VATS SME (Flight Simulation Trainer 5) - 29496 at HII in Nellis AFB, NV

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Requisition Number: 29496 Required Travel: 0 - 10% Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt Anticipated Salary Range: $128,992.00 - $208,000.00 Security Clearance: Top Secret Level of Experience: Senior 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. To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072 Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities: Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success. Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust. Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work. Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve. Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement. Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose. These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies. Job Description Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is seeking a Flight Simulation Trainer 5 to serve as a Variable Air Threat Simulator (VATS) Fighter Subject Matter Expert (SME) as a member of the Modeling, Simulation, and Training team at the Joint Integrated Test and Training Center – Nellis (JITTC-N), Nellis, AFB, NV. The individual’s primary responsibility would be to operate the VATS simulator from the cockpit and/or console to support of the USAF Weapons School, operational test units, and deployed combat squadrons. The individual may also be tasked to provide subject matter expertise in mission planning, simulator academics, and operating debrief tools. This will require coordination with unit Weapons Officer/Instructor Pilots (IPs) to present realistic air picture to achieve mission training objectives. This role is open to Full-time and Part-time opportunities. Essential Job Responsibilities Operating simulation cockpits and/or console to represent synthetic threat fighter aircraft capabilities and replication. Duties will include, but are not limited to: Operate VATS fighter simulator cockpit controls that include digital cockpit displays, stick & throttle, advanced sensor integration and fusion, as well as multi-aircraft formations and tactical employment. When required, act as Mission Director or Red Czar depending on scenario. Operate the simulator console and debriefing system during and after missions. Provide subject matter expertise regarding threat air tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP) during the planning and execution of JITTC-N operations. Support the development, coordination, and integration of JITTC-N events to maximize training. Orchestrate scenarios and constructive inputs for training events. Create and modify mission-planning materials/academics to ensure participants achieve maximum training. Provide instructor level expertise to help shape tactical training for participants. Report issues related to stimulation software applications and provide basic trouble shooting support. Lead small