Squadron Operations Support Specialists

Rockhill Group; Barksdale Air Force Base (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockhill Group seeks qualified, on-site specialists to support Bomber Squadron Operations across multiple Air Force Global Strike Command units at Barksdale AFB, LA; Dyess AFB, TX; Ellsworth AFB, SD; Minot AFB, ND; Whiteman AFB, MO. These roles provide non-flying operational support enabling aircrews to maintain currency and readiness.

Positions cover four core roles: aircrew scheduling, Stan Eval support, long-range scheduling, and EFB program management; must adapt to high-tempo environments

Qualifications

• Experience in a U.S. DoD flying squadron, group, or wing environment.
• Proficient with Patriot Excalibur (PEX) or similar aircrew scheduling systems.
• Strong communication and leadership skills for executive briefings and multi-agency coordination.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate aircraft and equipment availability with Maintenance; deconflict airspace and taskings.
• Build schedules using Patriot Excalibur (PEX) or similar databases; manage short- and long-range planning.
• Maintain training records and oversight of aircrew qualification; ensure safety-of-flight guidance.

Skills

DoD environment familiarity

MS Office proficiency (Access/Excel/SH

Education

Experience in DoD flying squadron/wing environment

Tools

Patriot Excalibur (PEX)

ARMS system

Microsoft Access

Excel

SharePoint

Teams

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Job Title

Squadron Operations Support Specialists

Location

Barksdale AFB, LA - Barkdale AFB, 71110 US (Primary)
Dyess AFB, TX - Dyess, 79607 US
Ellsworth AFB, SD - Ellsworth AFB, SD 57706 US
Minot AFB, ND - Minot AFB, 58705 US
Whiteman AFB - Whiteman AFB, MO 65305 US

Category

Operations

Job Description

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Role Description:

We are seeking full time, on-site, highly qualified candidates to fulfill critical Bomber Squadron Operations Support (BSOS) positions across active-duty Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) bomber units (Barksdale AFB, LA; Dyess AFB, TX; Ellsworth AFB, SD; Minot AFB, ND; Whiteman AFB, MO). These positions provide specialized non-flying operational support—traditionally performed by active-duty pilots, Weapon Systems Officers (WSOs), and Electronic Warfare Officers (EWOs)—enabling operational aircrews to maintain mission focus, flying currencies, and combat readiness.

This single job requisition encompasses four key specialized functional roles across multiple AFGSC bomber operations groups (B-1B, B-2A, and B-52H MDS):

1. Squadron Aircrew Scheduler (Core Role)

Responsible for managing dynamic short- and long-range flight, ground, and simulator training schedules in high-tempo operational environments. Key duties include:

• Coordinate with training officers, Aviation Resource Management (ARM), Unit Deployment Managers (UDMs), and Operations Officers (DO) to build schedules satisfying currency, progression, and upgrade standards.
• Build daily, weekly, and monthly flight/ground/academic/simulator schedules using Patriot Excalibur (PEX) or proprietary database systems.
• Deconflict aircrew availability taking into account leave, medical appointments, temporary duty (TDY), and operational taskings; schedule based on aircrew experience levels to mitigate Operational Risk Management (ORM).
• Coordinate aircraft and equipment availability with Maintenance; deconflict airspace, ranges, exercise taskings (e.g., RED FLAG, GREEN FLAG, Weapons School), and tanker support with Wing/higher headquarters.
• Facilitate rapid last-minute schedule changes due to maintenance, weather, or operational constraints while maintaining full mission coverage.

2. Operations Training & Standardization / Evaluation (Stan Eval) Support (Core Role)

Responsible for total oversight of unit aircrew training programs, qualification tracking, safety-of-flight guidance, and flight evaluation records. Key duties include:

• Maintain and update individual aircrew training records, gradebooks, and folders IAW AFI 11-202V1/V2 and AFI 11-2MDS-V1/V2, MAJCOM supplements, and local guidance.
• Interface directly with ARM personnel to update the Aviation Resource Management System (ARMS) and PEX.
• Administer aircrew ground/academic testing and required classes (CRM, IRC, pre-deployment/grounding training); track upgrade and Ready Aircrew Program (RAP) training continuation.
• Generate critical administrative products: AF Form 8 (Certification of Aircrew Qualification), AF Form 4324, Monthly Aircrew Qualification Level Summaries ("Letter of Xs"), RAP Reports, and Gradebook Reports.
• Ensure expeditious posting of all safety-of-flight publications, FCIFs, and maintain technical order library and mission planning systems (MSCs) standardization.

3. Wing / Long-Range Scheduler (Optional Specialty Role)

Focuses on macro-level operational alignment, strategic resource optimization, and Wing-level coordination. Key duties include:

• Develop and maintain comprehensive long-range scheduling systems, prioritizing aerial refueling tankers and Agile Combat Employment (ACE) operations.
• Align operational unit long-term mission planning with AFGSC strategic goals and tenant partners (AFRC, ANG).
• Analyze historical mission data to optimize resources and generate decision-making analytics for Operations Group leadership.
• Provide training and knowledge transfer to Operations Group personnel on long-range scheduling software and capabilities.

4. Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) Program Manager (Optional Specialty Role)

Manages hardware, software, and higher-headquarters security directives for mobile flight publications and navigation systems. Key duties include:

• Serve as Primary Wing/Group EFB Program Manager IAW AFGSCI 11-270 and liaison with AFGSC/A3TV.
• Administer Mobile Device Management (MDM) platforms (e.g., BlackBerry UEM) and ForeFlight administration accounts; manage user accounts, device enrollment (DEP), audits, and security compliance.
• Maintain, patch, upgrade, and restore EFB hardware (iPads/tablets, Exclusive Use Stand-Alone [EUSA] PCs, peripherals) and manage commercial Wi-Fi connectivity with ISPs.
• Coordinate with TODO and Stan Eval to ensure all EFB units contain current flight publications, FLIP, FCIFs, TOs, and Special Interest Items.
• Manage EFB equipment inventory as equipment custodian, tracking hardware refresh, sustainment budgets, and DRMO decommissioning.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements Across All Positions:

• Education / Experience General Requirement: Demonstrated experience working within a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) military flying squadron, group, or wing environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in standard office software suite (Microsoft Access, Excel, SharePoint, Teams) and familiarity with NIPR/SIPR military IT networks.
• Communication & Leadership: Excellent written and oral communication skills suitable for executive briefings, leadership status reports, and multi-agency coordination.

Position-Specific Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working as a squadron aircrew scheduler.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with Patriot Excalibur (PEX) or a similar proprietary aircrew scheduling system.
• Operations Training & Stan Eval Support:
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working in a squadron, group, and/or wing training or stan eval shop (or 3 years equivalent experience in a DoD flying environment).
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with PEX (or similar program).
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience utilizing Microsoft Access, Excel, and SharePoint.
• EFB Program Manager:
• Working knowledge of iOS and MacOS environments; minimum 2 years of IT/device management experience highly desired.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience with Microsoft Suite, SharePoint, and Teams application administration.
• Ability to manage MDM consoles (BlackBerry UEM) and administrative passcodes IAW DoD cybersecurity standards.

Security and Citizenship:

• Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Security Clearance: Must possess an active SECRET clearance (or a previously held SECRET clearance that has expired without being revoked/compromised).
• Clearance Eligibility: Candidates without an active clearance may be considered on a case-by-case basis if eligible to immediately receive a SECRET clearance and submit required paperwork.
• Access Requirements: Candidates must be eligible for unescorted access to base restricted areas, Common Access Card (CAC) issuance, National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI), and RESTRICTED DATA (RD) access as specified in DD Form 254.