What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Systems Engineer/Analyst (88 TES CSAR) position at Nova Technologies, an Employee-Owned Engineering Company?
Job Description
Job Description
Senior Systems Engineer / Analyst
Location : Nellis ARB, NV
Clearance : Top Secret
Travel : 20%
Job Description
Summary / Objective
The CSAR T&E Support Senior Systems Engineer / Analyst will provide support and subject matter expertise to the 88th Test and Evaluation Squadron (88 TES), the 418 TES, and Combat Search and Rescue Combined Test Force (CSAR CTF) in the planning, coordination, scheduling, analysis, execution, and reporting of Air Combat Command (ACC) operational test and evaluation programs and for ACC approved developmental test and evaluation programs.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential job functions for this position include :
- Assist in the development and documentation of combat search and rescue operational tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) for both CSAR CTF Divisions (HH-60, and Guardian Angel (GA) weapons systems), and the 418 TES (HC-130 and EC-130H / EA-37B) to include survivor identification, recovery operations, force protection, ground- / airborne- / space-based CSAR support, and CSAR Task Force command and control.
- Provide subject matter expertise while assisting in the implementation and operation of combat search and rescue equipment and systems.
- Draft and coordinate combat rescue related mission area documents (test support plans, briefing slides, lessons learned) for each CSAR CTF Division regarding policy, planning, briefing, and information.
- Assist Test Project Managers in planning, executing, and reporting CSAR operational testing, to include research, test plan preparation, test card preparation, event reports, and test reports for both CSAR CTF Divisions and 418 TES.
- Assist with the development of combat models and simulations for test projects where its use presents cost and schedule savings by reducing the number of operational test events, clarifying test options, or defining weapons and tactics options prior to execution.
- Perform safety observer duties for simulated survivors in field conditions during test and training operations at home station and at TDY locations for both CSAR CTF Divisions and the 418 TES.
- Perform field / ground party support and Drop Zone and Landing Zone Operations for GA parachute, land, and water operations at home station and at TDY drop zone / airfields.
- Assist with Higher Headquarters (HHQ) coordination efforts for testing including attendance at integrated product team planning meetings, conferences, and system demonstrations.
- Provide CSAR subject matter expertise to the ongoing EC-130H / EZ-37B, and HC-130 and combat rescue helicopter planning, testing, and sustainment efforts.
- Operate government owned vehicles as required to meet PWS requirements to include 6 pax trucks, 15 pax vans, ATVs, forklifts, and specialized military off road vehicles. Must receive and maintain training requirements.
- Other duties as assigned.
Competencies
Required skills and abilities to effectively perform this position include, but are not limited to :
Education and Experience
A combination of military operations, systems acquisition, requirements, and operational Support Activities.
Preferred Experience
Supervisory Responsibility
This position may have authority or responsibility for the leadership and supervision of others.
Work Environment, Programs, and Tools
While working in a field environment, this position will frequently be required to sit, talk, listen, use eye acuity, use hands / fingers to grasp or type, must be physically able to walk / hike 800 meters over undulating terrain, climb a standard utility ladder, and lift / carry up to 30 pounds of basic test equipment / survival gear.
This position will also frequently require the individual to use the following tools, equipment, or programs : Computer, Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint applications.
Position Type / Expected Hours of Work
This position will be on site at Nellis AFB, NV and will require adherence to the Government site hours of operation. This position is a full-time salaried exempt position, expected to work at least 80 hours a payroll period. This position may require evening / weekend work and work outside of the Government site hours of operations when Program support is needed. Must be willing and able to work a weekend or night shift if requested.
Travel
Must be able and willing to travel 20% to various locations.
Security Clearance
Must have an active DoD Top Secret Security Clearance.
Other Duties
This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of activities, duties, responsibilities, and standards required of this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
AAP / EEO Statement
Nova Technologies is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status.
