Air Mission Planner 3 - Beale Air Force Base, United States - HII

Description

Requisition Number: 17380

Required Travel: %

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Security Clearance: TS/SCI

Level of Experience: Mid HI

This opportunity resides with Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C5ISR), a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. From towers to processors, we design, develop, integrate and manage the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) operations, exploitation and analysis for the Intelligence Community, the military services, geographic and functional combatant commands and DoD agencies.

Meet HII's Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

Who We Are

HII-Mission Technologies is currently seeking a U-2 Mission Planner to support the U-2 Intelligence,
Surveillance, Reconnaissance (ISR) Mission Planning Cell (MPC) program to work out of Beale Air
Force Base, California, with potential travel to other continental United States (CONUS) or
overseas (OCONUS) locations as directed by the 99th Reconnaissance Squadron Commander (99
RS/CC).

The U2 ISR MPC Mission Planner shall provide analytical, advisory, technical expertise and
analysis to U-2 MPC and 99 RS activities. Contractors fulfilling U-2 Mission Planner task
requirements will be expected to conduct 24/7/365 'full-scope' mission planning.

MPC defines 'full-scope' as all planning and coordination elements required to execute a U-2 mission, including, but
not limited to aircraft performance, navigation, and routing; sensor & mission systems; target
development; weather; airspace & diplomatic clearances; intelligence & threat mitigation;
communication systems; maintenance status & aircraft files; and operational/aircrew products.
Contractor shall be familiar with, and will adhere to published guidance, directives, and instructions
relating to the planning and execution of operational, training, test, and exercise sorties. These
instructions include, but are not limited to DoD/USAF Instructions, Concepts of Operation
(CONOPS), Theater Special Instructions (SPINS), Baseline and Daily Reconnaissance Surveillance
and Target Acquisition (RSTA) Annexes, Air Tasking Orders (ATOs), Airspace Control Orders
(ACOs), Order of Battle (OB), MWS and sensor technical orders, tactical guidance/directives, and
national & international flight/navigation regulations. Contractors will assist in the development and
operation of the 99 RS Mission Planning Cell (MPC). Contractors will attend MPC-specific training
upon employment. Contractors fulfilling Mission Planner Task Requirements will be responsible for
24/7/365 production and delivery of all required planning products in support of global U-2 missions.

What You Will Do

• Perform shift work in support of 24/7/365 MPC operations.
• When planning, ensure all electronic technical data, regulations, and instructions are current on all electronic systems and physical storage locations.
• Provide analytical, advisory, and technical support to 99 RS/CC.
• Assist MPC project management efforts as directed by the 99 RS/CC to improve MPC integration into the ISR value chain as well as national command, combat, and communication architectures.
• Assist in the development and integration of the MPC program into new and existing Air Force guidance. These include, but are not limited to: AFTTPs, CONOPS, AFIs, MWS-specific guidance, training curricular, etc.
• Analyze and evaluate MPC mission planning software, software tools, and associated support systems to recommend changes and upgrades to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
• Identify, communicate, and resolve/recommend solutions to known and/or technical deficiencies.
• Research, identify, and/or innovate technologies, processes, and/or procedures for implementation in U-2 mission planning and/or mission execution operations.
• Identify, communicate, and implement methods, processes, and technologies to integrate and optimize the U-2 MWS in the prosecution of the Global Force Master Allocation Plan (GFMAP).
• Identify, communicate, and implement methods, processes, and technologies to optimize Air
• Operations Center (AOC), Distributed Common Ground Station (DCGS), and IC integration and optimization.
• Attend meetings as directed by the 99 RS/CC.
• Represent 99 RS at working groups as a recognized subject matter expert (SME) on tactics, techniques, procedures, technologies, and capabilities as they relate to the MPC.
• Maintain NIPR, SIPR, and JWICS accounts.
• Provide, at the direction of the 99 RS/CC, training regarding MPC tactics, techniques, procedures, technologies, and capabilities.
• Provide input to 99 RS/CC relating to accomplishments and challenges in performance of required tasks/subtasks.
• Assist in the development of MPC Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs).
• Deliver accurate, on-time, pre-mission plans in accordance with contracts established in SPINS,
• CONOPS, as well as written agreements between the MPC external actors/agencies within the ISR value chain.
• Strictly adhere to published guidance including DoD/USAF Instructions, Concepts of Operation (CONOPS), Theater Special Instructions (SPINS), Baseline and Daily Reconnaissance Surveillance and Target Acquisition (RSTA) Annexes, Air Tasking Orders (ATOs), Airspace Control Orders (ACOs), Order of Battle (OB), MWS and sensor technical orders, tactical guidance/directives, national & international flight/navigation regulations, and other guidance.

What We Are Looking For

• 6 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 4 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years relevant experience.
• Must possess an active TS/SCI clearance.
• Maintain a current passport throughout the Period of Performance for this TO.
• Obtain all entry/exit visas for countries as required for work performance.
• Pass a standard physical examination that includes, at a minimum, medical history, height, weight, blood pressure, HIV antibody, and chest x-ray.
• Be physically capable of performing tasks outlined in Duties and Responsibilities Section above.
• Have all required immunizations prior to OCONUS travel.
• Able and willing to work in a demanding, high-stress environment.
• Experience in one of the following areas: DoD Aircrew, Private/Corporate/Commercial/Law Enforcement Aircrew, Air Traffic Control, Commercial Flight Planning, Mission Planning, and/or other relevant experience. Significant Sensor Planner experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Security:

• US Citizenship required.
• The selected applicant will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• All candidates will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and drug screening per HII requirements.
• Must have and maintain a Top Secret and NATO Secret clearance and be eligible for SCI access.
• Must maintain eligibility for SAP/ACCM access.

Preferred: Bonus Points For...

• Previously qualified MPC Mission Planner.
• B.A. or B.S. degree or higher.
• Graduate of USAF Weapons School or comparably competitive program.
• Experience as a Rated Evaluator, Instructor, or comparable flight experience.
• Significant (1,000+ total flight hours) rated aviation or comparable flight experience.
• Experience with USAF airborne ISR programs.
• Experience with the following planning software: Omniview, Enterprise Collection Planner, Joint Mission Planning System, Common Sensor Planner, AFMSS, and/or Combat Flight Planning Software.
• Operational Experience in flight planning, sensor planning, Extended Tether Program (ETP) planning, Air Operations Center operations, development of plans & requirements, ISR infrastructure, Command & Control schema, intelligence, and Multi-Domain Command & Control ('MDC2 ') theory of operation.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with web-based flight planning (i.e. , etc.).
• Sensor Planner / Nav background.

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Physical Requirements

Job performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment.

Why HII
We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
Today's challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It's why we're focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees.

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