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Senior Tactical Command and Control Operator

JT4
Salt Lake City, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 14 Aug 2026

About the role

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 prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.

JOB DUTIES - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Senior Tactical Command and Control Operator provides control, coordination, and direction to personnel operating system assets involved in mission activity under the direction of unit supervision. Contributes to meeting program objectives and assessing effectiveness in analyzing a variety of unusual and conventional test related problems.  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. Performs with the ability to conduct a variety of tests under stressful conditions, in a constantly changing test environment.

Employee will be responsible for the following functions/duties:

  • Conduct training mission objectives on the UTTR (Utah Test and Training Range) using applicable systems for each mission
  • Set up, operate, and monitor communications networks, LINK terminals, and radar displays to ensure mission success
  • Provide positive control of assets during assigned missions, ensuring safety and training objectives are met
  • Maintain detailed understanding of current USAF systems, capabilities and doctrines in the air-to-air, air refueling and air-to-ground missions, following all applicable Air Force instructions
  • Interface directly with the UTTR supervisor and customer to ensure training objectives are met with the scheduled systems
  • Provide interface directly with project director and customer to ensure test objectives are met with the scheduled systems and flights
  • Aid with scheduling and administrative requirements
  • Obey and relay all safety directives and instructions issued by UTTR Air Traffic Controllers
  • Perform related work as required

REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Should be a high school graduate or equivalent, graduate of a military Air Intercept Control school or Air Weapons Control school and have six (6) to ten (10) years of experience controlling aircraft using close and tactical control. This position requires eight (8) to 12 years of experience with electronic systems, radars, communications/video systems, and knowledge of their operational characteristics. The 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.

In addition, a Senior Tactical Command and Control Operator must also possess the following qualifications:

  • Must be able to possess and maintain a current FAA Class 2 flight physical and be able to pass an annual job skills evaluation per AFI requirements
  • 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 more than 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
  • Will 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

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