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5th Generation Subject Matter Expert

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Orange, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/20/2026
Job Title
5th Generation Subject Matter Expert
Location
Orange County, CA US (Primary)
Position Summary and Job Responsibilities

BGI is a unique and innovative veteran-owned small business that brings together highly experienced leaders and managers, instructors, operators, training experts, operational subject matter experts (SMEs), software and systems engineers and courseware developers into a mission-oriented environment that fosters teamwork, innovation and reliability with our customers and partners. Since 1994, BGI has grown from a few aviators consulting on training device development into a respected training, engineering and technical services organization. BGI provides a wide array of services that match customer needs with a uniquely qualified team of experts to solve real problems in today’s complex training and operational environments. BGI has established a reputation for excellence in training system products and technical services that adhere to ever-tightening cost and schedule constraints while continually meeting the needs and expectations of the end user. BGI has an extensive history supporting Flight Training, Flight Data Analytics, Conditioned Based Maintenance (CBM) and highly technical Simulation and Training projects. BGI has invested heavily in Internal Research and Development (IR&D) related to data analytics and reporting, “big data” data warehouse capabilities, cloud and hybrid cloud hosting, web-based interfaces and enhanced cybersecurity. BGI’s mature infrastructure of highly effective communication and information technology tools along with ISO 9001:2015 certified quality and management processes keep everyone informed, clearly tasked and aligned with program objectives wherever their work is located.

 

Position Summary

BGI is currently seeking part-time SMEs (F35/F22 preferred) to support activities associated with a Department of War Prime Contractor in the Orange County, Southern California area. SMEs must be experts in fighter tactics, flying operations and mission and vehicle systems. SMEs will use their knowledge of fighter operations, AF/ANG/USN/USMC publications, and aircraft systems to provide consistent, accurate SME input during software/hardware design and testing.

 

Job Responsibilities

 

  • Plan, execute and debrief mission-based testing in support software/hardware design, test and validation.
  • Provide accurate test results during debrief sessions to capture test discrepancies.
  • Review requirements and provide input for new software developments.
  • MUST BE U.S. CITIZEN
Required and/or Preferred Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Must have a minimum of 1000 hours in a multi-role fighter aircraft (F-16, F-15, F/A-18, F-22, F-35).

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 500 hours in a 5th generation aircraft (F-35, F-22).
  • Current and qualified F-35 / F-22 pilot or qualified contract instructor pilot in the last year.
  • USAF Fighter Weapons Instructor Course, Marine Corps Aviation Weapons and Tactics graduate or Navy Top Gun graduate.

Other Requirements:

  • US citizenship.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a USG secret security clearance.
  • Minimum Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university
BGI is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Consistent with applicable law, BGI provides access and opportunities to those with disabilities. This commitment includes providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities who seek to utilize the company's on-line employment process. BGI has made extensive efforts to ensure that its on-line employment process is accessible to individuals with disabilities. However, if an applicant is unable to fully utilize BGI's procedures, BGI will provide a reasonable accommodation. Applicants that require accommodation with the online employment process may contact 330.374.7737 for assistance.
It is the policy of BGI, LLC to take affirmative action in affording equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

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