F/A-18 Flight Simulator Operator at Valiant Integrated Services

Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Simulator Operation, Mission Success, Training Preparation, Scenario Development, Communication, A/A Intercepts, A/G Strike Missions, Professional Appearance, Mental Alertness, Written Instructions, Verbal Instructions, Computer Applications, Software, Microsoft Office, Aviation Simulators, Operator Certification

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Join Our Dynamic Team as an F/A-18 Flight Simulator Operator! Are you ambitious with a passion for taking ownership and driving success? We're seeking a dedicated Simulator Operator to join our team. In this pivotal role, you'll have the opportunity to play a key part in supporting our F/A-18 Warfighters. This is a part-time position, Monday-Friday, with excellent pay and benefits! Flight simulator Operator performs the functions required for mission success on the F/A-18 training devices. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES: * Perform the initial start-up and preparation of the flight simulator for daily training. * Install the initial conditions for the training event as published on the training schedule for each event. * Responsible for the operation and control of the trainers throughout the scheduled training event/schedule and able to respond to Instructor direction with regard to scenario development. * Any fully trained Operator may be utilized for multi-ship missions. * Trainer operators shall be responsible for communicating with blue forces as they move into, onto and around red Forces during simulated training scenarios involving air-to-air (A/A) intercepts and air-to-ground (A/G) strike mission. * Ability to deviate at the direction of the instructor in loading initial conditions that are different than those published on the daily training schedule. * Work closely with the instructor to enhance training effectiveness, by enabling the instructor to maximize their student/event interaction rather than manipulating the training device. * Perform other tasks as assigned by site manager, assistant site manager or lead computer operator. * Other duties as assigned. Qualifications CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: The Computer Operator will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility to receive and maintain a SECRET Security Clearance. Active Secret preferred. QUALIFICATIONS: * Operator shall demonstrate competence through satisfactory, progressive performance as a simulator operator. * 12 months experience with computer applications and/or software, or possess Microsoft Office/Computer Certification, or a minimum of three (3) months experience working with aviation simulators. * All simulator operator personnel must successfully complete an annual Operators certification covering operation administered by their Site Manager or his/her designee. * Possess the ability to obtain a US passport. * Must always present a professional appearance and demeanor. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: * Requires mental alertness and ability to follow written and verbal instructions given in English. * Physical ability to walk, stand, and/or sit for extended periods of time, and to climb two flights of stairs is required. Valiant Integrated Services is an employer who hires in accordance with applicable state and federal law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in compliance with those laws.

Responsibilities

The F/A-18 Flight Simulator Operator is responsible for the start-up and preparation of the flight simulator for training, as well as operating and controlling the trainers during scheduled training events. They must communicate effectively with instructors and adapt training conditions as needed.