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Patriot Excalibur (PEX) Specialist - 89th AFKS

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Ellsworth Air Force Base, SD, us
Posted
Oct 2, 2019
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Aug 20, 2026

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ProSidian Seeks a Patriot Excalibur (PEX) Specialist - 89th AFKS in CONUS - Ellsworth AFB, South Dakota to support an engagement for a branch of the military that provides strategic deterrence, global strike, and combat support utilizing both manned aircraft and remotely piloted aircraft. The ProSidian Engagement Team Members work to provide Standardization/Evaluation and Patriot Excalibur (PEX) Support Services for the Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) 89th Attack Squadron (ATKS). The key mission of the AFGSC is to produce leaders providing safe, secure, and lethal combat-ready forces for nuclear and conventional global strike. The 89th ATKS is an MQ-9 Reaper Squadron conducting remote split operation out of Ellsworth Air Force Base (AFB) and has been an active remotely piloted aircraft squadron since 2011. The purpose of this contract is to provide flying operations support to the 89th ATKS and the 200 airmen within the unit. Patriot Excalibur (PEX) Specialist - 89th AFKS Candidates shall work to support requirements for Program Support and maintain accountability and control of flight testing materials, including updating data in Patriot Excalibur (PEX) Training Management System (TMS) and Unmanned Aerial System Learning Management System (LMS) or equivalent systems. The ideal PEX Specialist candidate will be expected to have at least five (5) years of United States Air Force aviation experience (pilot, CSO, ABM, etc.) and in-depth knowledge of air Comprehensive Airman Fitness (CAF) training administration, policy, and procedures. The PEX Specialist will [REDACTED]rcrew Standardization/Evaluation Program for the contract team. Responsibilities of the PEX Specialist include, but are not limited to, the following: Interface with Squadron Aviation Resource Management (SARM) personnel to update the Aviation Resource Management System (ARMS) or future equivalent systems to ARMS as required. Review and update temporary and permanent party records, and folders per AFI 11-202V2, Aircrew Standardization/Evaluation Program, and AFI 11-2MQ-9V2, MQ-9 Crew Evaluation Criteria, and associated ACC/Installation supplements and locally-developed guidance. Post and maintain Flight Crew Information Files (FCIFs) and electronic technical orders (T.O.s) as required. Proctor exams - duties include room set up, equipment set up, as applicable, taking attendance, and grading exams. Frequency would be approximately 2-4 exams per week. Notify crew members of upcoming and overdue testing, evaluation, and training requirements via e-mail. Prepare and execute periodic testing schedule. Generate reports/forms as scheduled. #MilitaryJobs #PEXJobs #PEXTMSJobs #UASJobs #AirForceJobs The Patriot Excalibur (PEX) Specialist - 89th AFKS shall have consecutive employment in a position with comparable responsibilities within the past five (5) years, Must be able to use a computer to communicate via email; and proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word/Excel/Power point) and related tools and technology required for the position. Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria. The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined. The PEX Specialist is required to possess the following: A minimum of one year experience working in a DoD flying unit Active Secret Clearance Experience working with unmanned aircraft systems (UAS/UAV) Strong oral communications and writing skills Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Programs Ability to work as part of a team Understanding of air CAF training administration, policy, and procedures Three (3) years Numbered Air Force (NAF) or above staff experience preferred TRAVEL: Travel as coordinated with the technical point of contact and approved in writing by the Contracting Officer in advance, is allowed, in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations. LOCATION: Work shall be conducted at the CONUS - Ellsworth AFB, South Dakota U.S. Citizenship Required Excellent oral and written communication skills Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe) All ProSidian staff must be determined eligible for a “Facility Access Authorization” (also referred to as an “Employment Authorization”) by the USG’s designated Security Office. #MilitaryJobs #PEXJobs #PEXTMSJobs #UASJobs #AirForceJobs As a condition of employment, all employees are required to fulfill all requirements of the roles for which they are employed; establish, manage, pursue, and fulfill annual goals and objectives with at least three (3) Goals for each of the firms Eight Prosidian Global Competencies [1 - Personal Effectiveness | 2 - Continuous Learning | 3 - Leadership | 4 - Client Service | 5 - Business Management | 6 - Business Development | 7 - Technical Expertise | 8 - Innovation & Knowledge Sharing (Thought Leadership)]; and to support all business development and other efforts on behalf of ProSidian Consulting. CORE COMPETENCIES Teamwork – ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader Leadership – ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives Business Acumen – understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people Communication – ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing Motivation – persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions Agility – ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams Judgment – exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications Organization – ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks ----------- ------------ ------------ OTHER REQUIREMENTS Business Tools – understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary. Business Tools – understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary. Commitment - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the biggest challenges across private, public and social sectors Curiosity – the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together Humility – exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work where skills have impact and make a difference Willingness - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroom ------------ ------------ ------------ BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS ProSidian Employee Benefits and Highlights: Your good health and well-being are important to ProSidian Consulting. At ProSidian, we invest in our employees to help them stay healthy and achieve work-life balance. That’s why we are also pleased to offer the Employee Benefits Program, designed to promote your health and personal welfare. Our growing list of benefits currently include the following for Full Time Employees: Competitive Compensation: Pay range begins in the competitive ranges with Group Health Benefits, Pre-tax Employee Benefits, and Performance Incentives. For medical and dental benefits, the Company contributes a fixed dollar amount each month towards the plan you elect. Contributions are deducted on a Pre-tax basis. Group Medical He