F/A-18 Flight Simulator Operator

Valiant Integrated Services

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Lemoore, California

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Set up and operate F/A-18 flight simulator consoles to support training missions by inserting flight variables and malfunctions. Coordinate communication between simulated Blue and Red forces during air-to-air and air-to-ground strike scenarios.

Qualifications

You have 12+ months of experience with computer applications or software, or a Microsoft Office/Computer Certification, or 3+ months of experience with aviation simulators. You are able to obtain a US Passport, maintain a valid driver's license, and possess the ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English.

Must Have Skills for ATS

F/A-18

Microsoft Office

Aviation Simulators

Job Description

Valiant is looking for a Computer Operator I to join our team.  This position reports directly to the Lead Operator.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Computer Operator I’s specific job responsibilities included but are not limited to the following:

  • Operators shall set up all trainer requirements associated with training missions; respond within a designated time to instructor, trainee or inspector requirements for trainer operation and control in support of training missions; and be able to utilize full training capability of the device.
  • Operators shall operate each console for insertion of flight variables, mission parameters and trainer malfunctions while exploiting the maximum capability of each tactical system.
  • Trainer operators shall be responsible for communicating with Blue forces as they move into, onto and around Red Forces during simulated training scenarios involving air-to-air (A/A) intercepts and air-to-ground (A/G) strike mission training.
  • Capable of researching and inserting various mission problems and trainee/trainer malfunctions while determining whether trainer response is correct.
  • For unscheduled missions, trainer operators shall respond within five (5) minutes of notification by the instructor or Contracting Officers Representative (COR).
  • Perform janitorial services on assigned spaces as required.
  • Work any shift and weekends as specified by Contract for this site.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • 12+ months experience with computer applications and/or software, “or” possess Microsoft Office/Computer Certification, “or” a minimum of 3+ months experience working with aviation simulators.
  • Possess the ability to obtain a US Passport and must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
  • Requires mental alertness and ability to follow written and verbal instructions given in English.
  • Must present a professional appearance in demeanor and dress at all times.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:  Active Secret

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  

  • Physical ability to walk, stand, and/or sit for extended periods of time, and to climb two (2) flights of stairs is required.
  • Must present a professional appearance in demeanor and dress at all times.

Valiant Integrated Services is an employer who hires in accordance with applicable state and federal law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in compliance with those laws.

Valiant Integrated Services

Valiant empowers the world’s most critical missions by training, equipping, protecting, sustaining, and supporting those who serve. Valiant’s 4,500 employees enable government departments and agencies, global peacekeepers, relief workers, and disaster response teams to complete their missions efficiently and effectively in some of the most complex environments worldwide. Valiant is based in Herndon, Va. and deploys expertise for customers in the areas of Training, Simulation, and Readiness; Engineering and Analysis; Logistics and Sustainment; Mission and Contingency Operations; Operations, Maintenance, and Management; and Program Management. For more information, visit www.onevaliant.com, and follow Valiant on LinkedIn or Facebook.
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