Mission Technologies, a division of HII · 1 day ago
Combat Training Simulator Engineer - 26023
Nellis AFB, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $140K/yr
5+ years expMission Technologies, a division of HII, is seeking a Combat Training Simulator Engineer to provide on-site support for the Joint Simulation Environment at Nellis Air Force Base. The role involves assessing and optimizing the performance and reliability of hardware and software components for advanced synthetic test and training environments.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide on-site support of 31st Combat Training Squadron’s Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) training systems located at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada
Support the JSE engineering team in assessing and optimizing performance and reliability of hardware and software components for advanced synthetic test and training environments within JSE at the JITTC-N
Plan, execute, analyze, and report component and system-level performance and reliability on JSE hardware and software needed to sustain JSE training missions with particular focus on maintaining highest levels effectiveness and reliability standards
Support the JSE engineering team to prioritize and execute validation and verification objectives required for the operational readiness of various combat training simulators and associated mission debrief systems and support equipment
Monitor and analyze simulator system performance and reliability data daily for reports and documentation
Recommend changes and updates on simulators and support equipment as required
Perform required readiness checks on flight simulation equipment and instruments
Conduct and document preventative maintenance tests and checks required for simulator and support equipment
Assist in troubleshooting, repair, and documentation of malfunctions of simulators and support equipment
Assist with installation and check-out of simulator and support equipment modifications
Work from engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions
Apply comprehensive knowledge to help solve complex problems by interpreting technical manuals or similar documents
Support JSE Software-in-the-Loop and Hardware-in-the-Loop integration, maintenance, and tests to optimize overall system performance, stability, and reliability
Support peer reviews of modeling and simulation models, analysis tools, and other software modules as required
Develop test methods and implement simulation software test tools, and other automated test scripts to optimize system
Facilitate rapid resolution of identified issues that impact operations thorough communication with task leads, program management, and other leadership as required
Collaborate daily with Schedulers, Logisticians, System Administrators, Field Technicians/Engineers, and customer engineering and/or program management teams
Generate technical briefings and deliverables to engineering teams, program manager, and government customers as required
Collect, analyze, and report validation and verification data on identified issues to support submission of deficiency reports (DRs) to relevant SMEs to find solutions and future improvements
Qualification
Required
5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience
Strong communication, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills working independently and as part of a technical team
Demonstrated strong work ethic and initiative to troubleshoot, address, and prevent problems on complex tasks and systems
Must have had an Active DOD Top Secret clearance within the last 24 months
Ability to obtain and maintain DoD TS/SCI and relevant SAP/SAR Clearance
Preferred
Experience with collecting, analyzing, and reporting DoD weapon systems operational effectiveness and suitability data is highly desired
Experience with Air Force's 5th Generation mission systems is highly desired
Experience as Flight Test Pilot, Engineer, or Weapons School SME is highly desired
Demonstrated skills and experience with military aviation hardware and software development, integration, testing, and sustainment is highly desired
Experience with Microsoft Office Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other productivity products is highly desired
Knowledge and/or experience with components of JSE or DoD training simulators is desired
Candidates with math, computer science, engineering, operational research, or equivalent technical degree is desired
Benefits
Best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
Wellness resources
Employee assistance programs
Savings Plan Options (401(k))
Financial planning tools
Life insurance
Employee discounts
Paid holidays and paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions
Company
Mission Technologies, a division of HII
HII’s Mission Technologies division develops integrated solutions that enable today’s connected, all-domain force.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Marc Sosa
Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer
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