Job Description
JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S
Air Force, Space Force and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II
JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges
JOB SUMMARY
- ESSENTIAL FUNCTION/DUTIES While working within a military tactical monitor and scheduling facility, schedules and monitors flight and ground activities within special use airspace and restricted ground areas as a non-rated technician
Interfaces with multi-governmental agencies and coordinates real time issues to provide successful mission outcomes
This position will require you to work a 24/7 rotating shift schedule, including weekends, holidays, and overnight shifts
• Monitors autonomous and tactical controlled aircraft activities within special use airspace, answering radio calls from entering and exiting aircraft, providing range status information, weather conditions and pertinent data on other aircraft operating in the vicinity using computerized tactical radar and air-to-ground communication systems
Determines and issues boundary, traffic and safety advisories to range users to preserve safety-of-flight and assist aircraft to remain within scheduled airspace
Documents the progress and flight activity of air operations from mission execution to completion using a computerized range scheduling system
Coordinates, validates, and de-conflicts for the safe usage of various air and ground weapons
• Controls access and monitors movement of ground activities within restricted areas using computerized vehicle tracking and land mobile radio systems
Validates authorized range user access and electronically documents ground activities with a computerized database
Ensures ground area integrity and safety during air and ground weapon activities
• De-conflicts range activities aligning them by designated priority and time constraints, ensuring established safety and security parameters are maintained
Oversees maintenance and implementation of various range schedules ensuring correct application of separation standards for simultaneous air-to-air, air-to-ground and ground-to-ground activities
• Uses established policies, procedures and subject matter knowledge to complete assignments of high complexity that vary in nature and sequence
Receives, analyzes, deciphers and takes actions; notifying key personnel and distributes range incident information in a timely manner to various government agencies using a variety of electronic mediums
Coordinates actions during Search and Rescue and other emergency events, ensuring accurate and timely dissemination of information to military and governmental command authorities, and to local emergency response agencies for responsive decision making
• Configures, operates and monitors air-to-ground radios, landline communications networks, computer terminals, informational display equipment, and computerized tactical radar displays in the management of range operations and assurance of range safety integrity
Troubleshoots and corrects computerized radio remote control and tactical radar display software and hardware failures to preserve system sustainability
• When assigned, monitors trainee capabilities and provides daily or weekly feedback, as directed, to the trainer
• Performs other related duties as directed by supervision
• Experience and comprehensive knowledge of air traffic control and range operation procedures, and ability to apply multi-range scheduling procedures
REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL AND WORK EXPERIENCE
A high school diploma, or equivalent, completion of an accredited military air traffic control school or FAA school or program that involves aviation, including Air Traffic Control, Airfield Management, Flight Service or other military aviation or tactical airspace specialties
1+ years of experience in a civilian or military aviation work environment, and 2+ years of experience in military (range) operations are required for this position
In addition, an employee must possess the following qualifications:
• Knowledge of Air Force, DoD, and FAA flight directives
• Detailed knowledge of procedures related to flight handling, routing, airspace structures, and the relationship and coordination required between a special use airspace scheduling component and other components of the air traffic system
• Ability to communicate effectively with pilots in a variety of situations
• Knowledge of ground and airborne support systems
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to practically apply stringent operational safety and security guidelines
• Demonstrated general knowledge of computer operations, communication techniques, and an ability to function in a manpower-intense environment
• General knowledge of the performance characteristics of a wide variety of aircraft
• Good visual acuity and the ability to discern all colors of the spectrum
• Ability to act decisively in emergency situations
• Skill to present essential information to pilots clearly, concisely, and quickly before or during flight
• Planning/organizational skills
• Ability to work under deadlines BENEFITS
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Benefits Active on Day 1
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts/FSA's
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan Options with Employer match
• JT4 will match 50%, up to an 8% contribution
• 100% Immediate Vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is primarily sedentary, performed in an office environment under dim lighting
Some walking, stooping, bending, climbing stairs, stretching, and lifting (up to 25 pounds) is required
Prolonged use of a video display terminal and radio communications requires constant use of sight, speaking, and hearing abilities, and constant mental alertness
DISCLAIMER The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this classification
They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of persons so classified
Tasking is in support of a Federal Government Contract that requires U.S
citizenship
Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver's license, or other licenses/certifications, and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license, or certification may affect an employee's ability to maintain employment
SCC: JOM68; A2NTTR Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled
Job Tags
Holiday work, Contract work, Traineeship, Work experience placement, Local area, Immediate start, Remote job, Shift work, Rotating shift,