Sr Mission Systems Operator

Sierra Nevada Corp; Shalimar (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Florida seeks a Senior Mission Systems Operator to lead airborne missions leveraging RADAR and MX-15, mentor operators, and drive data-driven strategy across DoD programs.

You will deploy to CONUS/OCONUS locations, ensure safety standards, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure mission success while advancing sensor-based capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• 6+ years of experience in a related field.
• In absence of a degree, at least 10 years of related experience may substitute.
• Higher level degree may substitute for experience.
• Expert understanding of RADAR and MX-15 sensor tech.
• Advanced CRM and airmanship experience.
• 1000 flight hours and ARC-231 familiarity.
• Strong knowledge of SSDL radio functionality.
• Experience with RADAR theory and MX15HDi camera tech.
• Ability to deploy for extended periods to OCONUS locations.
• Ability to meet DoD and Combatant Command deployment requirements.
• Must pass a pre-deployment medical assessment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee complex airborne missions using RADAR and MX-15 systems.
• Lead advanced data analysis and provide strategic insights.
• Mentor and develop a team of operators.
• Collaborate with mission leaders to optimize strategies.
• Ensure compliance with high-level safety and standards.

Skills

Sensor tech

CRM & Airmanship

Flight time experience

Radar systems

MX-15/MX15HDi knowledge

Data interpretation

Mission planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree substitute for experience

Tools

ARC-231 radio

MX-15 camera

SSDL radio functionality

Job description

Are you a seasoned mission systems operator looking for a meaningful work environment that supports and protects heroes? Join our team! As a Senior Mission Systems Operator, you will be a key leader in mission-critical operations, guiding the use of sophisticated sensor systems to achieve strategic objectives. Your role will include high-level mission planning, advanced data interpretation, and leadership in operational execution. You will collaborate with multiple stakeholders to drive mission success and innovation.

The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and direct complex airborne missions using RADAR and MX-15 systems.
• Lead advanced data analysis and provide strategic insights.
• Mentor and develop a team of operators.
• Collaborate with mission leaders to optimize operational strategies.
• Ensure compliance with high-level safety and operational standards.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field of study.
• 6+ years of experience in a related field.
• Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of related experience is required.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Expert understanding of sensor technologies (RADAR, MX-15).
• Advanced experience with Crew Resource Management (CRM) and Airmanship.
• 1000 hours of flight time knowledge of ARC-231.
• Advanced knowledge of Small Secure Datalink (SSDL) radio functionality.
• Experience with the practical application of RADAR Theory and MX15HDi camera technology.
• Ability to deploy for an extended amount of time to various OCONUS operating locations.
• Ability to meet current DoD and Combatant Command requirements for deployed locations.
• Successfully pass a pre-deployment medical assessment.