Mission Operations Controller (SAM1)

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Salt Lake City, UT, USA
In-Office
Expert/Leader
Aerospace
The Role
Controls and coordinates mission assets during military test operations. Conducts testing objectives, operates and monitors computer terminals and displays, directs systems and personnel, maintains positive control of aircraft and other assets, interfaces with project directors and customers, and supports scheduling and administrative requirements. Works in demanding test environments with extended duty days, shift work, overnight stays, weekends, and possible travel.
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Job Summary & Responsibilities

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepare our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.

JOB SUMMARY -- ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

The Mission Operations Controller provides control, coordination, and direction to personnel operating system assets involved in mission activity. The incumbent performs complex assignments with widely varying duties including the complete cycle of testing parameters as related to primary assignment, determining cause and effect relationships, reaching conclusions, and recommending solutions. The incumbent performs with the ability to conduct a variety of tests under stressful conditions, in a constantly changing test environment.

Employee will be responsible to perform the following functions/duties:

  • Conduct testing objectives with project director using applicable systems for each test
  • Setup, operate, and monitor computer terminals and CRT video displays to ensure integrity of processed data
  • Provide positive control of assets during assigned missions, both close control as wells as tactical control
  • Conduct test from a command post and direct systems as necessary to satisfy test objectives
  • Interface directly with project director and customer to ensure test objectives are met with the scheduled systems
  • Provide assistance with scheduling and administrative requirements
  • Use established policies and procedures and subject matter knowledge to complete assignments of considerable complexity that vary in nature and sequence
  • Provide work direction to subordinate work unit personnel
  • Perform related work as required.

REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE

The incumbent should be a high school graduate or equivalent, graduate of a military Air Intercept Control school or Air Weapons Control school and have 6 - 10 years of experience controlling aircraft using close and tactical control. This position requires 8 - 12 years of experience with electronic systems, radars, communications/video systems, and knowledge of their operational characteristics. The incumbent must have in-depth knowledge and familiarity with testing procedures and experienced in directing the use of test assets and personnel to fulfill mission goals in an ambitious testing environment.

In addition, a Mission Operations Controller must also possess the following qualifications:

  • Incumbent must be familiar with testing procedures and experienced in directing the use of test assets and personnel to fulfill mission goals in an ambitious testing environment
  • Must have good verbal and written communication skills and be experienced in the use of computer terminals
  • Must be able to work duty days in excess of eight hours, shift work, overnight stays, and weekend work to meet required schedule demands
  • Must have working knowledge of word processing and integrated software applications
  • May be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
  • Must possess a valid, state-issued driver's license

BENEFITS

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
    • Benefits Active on Day 1
  • Life Insurance
  • Health Savings Accounts/FSA’s
  • Disability Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match
    • JT4 will match 50%, up to an 8% contribution
    • 100% Immediate Vesting
  • Tuition Reimbursement

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is primarily sedentary in an office and operations center environment; however, some walking, stooping, bending, climbing stairs, stretching, and lifting up to 40 pounds may be required. The incumbent must have good visual acuity and the ability to discern all colors of the spectrum.

This position may require travel.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of persons so classified.

Tasking is in support of a Federal Government Contract the requires U.S. citizenship. Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver's license, or other licenses/certifications, and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license, or certification may affect an employee's ability to maintain employments.

SCC: JOM68; A3UTTR

Skills Required

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Graduate of a military Air Intercept Control school or Air Weapons Control school
  • 6–10 years of experience controlling aircraft using close and tactical control
  • 8–12 years of experience with electronic systems, radars, communications/video systems, and their operational characteristics
  • In-depth knowledge of testing procedures and experience directing test assets and personnel
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience using computer terminals
  • Ability to work extended duty days, shifts, overnight stays, and weekends
  • Working knowledge of word processing and integrated software applications
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance if required
  • Valid state-issued driver's license
  • U.S. citizenship

JT4 Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about JT4 and has not been reviewed or approved by JT4.

  • Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan choices (including an HDHP with HSA), plus dental with orthodontia, vision, wellness programs, and FSAs/HSAs expand total rewards beyond base pay. Coverage breadth is emphasized as a compensation strength alongside stability.
  • Affordable Benefits — Low- or zero-premium options are advertised, increasing the value of total compensation when insurance costs are factored in. Affordability is highlighted together with education assistance as part of the package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Posted allowances include 3–5 weeks of paid leave by tenure, 80 hours of paid holidays, and 7 sick days for hourly roles. Generous stated PTO and holidays can materially enhance overall compensation value.

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The Company
HQ: Las Vegas, NV
1,189 Employees
Year Founded: 2001

What We Do

JT4 provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. Ranges supported by JT4 include the Nevada Test and Training Range (NTTR), the Space Test and Training Range (STTR) at Schriever Air Force Base, the Utah Test and Training Range (UTTR), the Air Force Test Center 412th Test Wing (412TW) at Edwards Air Force Base, and the Navy China Lake Ranges (CLR) including Pt. Mugu, California.

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