Chief Airborne Sensor Operator

at  Metrea Management LLC

POSITION SUMMARY

The Chief Airborne Sensor Operator (CASO) is responsible for establishing policies and procedures for the conduct of all MSA contracts. The position is responsible for the training, standardization, and professional standards of forward deployed Airborne Sensor Operators operating globally. The CASO ensures compliance with assignments to support the operation, maintenance, and effective integration of equipment and facilities to include the operation of all tactical radio/communication equipment, mission computer consoles, recording equipment, and any mission equipment incorporated on the aircraft.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATES

Education: Bachelors degree in Business, Finance, or related field – additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Experience:

• 6+ years of relevant Airborne Sensor Operator experience
• 2+ years of experience leading teams or projects.
• Experience in development and execution of organized training programs.

Certificates and Licenses: Valid Driver’s License

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• Must have ability to operate airborne mission computers and related systems. Must have tactical moving map software knowledge.
• Microsoft Office Suite

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATES

• Previous maritime interdiction experience
• Previous JTAC, TAC(A), or Air Warden experience
• Previous SAR experience
• Previous experience with theater specific SPINs, ROE, and SOPs
• Previous Mode 1 and 3 certifications; additional preference given to active certification.
• Must have a current US Passport

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

• FAA Class II medical certificate required.
• Ability to meet program training and DoD medical examination requirements for deployment, including meeting the CONUS Replacement Center requirements, and ability to maintain deployable status.
• Must be able to accomplish any and all duties with little or no assistance.
• Must have good command of the English language; oral and written.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND COMPETENCY STATEMENTS

• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the function and performance of integrated sensor systems, radios, and other peripheral equipment.
• Manages MSA-ISR sensor operator personnel and payload during all phases of ground and flight operations.
• Responsible for the Airborne Sensor Operation Training program, including:
• Create initial and refresher training curriculum for Airborne Sensor Operators.
• Establish and manage a cadre of Standardization Airborne Sensor Operators who can train and perform check rides.
• Develop evaluation standards for Airborne Sensor Operators and training team.
• Develop computer based/simulator trainer and curriculum for EO/IR optical sensors, LiDAR, communication suites, system trouble-shooting and basic flight crew functions.
• Maintain standardized Airborne Sensor Operator training records.
• Report training status to program management.
• Provide guidance and suggestions on technical matters for the aircraft based on the Metrea Special Aerospace (MSA) Aircrew Training Manual, specific Site and customer Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTP).
• Serve as point of contact between Airborne Sensor Operators and Aircrew, Flight Operations, Maintenance and Engineering, Site Management, and Program Management.
• Help establish, maintain, and implement Standard Operating Procedures that can be used by all locations and responsible for disseminating SOP change reports.
• Ensure compliance with service/program guidance, company policy and procedures (FGOP), and Federal Aviation Administration regulations when applicable.
• Responsible for interfacing with Metrea Engineering to establish procedures for submitting trouble tickets, tracking sensor status reports, performing sensor inventories, and developing check lists and updates SOPs that aligns with configuration changes.
• Identify emerging technologies and trends in sensor technology to inform long-term planning and investment decisions.
• Establish performance metrics and standards for sensor operations and evaluate performance against these benchmarks. Provide feedback and coaching to personnel to enhance their performance and professional development.
• Establish quality assurance processes to ensure the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of sensor data and analysis.
• Provide direct support to the hiring for OCONUS operations and serve as lead for all Sensor Operator hiring, include developing interview questions, conducting interviews, and evaluating / selecting candidates.
• Travel to OCONUS locations for site audits and limited deployment fills.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice