nAerial Specialist

We are currently seeking to hire an \nAerial Specialist at our Naval Base Ventura County, \nPoint Mugu, CA facility to provide senior-level Aerial Target O&M, In-Service Engineering, and Life-Cycle Logistics Support to the Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division, Pacific Target and Marine Operations (PTMO) Division. This role requires more than 20 years of military and DoD aviation experience, including expert-level technical knowledge of BQM-177, BQM-34, and BQM-74 aerial target systems, in-service engineering, and depot-level maintenance. \n \n In this capacity, you will serve as a vital technical and logistical liaison between US Government program offices (PMA-208, TPO), fleet operations, and company leadership, with the ability to operate with complete independence and authority within the field. The primary duties of this position typically include (but are not limited to) providing expert, senior-level support in any one of or combination of the following areas: \n \n \n

• BQM-177 Fleet Support Liaison & Site Operations: Function as a primary BQM-177 Fleet Support Liaison, providing technical and logistical coordination between the US Government Integrated Product Teams (IPT), PMA-208, the Technical Program Office (TPO), and company leadership. Assist in standing up, outfitting, and supporting dispersed operating sites (such as NAWCAD Det Norfolk, PMRF, and PMRF Det Okinawa) with critical training, equipment, and technical information.\n
• Travel & Deployment Support: Support TPO travel obligations (including Detachments, Operations, etc.) as requested. Plan, coordinate, and execute Ship Suitability Tests on multiple naval surface platforms (e.g., T-AKE, ESB, LCS) to determine unique logistical and operational launch/recovery requirements of shipboard operations.\n
• Depot-Level Repairs & Maintenance Support: Assist in performing scheduled, unscheduled, intermediate, and depot-level repairs on aerial targets at Fleet Readiness Center Southwest (FRCSW) and other operating sites as requested. Utilize advanced composite and engine-run repair experience to repair air vehicles in-house and optimize fleet readiness.\n
• Engineering Investigations & Technical Support: Support engineering investigations (EI) to determine root cause analyses of failures, utilizing troubleshooting, electrical systems tests, functional tests, and engine runs. Provide expert engineering and technical support to the US Government IPT for new target equipment, including target electrical subsystems, test equipment, and external stores.\n
• Support Equipment Development & Innovation: Spearhead the design, development, testing, and deployment of unique, non-OEM target support equipment and test fixtures (such as stand-alone engine run stands, No-Volts Testers, HI-POT test kits, and Servo-Valve test aids) to simplify vehicle turnaround and improve troubleshooting capabilities.\n
• Technical Bulletins & Directives Incorporation: Support operating sites with the tracking, oversight, and incorporation of factory bulletins, tech memos, Technical Directives (TD), and Engineering Change Proposals (ECP) to ensure that all aircraft and support equipment are kept technically compliant and safe.\n
• JDRS, TPDR & PQDR Management: Oversee and track Technical Publication Deficiency Reports (TPDR) and Product Quality Deficiency Reports (PQDR) using the Joint Deficiency Reporting System (JDRS) to ensure that technical and operational manual deficiencies are accurately corrected.\n
• Manual Source Data & Publication Review: Perform comprehensive reviews, verifications, and validations of manual source data and technical publications for both existing and new aerial target platforms to ensure accuracy, safety, and relevance.\n

• High School Diploma or equivalent.\n
• 20+ years of military and DoD aviation experience, including expert-level technical knowledge of BQM-177, BQM-34, and BQM-74 aerial target systems, in-service engineering, and depot-level maintenance. \n
• Minimum of 20+ years of experience working with aviation logistics.\n
• Expert-level understanding of all Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. \n
• Read and understand schematical drawings. \n
• Technical writing skills to assist in documenting new manufacturing and/or assembling instructions for new designs developed in-house.\n
• Ability to independently plan & support efforts including timelines, possible cost estimates requiring parts and equipment, shipping & travel arrangements and coordination with the end user.\n
• Current Driver's License required; must be able to be insured through company's vehicle insurance policy while driving work/government/rental vehicles during working hours, and for the duration of employment.\n
• U.S. Citizenship required and you must be able to obtain an interim U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance prior to starting and a final Secret clearance within 90 days of hire date and maintain your clearance throughout your employment.\n
• All candidates will be required to pass background screening to include SSN, Driver Record, and Criminal Background Investigation.\n

n Additional duties may include (but not be limited to):\n \n \n

• Training & Documentation Generation: Support the generation of maintenance training documentation, including training plans, system familiarization guides, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).\n
• Maintenance Training & Subordinate Development: Support maintenance and technical training (such as the Advanced Skills Management training system) at operating sites, and assist in developing and training subordinates, fleet support, junior engineers, or replacements as needed.\n
• Warehouse & Inventory Control Support: Assist with TPO warehouse management, including kit/payload inventory control, tracking material issues, material shipping/receiving, and forecasting requirements based on scheduled operations.\n

\n \nWork Conditions:\n \n \n

• Conditions will vary, however, most work performed in enclosed buildings.\n
• Work will include sitting, standing, walking, lifting and reaching.\n
• Must be capable of lifting 50 lbs.\n
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to facilitate manufacturing functions.\n
• Currently 9/80 work schedule (Mon - Thurs 9 hours, alternating Friday off, the other Friday is an 8-hrs. work day).\n
• Moderate mission-related travel.\n

Requirements:\n \nEducation/Experience/Skills:\n \n, * By applying to this posting, you express interest in the position and may be considered for other opportunities within the company that match your skills.\n

• SA-TECH offers flexible work schedules depending on the program, alongside generous PTO benefits.\n
• We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and evaluate all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. We participate in the E-Verify system to verify work authorization in the U.S.\n
• Applicants are encouraged to apply within 5-15 days of posting for optimal consideration.\n
• We prioritize a supportive work environment, professional development, and a healthy work-life balance and our pay and benefits aim to enhance employee well-being. If this culture resonates with you, we invite you to apply. If you're uncertain about your fit, please explore other roles on SA-TECH Careers .\n

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nSystems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is a progressive and well-established Department of Defense (DoD) contractor specializing in Range operations and maintenance (O&M); weapons testing; facilities management; aerial, ground and seaborne targets O&M; technical, logistics and other engineering support; systems integration; electronics and communications maintenance services; and a growing cybersecurity business. We are highly focused and, among other efforts, currently operate a dozen active test and/or training ranges for the Army, Air Force and Navy. Our 36-year heritage is founded on supporting complex and diverse DoD programs and we've developed a standout reputation for providing the highest quality services, superior workmanship and cost-effective results while achieving complete customer satisfaction.