Subject Matter Expert (Data Development-Tactical Operations and Weapons Specialist) Journeyman

At AMEWAS we dont just support defense- we shape it. For over 40 years weve been a trusted partner of the Department of Defense (DoD) by providing cutting-edge engineering testing and evaluation for U.S. Navy weapons systems.

Our people are the heart of our mission. Across our headquarters in California Maryland and offices in Orlando FL and San Diego CA youll find a diverse and driven team committed to making a real impact for our Nations Warfighters.

If youre ready to grow your skills be challenged by meaningful work and contribute to something biggerthis is where you belong.

Come do work that matters. Join AMEWAS.

The Position:

AMEWAS is seeking a highly motivated and talented Subject Matter Expert (Data Development-Tactical Operations and Weapons Specialist)-Journeyman to support Battlespace Modeling & Simulation. The salary range of this position is $110000.00 - $150000.00 and is commensurate with experience. This position is not eligible for remote work; on-site support is required.

About the location:

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Position Background:

The Modeling & Simulation Enterprise Applications (MSEA) product suite supports modeling and simulation (M&S) environments; trainer systems; test and evaluation (T&E); analysis; live virtual and constructive (LVC); research and development (R&D) activities for DoD agencies and its international partners. All products are government owned developed and managed. The Next Generation Threat System (NGTS) is a continually evolving synthetic environment generator that supports multiple platform/services training testing analysis and research and development.

A typical day as a Subject Matter Expert (Data Development-Tactical Operations and Weapons Specialist)-Journeyman may include:

• Assists a software development team in developing an advanced synthetic training environment to support military pilot training
• Applies tactical knowledge to support the development of entity models
• Performs analysis on a wide range of red and blue force systems
• Works with software programmers to develop and refine simulation presentation of real-world parametric data
• Performs translation of intelligence data into a descriptive and behavioral modeling and simulation language for development and test
• Conducts specific technical duties on NGTS
• Performs threat system analysis and sensor modeling of weapons and their associated platforms electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) systems and various other military systems
• Conducts specific sensor research analysis correlation and assessment to reproduce the sensor as a software model using a suite of NGTS data editing tools
• Participates in software test activities (test procedure creation and test plan development)
• Understands and discusses simulation requirements with the customers and documents/tracks these requirements
• Provides technical input to modelers with regards to fidelity accuracy and intended use
• Acts as liaison with aircrew and program leads

Must-haves:

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• 8 years of relevant work experience
• Tactical military aviation experience in Fighter Attack Patrol Support or Rotary wing platforms
• Basic understanding of EW realm and the Electronic Order of Battle
• Basic understanding of threat system analysis
• Basic understanding of weapon types and basic engagement profiles for Air-to-Air Air-to-Ground and Surface-to-Air models
• Knowledge of sensor employment Tactics Techniques and Procedures (TTPs) in an EW and/or ISR operational or combat environment
• Attention to detail and willingness to receive instructions/lessons learned
• The ability to apply knowledge gained to support the Data Development Teams goal of creating accurate data modeling through continually evolving detailed testing efforts (based on what the end user-Warfighter-would expect)
• The ability to maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance-Holds final Secret eligibility

Desired Skills:

• Experience as an Electronic Warfare Operator Flag Plot Analyst Threat Training SME and/or MPRA Acoustic
• Knowledge of XML files
• Experience with NGTS
• Experience supporting model and simulation efforts
• Experience performing software testing

Skills Crucial to Success at AMEWAS:

Candidates must demonstrate a customer-focused mindset professionalism and discretion while working collaboratively with management and teams to meet objectives. Candidates should be hard-working individuals with strong attention to detail and the ability to foster a positive team-oriented culture.

Physical Environment and Working Conditions:

The physical environment for this position requires the employee to work in an office sitting in a cubicle or at a desk looking at a computer for most of the workday. Work is physically comfortable. The employee has discretion about sitting walking standing etc.

The employee may be required to travel short distances to offices/conference rooms and buildings on site or near the work site. On rare occasions overnight travel may be required.

The employee is required to stand walk and/or move throughout the workday often bending over and lifting items up to approximately 50 lbs.

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Our Excellent Benefits and Perks:

Staying connected to our core values sets us apart from our competition! AMEWAS recognizes and rewards performance dedication and creativity. We are committed to investing in our employees and their future by providing them with competitive compensation creative work teams and the opportunity to grow in their career. We also provide a robust benefits package including:

• Medical dental vision 401(k) Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance
• Paid vacation holiday and sick leave
• Generous tuition and training assistance program
• Relocation assistance
• Sign-on bonuses
• Employee longevity recognition
• Community involvement and outreach
• Team building events
• Recognition program
• Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mobile service discount
• Fitness reimbursement program

AMEWAS is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit employ train compensate and promote without regard to race religion color national origin age sex disability protected veteran status or any other basis protected by applicable federal state or local law.

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AMEWAS participates in E-Verify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.

Please note: AMEWAS does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party staffing agencies recruiters or headhunters.

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