At a Glance
- Tasks: Support military training by planning and executing large-scale exercises.
- Company: Join Serco, a leader in defence and military operations.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible work, and comprehensive health benefits.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in military training and operations.
- Qualifications: Experience in command and control with relevant military background.
Serco seeks Command and Control (C2) Operations SME (former Air Battle Manager [ABM], Weapons Director [WD] or Air Intercept Controller [AIC]) for Air Combat Command's Combat Air Forces Distributed Training Center (CAF DTC) at Langley AFB, VA. Daily, the CAF DTC provides world‑class integration training in large force and small team formats to combat units around the globe against cutting‑edge threats in a boundless virtual battlespace.
Responsibilities:
- Support daily training by scheduling, mission planning, creating mission materials, briefing, executing, and debriefing the DTC’s Large Force Exercises (LFEs) and Small Team events.
- Attend CAF exercise planning conferences (e.g., RED FLAG), meetings, and sites to discuss unit training requirements, then help the DTC incorporate those requirements into missions.
- Provide consulting expertise to military and/or defense clients to develop and evaluate military training and doctrine; specialized planning/execution expertise in doctrinal development, scenario development, after‑action review, and data analysis.
Qualifications:
- An active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI and SAP/SAR.
- A Bachelor’s degree with at least 9 years’ experience in command and control, or a Master’s degree with at least 7 years’ experience; or a PhD with at least 4 years’ experience.
- Former Air Battle Manager (ABM), Air Intercept Controller (AIC), or Weapons Director (WD) with experience on E‑3 (AWACS), E‑2, CRC, TAOC, or BMCS.
- In‑depth knowledge of AFTTP 3‑1 employment or other service‑equivalent manuals.
- In‑depth knowledge of ALSSA Brevity and ALSSA Air Control Communication.
- Operationally relevant experience within the past 10 years (simulator experience considered).
- Ability to travel 10% of the time.
Additional Desired Experience and Skills:
- Active DoD Top Secret clearance.
- Graduate of USAF Weapons School (WIC), TOPGUN, Marine Aviation Weapons & Tactics Squadron (MAWTS), Carrier Airborne Early Warning Weapons School (CAEWWS), or Advanced Weapons Director Course (AWD).
- Mission Commander qualification.
- Instructor experience.
- Thorough knowledge of 5th‑generation fighter employment and/or integration.
Pay Transparency:
Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance‑based incentives, and benefits that promote well‑being and work‑life balance. Salary range: [range provided at top of posting]. Eligibility may vary based on contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted.
- 401(k) plan with employer matching.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Life insurance and disability coverage.
- Optional coverages such as pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
- Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
- Employee Assistance Plan.
Equal Opportunity:
Serco is an equal‑opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Operations SME - Langley AFB, VA 1 employer: Serco Group plc
Serco is an exceptional employer for those seeking to make a meaningful impact in the defence sector, particularly at Langley AFB, VA. With a strong commitment to employee well-being, we offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and flexible work arrangements that foster a healthy work-life balance. Our culture promotes continuous growth through professional development opportunities, ensuring that our team members thrive while contributing to world-class military training and operations.