Strike Coordination and Reconnaissance (SCAR); and Air Operations in Maritime Surface Warfare (AOMSW) utilizing Full Motion Video (FMV) and various sensors, mission equipment, and precision guided munitions. Detects, analyzes and discriminates between valid and invalid targets using synthetic aperture radar, electro-optical, low-light, and infrared full-motion video imagery, and other active acquisition and tracking systems. Assists in air navigation, AOB integration, fire control planning, and determining effective weapons control and delivery tactics to achieve overall mission objectives. Receives target briefs (9-lines) for weapons delivery. Conducts immediate first phase Battle Damage Assessments (BDA) for up-channel coordination and potential reattack. Utilizes laser target marking systems to provide target identification and illumination in support of other combat assets. Responsible for the terminal guidance of onboard/off-board weapons using a tactical laser for guidance and delivery of onboard weapons and other laser-guided munitions. Conducts crewmember duties related to deployed and in-garrison launch and recovery operations. Configures Ground Control Station (GCS) and aircraft systems to effectively conduct handover operations. Monitors aircraft systems, notifies pilot of system malfunctions, and assists with diagnosis and troubleshooting. Executes all normal and emergency procedure checklists and assists pilot in complying with all applicable technical orders and flight regulations. Performs training, planning, standardization and evaluation, and other administrative duty functions for Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) system operations. Conducts training for RPA operations systems personnel. Develops and reviews instructional methods and procedures used in Initial Qualification Training (IQT), Upgrade Training (UGT), and Continuation Training (CT). Reviews training status and recommends remedial training. Evaluates aircrew academic, simulation, and in-flight performances. Reviews trend analysis of flight evaluations to identify training deficiencies. Supervises subordinates during the performance of their duties. Reviews training status and arranges additional, remedial, and continuation training. Conducts periodic inspections of aircrew operations and unit activities. Perform other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Must obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance and be eligible for access to Special Compartmented Information (SCI).
• May be required to travel by military or commercial air to conferences, meetings, or other functions away from the normal duty station.
• The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays on short notice.
• This position requires military membership, compatible unit and Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) assignments, and the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance level which is based on the position security access requirement.
• Recruitment and Relocation incentives may be available pending fund availability.

Qualifications

Each applicant must fully substantiate (in her/his own words) that they meet the requirements of the specialized experience listed below; otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this vacancy. DO NOT COPY THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION. IF YOU DO THIS YOU WILL BE CONSIDERED UNQUALIFIED FOR THE VACANCY. Please ensure that you have included beginning and ending dates (month and year) for all jobs listed on your resume. Military Grades: E3-E7 Compatible Military Assignments: 1A134F, 1A154F, 1A174F General Experience: Must possess experience, education, or training interpreting, explaining, and/or applying a variety of regulations and procedures. Experience using computer and automation systems. Specialized Experience: Candidate must have at least 36 months experience, education, or training arranging or procuring transportation for personnel, cargo or freight. Experience in non-routine pre and post auditing of freight bills, bills of lading, and personnel transportation vouchers. Experience coordinating and negotiating with organizations/personnel both orally and in writing to resolve differences/problems.

Education

Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience: Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in fields listed below leading to a bachelor's degree, in an accredited college or university, meets the GS-5 level requirements. Education - Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- accounting, business administration, business or commercial law, commerce, economics, engineering, finance, industrial management, statistics, traffic management, transportation, motor mechanics, or other fields related to the position.

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx). Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.

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