What are the responsibilities and job description for the F/A-18 Flight Simulator Operator position at Valiant Integrated Services?
Valiant is looking for a Computer Operator I to join our team. This position reports directly to the Lead Operator.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Computer Operator I’s specific job responsibilities included but are not limited to the following:
- Operators shall set up all trainer requirements associated with training missions; respond within a designated time to instructor, trainee or inspector requirements for trainer operation and control in support of training missions; and be able to utilize full training capability of the device.
- Operators shall operate each console for insertion of flight variables, mission parameters and trainer malfunctions while exploiting the maximum capability of each tactical system.
- 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 training.
- Capable of researching and inserting various mission problems and trainee/trainer malfunctions while determining whether trainer response is correct.
- For unscheduled missions, trainer operators shall respond within five (5) minutes of notification by the instructor or Contracting Officers Representative (COR).
- Perform janitorial services on assigned spaces as required.
- Work any shift and weekends as specified by Contract for this site.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- 12 months experience with computer applications and/or software, “or” possess Microsoft Office/Computer Certification, “or” a minimum of 3 months experience working with aviation simulators.
- Possess the ability to obtain a US Passport and must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
- Requires mental alertness and ability to follow written and verbal instructions given in English.
- Must present a professional appearance in demeanor and dress at all times.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Active Secret
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Physical ability to walk, stand, and/or sit for extended periods of time, and to climb two (2) flights of stairs is required.
- Must present a professional appearance in demeanor and dress at all times.
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.