Mission Operations Controller (SAM1)
Jt4
Salt Lake City, UT · Posted November 10, 2026
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About the job
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 prepare our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.
JOB SUMMARY -- ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES
The Mission Operations Controller provides control, coordination, and direction to personnel operating system assets involved in mission activity. The incumbent 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. The incumbent performs with the ability to conduct a variety of tests under stressful conditions, in a constantly changing test environment.
Employee will be responsible to perform the following functions/duties:
Conduct testing objectives with project director using applicable systems for each test
Setup, operate, and monitor computer terminals and CRT video displays to ensure integrity of processed data
Provide positive control of assets during assigned missions, both close control as wells as tactical control
Conduct test from a command post and direct systems as necessary to satisfy test objectives
Interface directly with project director and customer to ensure test objectives are met with the scheduled systems
Provide assistance with scheduling and administrative requirements
Use established policies and procedures and subject matter knowledge to complete assignments of considerable complexity that vary in nature and sequence
Provide work direction to subordinate work unit personnel
Perform related work as required.
REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE
The incumbent should be a high school graduate or equivalent, graduate of a military Air Intercept Control school or Air Weapons Control school and have 6 - 10 years of experience controlling aircraft using close and tactical control. This position requires 8 - 12 years of experience with electronic systems, radars, communications/video systems, and knowledge of their operational characteristics. The incumbent must have in-depth knowledge and familiarity 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 Mission Operations Controller must also possess the following qualifications:
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
Must have good verbal and written communication skills and be experienced in the use of computer terminals
Must be able to work duty days in excess of 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
May 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 operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is primarily sedentary in an office and operations center environment; however, some walking, stooping, bending, climbing stairs, stretching, and lifting up to 40 pounds may be required. The incumbent must have good visual acuity and the ability to discern all colors of the spectrum.
This position may require travel.
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of persons so classified.
Tasking is in support of a Federal Government Contract the requires U.S. citizenship. Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver's license, or other licenses/certifications, and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license, or certification may affect an employee's ability to maintain employments.
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