Contractor Logistics Support Specialist at JHNA in Huntsville, AL, USA

Job description

• Full-time/Permanent Employee
• Location: Huntsville, AL – Redstone Arsenal
• Aether Aerospace is seeking a Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) Specialist to serve as the primary onsite technical authority and operator for the FLRAA MV-75 simulation environment. You will ensure maximum operational readiness of simulation enclaves, tactical host computers, and facility power and HVAC systems. This position will require on-site/in person support at the Redstone Test Center.
• Salary: $90,000- $105,000.00
• There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Simulator Operations: Perform daily system initialization, readiness testing, and visual display calibration. Operate the Instructor Operator Station (IOS) to support military aircrews during training events.
• Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Isolate hardware and software faults down to the Line Replaceable Unit (LRU) level. Coordinate with engineering reach-back teams for complex repairs. May be required to Act as the onsite executor for system modifications by receiving, verifying, and uploading software updates and patches sent from the OEM. Ensure successful installation, conduct operational checks, and confirm functionality within the simulation environment
• VP to FTD Upgrade Support: Assist the Program Office in overseeing the prototype-to-FTD transition. Review OEM-presented upgrades plans, engineering changes, and technical documentation. Support the PO and training team during testing, troubleshooting, and validation events to verify the OEM's upgrades achieve concurrency with actual aircraft configurations.
• Generator Support: Execute scheduled Preventative Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) and monthly load-bank testing on the facility's dedicated military 10K diesel generator.
• Logistics: Conduct physical inventories of Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) and submit required maintenance and discrepancy reports.
• CLS shall conduct the Maintenance onsite using the Program Structure Documents developed by Bell, CAE and TRU Simulation. CLS shall support all Maintenance components documented in Maintenance and Operations Manuals and provided documentation. CLS shall plan to have proper personnel at the facility trained on device architecture and device maintenance theory. CLS team members will be integrated into the FLRAA Program Office team and will be expected to support various activities such as reviewing documentation, conducting procedures, assisting with parts integration into the devices, supporting the tear-down and packing procedures, as well as other various tasks related to the devices.
• VIP Hosting & Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary facility host for distinguished visitors (DVs), external stakeholders, and Program Office personnel. Conduct site tours covering simulator operational basics, facility capabilities, and a general overview of the FLRAA MV-75 Virtual Prototype.

Requirements

• Clearance: Active Secret Clearance
• Certifications: Candidate must possess a CompTIA Security+ CE, or be willing to obtain one within the first 6 months of employment
• Education & Years of Experience: Experience: 5+ years of direct experience in flight simulation maintenance, Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) systems, or tactical systems support.
• Military Equivalency: Previous Aviation Military training highly valued in lieu of a degree
• Technical Skills: Hands-on experience configuring flight simulators, operating an IOS, and performing maintenance/load testing on military diesel tactical generators.

Skills

Preferred

• Previous Aviation Military training