Senior Aviation Operations Advisor guiding Host Nation aviation, safety, training, and UAS integration. Supporting AAR's WASS program for U.S. Department of State aviation missions worldwide.
Responsibilities
Serve as the principal aviation operations advisor to designated Host Nation aviation organizations
Advise Host Nation leadership on aviation operations, safety programs, aircrew training, mission planning, risk management, and operational readiness
Provide subject matter expertise in manned and unmanned aircraft operations supporting law enforcement, border security, surveillance, reconnaissance, aerial interdiction, disaster response, and public safety missions
Assist in developing operational policies, procedures, training programs, and standard operating procedures
Conduct operational assessments of aviation capabilities, aircraft utilization, mission performance, and operational effectiveness
Support development of aviation training plans for pilots, aircrew members, mission operators, and unmanned aircraft operators
Advise on aircrew standardization, flight evaluations, instructor development, proficiency programs, and compliance with approved operational procedures
Assist with mission planning, operational coordination, air mission scheduling, risk assessment, threat mitigation, and aviation risk management
Advise on integration of intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities into mission planning and post-mission assessments
Promote after-action reviews and lessons-learned processes
Assess aviation capabilities and recommend capacity-building plans, training priorities, equipment requirements, and milestones
Coordinate with maintenance, logistics, training, and operations personnel
Provide guidance on integrating unmanned aircraft systems into existing aviation operations
Support aviation safety management programs and accident prevention initiatives
Develop and monitor aviation KPIs, operational readiness measures, and ROI reporting
Prepare briefings, reports, assessments, and recommendations for Host Nation leadership, U.S. Embassy representatives, and WASS program management
Maintain liaison with U.S. Government representatives, Host Nation officials, and aviation stakeholders
Facilitate interagency coordination among Host Nation aviation organizations, U.S. Embassy personnel, INLACBA representatives, and other authorized stakeholders
Assist in evaluating future aviation capability requirements and strategic planning initiatives
Ensure advisory activities comply with contract requirements, U.S. Government guidance, and Host Nation regulations
Support inspections, assessments, audits, and aviation program reviews
Travel throughout the assigned country and region
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Aviation Management, Aviation Operations, Aeronautical Science, Business Management, Public Administration, or related field or equivalent military or professional experience
Minimum of 12 years of progressively responsible aviation experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in aviation management, aviation operations leadership, aviation training, or aviation advisory roles
Rated pilot with FAA Commercial, ATP, Military Aviator equivalent, or Rotary Wing Airman certification
Minimum 1,500 hours total flight time
Minimum 1,000 hours Pilot-in-Command time
Experience conducting aviation operations in austere, expeditionary, remote, or hazardous operating environments, both CONUS and OCONUS
Demonstrated experience planning, managing, or supervising fixed-wing, rotary-wing, or mixed-fleet aviation operations
Demonstrated understanding of unmanned aircraft systems operations and integration into public safety, security, law enforcement, or military missions
Strong English speaking and written communication skills
Spanish language proficiency L-2-R-2 minimum required; L-3-R-3 preferred
Experience developing aviation policies, operational procedures, or training programs
Strong briefing, presentation, mentorship, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to work effectively with senior government officials and multinational stakeholders
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of State Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT) security clearance
Preferred: experience advising foreign government, military, police, or public safety aviation organizations
Preferred: experience supporting U.S. Department of State, INLA, Department of Defense, DHS, CBP, DEA, or similar aviation programs
Preferred: experience with ISR, border security, counternarcotics, or law enforcement aviation operations
Preferred: experience operating with Night Vision Goggles
Preferred: experience supporting UAS programs employed for surveillance, reconnaissance, or public safety operations
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