Lead UH-60 Pilot Subject Matter Expert-Level 3
Job Summary
The H-60 Subject Matter Expert (SME) will support the cradle-to-grave design, build, integration, and testing for all H-60 programs within AVT. This role is responsible for the correct fit, form, and function of simulated H-60 pilot cockpits, to include all embedded systems and accessories. This role requires proactive and current technical oversight, leadership, and guidance to a team of Engineers (system, mechanical, software, cyber, and hardware) throughout the design and development life cycle.
For this particular role, the SME should have an understanding of flight simulation systems and architectures and their application to simulate or stimulate software and hardware to best replicate flight in training devices and courseware. The prospective SME should be able to lead a team through technology discussions to support the simulation of all aspects of pilot utilization of aircraft and flight planning. Weapon systems, fuel, hydraulics, electrical, engine, transmission, emergency procedures (lights, sounds, reactions, “feel”, timing), flight dynamics in all altitudes and weather, SAR, communications/radios systems, VR Forces, AARs, Navigation, external loads, fire-fighting, and basic maneuvers and some TTPs are examples of your impending inputs to the design teams. Your first leadership role will be to head the design through delivery of a H-60 Lima (VL60) FTD to a foreign customer. The ability to maintain a security clearance, interact with external and international customers, along with international travel (in excess of 2-weeks in duration per trip), is require for this role. Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, agile environment and be able to balance multiple priorities and deadlines.
Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks
- Analyzes requirements and apply professional background to support the design and technical solutions.
- Support the team to produce specifications, design documents, and system diagrams which better define the components, interfaces, and behaviors (flight dynamics, EPs, CAIs, etc).
- Support technical discussions, writing and presenting power points and proposals, and providing recommendations to senior management and other stakeholders. This includes being part of the externally facing team to clients and interacting on the Program’s behalf to Partner and/or international helicopter pilots and aircrews during design meetings, testing, and delivery.
- Provides guidance and aircraft characteristics leadership to development teams during the implementation phase, ensuring adherence to applicable H60 manuals and flight procedures, as well as advising how the aircraft reacts to inputs and EPs.
- Reviews existing systems and applications to identify opportunities for improvement, concurrency to real-world deployed forces, and modernization.
- Researches and evaluates emerging technologies and trends to identify their potential impact on existing and future solution designs.
- Provides input to the Project Manager regarding technical decisions and risks.
- Works in a fast-paced development environment with the ability to handle multiple competing tasks and demands simultaneously.
- Works as a member of a project team.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for the job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications
- 5+ years in H60 Lima or Mike TMS.
- 1000+ hours in TMS preferred.
- Instructor billet and qualification preferred.
- Flight simulation experience preferred.
Essential Mental Requirements
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills for documentation, intra-team, and interdisciplinary communication.
- Able to focus on multiple projects at once.
- Organized and detail oriented.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documentation.
- Ability to analyze problems using scientific and logical thinking.
- Ability to operate in a high-paced work environment.
Essential Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 10 pounds.
Equipment/Software/Tools Used
- Computer, phone, and photocopiers
- Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
Other
- Must have an active Secret clearance or be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance.
- Candidate must have or be able to obtain a U.S. passport.
- Foreign travel with the team is required (Europe, South America, Asia); at times this travel may last more than 2 weeks.
Our Heritage:
Founded in 1998 by an engineer, AVT Simulation is an Orlando-based, end-to-end systems integration and full-service modeling and simulation small business. Since our beginning, AVT's highly specialized staff of engineers has included some of the top leaders in the simulation industry. With an average of over 20 years of simulation experience, our dedicated staff provides specialized solutions for customers requiring on point solutions to complex problems.
AVT has always been a company that strives to make a positive difference in the lives we touch. These lives include our employees and their families, our partner companies and their employees, and ultimately the warfighters receiving our products and services. Our core values are so very important to us as a company. They guide us towards success. They make us a great company to work for and a strong partner to work with.
- People First
- Mission Excellence
- Do the Right Thing
- Commitment
People First is our first and most important core value because we firmly believe the success of AVT is directly related to supporting our employees. We have a lot of fun (with regular employee events and engagements), while still working hard to accomplish our mission of serving our military and the warfighter.
We’re looking for candidates that embody these core values, know how to have fun while working hard, and think they would thrive in an environment like ours. If you’re a self-motivated individual, then come join AVT. Come make your difference.
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