Mission Technologies, a division of HII · 15 hours ago
F‑16 COMS Technician / COMS Lead - 26658
Fallon, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$92K/yr - $125K/yr
2+ years expMission Technologies, a division of HII, is seeking skilled Contractor Operations and Maintenance Support (COMS) professionals to support F‑16 Mission Tactics Trainer simulators for the U.S. Air National Guard. These roles ensure the readiness, reliability, and performance of advanced flight simulation systems used to prepare aircrew for real‑world missions.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Operate and maintain F‑16 MTT simulator systems in accordance with technical manuals and training requirements
Support Distributed Mission Operations (DMO), including setup, power cycles, readiness testing, and initialization
Diagnose and resolve system issues during training events and daily operations
Implement hardware and software updates, patches, and modifications
Conduct operability tests and perform repairs on computers and associated equipment
Provide networking and information systems support for training devices
Maintain strict adherence to safety, security, and base procedures
Track and update configuration status of training systems
Prepare technical documentation, logs, and reports
Support compliance with DoD, cybersecurity, and site‑specific requirements
Apply advanced technical knowledge to troubleshoot system and network issues
Interpret schematics, technical drawings, and operating system documentation
Support daily operations and training events with minimal supervision
Collaborate with team members to maintain system readiness
Provide daily leadership, oversight, and task direction to COMS personnel
Manage schedules, workload distribution, and performance expectations
Support hiring, onboarding, and training of new team members
Ensure simulator systems meet operational readiness standards and customer requirements
Promote safety, compliance, and knowledge‑sharing across the team
Serve as primary technical point of contact for escalated issues
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree + 2 years relevant experience
Master's degree (no experience required)
High school diploma/equivalent + 6 years relevant experience
Ability to interpret schematics, safety rules, and technical manuals
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe products
Ability to manage competing priorities and work collaboratively
Must obtain DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification prior to start
Active DoD Secret clearance
Bachelor's degree + 5 years relevant experience
Master's degree + 3 years relevant experience
PhD/JD (no experience required)
High school diploma/equivalent + 9 years relevant experience
Strong ability to interpret schematics, safety rules, and technical manuals
Advanced troubleshooting skills and experience with diagnostic tools
Solid understanding of aircraft systems and simulation technology
Excellent communication and technical writing skills
Must obtain DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification prior to start
Active DoD Secret clearance
Lift up to 40 pounds overhead
Climb into simulators or aircraft cockpits
Stooping, bending, and crawling for device access
Detect environmental cues (sounds, odors) for troubleshooting
Distinguish colors for system diagnostics
Preferred
Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II or higher (Security+, CCNA Security, GSEC, etc.)
Experience with F‑16 Aircrew or Maintenance Training Systems
Prior support of Special Access Program (SAP) efforts
Experience supporting DMO environments
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
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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