Want to put special operations mission planning experience to work on software crews will actually use? DS2 is hiring an Aviation Mission Planning SME to test our mission planning system the way an operator would, then tell the development team what to change. You will run realistic scenarios, judge usability and operational fit, and recommend how the product should be built and employed in the field. If you have planned missions for USSOCOM, AFSOC, or the 160th SOAR and want that experience to shape the tool, we want to talk.
Who is DS2?
DS2 provides full life-cycle software engineering services to DoW, federal, and commercial clients. We are committed to teamwork, a clear focus on the customer, and a belief that hiring talented individuals is essential to achieving our vision of being "Engineered to Exceed Expectations".
Every day, DS2 teams meet client needs through problem-solving, teamwork, and technology-driven solutions. You can expect to work with committed engineers in an environment were working hard matters and playing hard does too.
Responsibilities — What you'll do:
Advise the software team on usability, workflow, and operational requirements from a special operations aviation perspective.
Design and run test scenarios that mirror real mission planning, crew workflow, and employment.
Test the software the way a former aviator or mission planner would use it, with attention to mission effectiveness and safety.
Recommend how the product should be developed and used in the field, and put those recommendations in writing the team can act on.
Check integration with aircraft avionics and performance under operational conditions.
Work with clients, aviators, and mission planners to gather requirements and feedback.
Prepare clear test observations and reports, and keep test documentation current.
Required Qualifications — We need someone who:
Is a former military aviator or aviation mission planner with operational experience.
Is well versed in special operations mission planning and aircraft systems.
Can test software and turn what they find into practical recommendations for development and field use.
Has a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent combination of education and operational experience.
Can explain operator needs clearly to engineers and follow through with the development team.
Is a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications — Bonus points if you:
Is a former military aviator or aviation mission planner with operational experience supporting US Army, USSOCOM, or a subordinate unit such as AFSOC or the 160th SOAR.
Is well versed in special operations mission planning and aircraft systems.
Can test software and turn what they find into practical recommendations for development and field use.
Has a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent combination of education and operational experience.
Can explain operator needs clearly to engineers and follow through with the development team.
Is a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
Salary Range
$130,000—$160,000 USD
Benefits — What we do for you:
Flexible work hours and hybrid work options
Healthcare, dental, and vision coverage, including STD, LTD, and AD&D
Generous paid time off, floating holidays, and standard holidays
401K savings plan with company-matching contributions up to 4%
Educational and growth opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Student loan repayment
Certification reimbursement + bonuses and Learning Platform Subscriptions
Catered tech talk lunches on topics picked by you and your teammates
Sponsored community and volunteer events, giving back to our community
Monthly office social events; game night, cook outs and office parties
Standard HR Disclaimer:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Niceville, FL
Salary
$130,000–$160,000 Per Year
Skills
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)unmatched
Aviation Industryunmatched
Avionicsunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Follow Throughunmatched
Healthcareunmatched
Militaryunmatched
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Operations Planningunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Requirements Managementunmatched
Security Clearanceunmatched
Software Engineeringunmatched
Student Loansunmatched
T-2 / DS2unmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Test Designunmatched
Test Scenariounmatched
Tuition Reimbursementunmatched
United States Armyunmatched
United States Citizenunmatched
Usability Engineeringunmatched
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