Astrion
Combat Search & Rescue Pilot – Mission Systems Test & Evaluation
Astrion, Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, United States
Combat Search & Rescue Pilot – Mission Systems Test & Evaluation
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Astrion Overview Combat Search & Rescue Pilot - Mission Systems Test & Evaluation LOCATION:
Eglin AFB, FL JOB STATUS:
Full-Time CLEARANCE:
Active Secret, Ability to Obtain and Maintain Top Secret Clearance CERTIFICATION:
N/A TRAVEL:
10-20%
Have you flown the HH-60 Pave Hawk (or other USAF CSAR helicopters) and wondered what happens behind the scenes with the software crews rely on? Astrion is looking for a former
Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR) helicopter pilot or aircrew member
who wants to use their operational experience to shape the next generation of mission planning software.
This isn’t a coding role — it’s about
flying, testing, and validating new software in a developmental environment
so we can catch issues before they ever reach the operational squadrons. You’ll serve as the bridge between the
operators
and the
engineers , ensuring mission planning tools are reliable, intuitive, and combat-ready.
What You’ll Do Fly/test CSAR helicopters with new developmental mission planning software. Identify software issues and ensure fixes before operational fielding. Provide mission planning expertise to software developers and program managers. Support design reviews, qualification tests, and evaluations (CONUS/OCONUS travel 10-20%). You’re a Fit If You
Have USAF helicopter/CSAR aircrew experience (HH-60 Pave Hawk strongly preferred). Understand mission planning procedures and the realities of combat rescue ops. Have moved into program management, acquisitions, training, or related work but still want to stay hands-on with the mission. Hold an active Secret clearance (TS eligible). Master's degree and 10 years or more of relevant experience. Additional experience may be substituted for education in order to meet requirements. Bonus Points For
Familiarity with the Joint Mission Planning System (JMPS). Experience in software test/evaluation or acquisition processes. Strong communication skills (briefings, presentations, reports). Astrion is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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Combat Search & Rescue Pilot – Mission Systems Test & Evaluation
role at
Astrion Overview Combat Search & Rescue Pilot - Mission Systems Test & Evaluation LOCATION:
Eglin AFB, FL JOB STATUS:
Full-Time CLEARANCE:
Active Secret, Ability to Obtain and Maintain Top Secret Clearance CERTIFICATION:
N/A TRAVEL:
10-20%
Have you flown the HH-60 Pave Hawk (or other USAF CSAR helicopters) and wondered what happens behind the scenes with the software crews rely on? Astrion is looking for a former
Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR) helicopter pilot or aircrew member
who wants to use their operational experience to shape the next generation of mission planning software.
This isn’t a coding role — it’s about
flying, testing, and validating new software in a developmental environment
so we can catch issues before they ever reach the operational squadrons. You’ll serve as the bridge between the
operators
and the
engineers , ensuring mission planning tools are reliable, intuitive, and combat-ready.
What You’ll Do Fly/test CSAR helicopters with new developmental mission planning software. Identify software issues and ensure fixes before operational fielding. Provide mission planning expertise to software developers and program managers. Support design reviews, qualification tests, and evaluations (CONUS/OCONUS travel 10-20%). You’re a Fit If You
Have USAF helicopter/CSAR aircrew experience (HH-60 Pave Hawk strongly preferred). Understand mission planning procedures and the realities of combat rescue ops. Have moved into program management, acquisitions, training, or related work but still want to stay hands-on with the mission. Hold an active Secret clearance (TS eligible). Master's degree and 10 years or more of relevant experience. Additional experience may be substituted for education in order to meet requirements. Bonus Points For
Familiarity with the Joint Mission Planning System (JMPS). Experience in software test/evaluation or acquisition processes. Strong communication skills (briefings, presentations, reports). Astrion is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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