5-7 years of experience as an F/A-18E/F aviator or relevant field with proven tactical expertise.
Active TS/SCI security clearance required.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite and graphic design/video editing software.
Ability to engage effectively with customers and cross-functional teams.
Professional presentation and communication skills.
NATOPS-qualified in the F/A-18E/F with recent fleet experience (preferred).
Graduate of the Navy Fighter Weapons School (TOPGUN) highly desirable.
Responsibilities
Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for F/A-18 courseware content.
Monitor trends in Stan Eval and update course materials accordingly.
Ensure assigned courseware remains current and relevant.
Develop and revise instructional content for designated aircraft.
Coordinate with other SMEs on lesson revisions and updates.
Identify urgent instructional areas needing revision.
Review and incorporate updates from aircraft publications into training materials.
Benefits
Opportunity to work with a dedicated team in aviation instruction.
Engage in high-impact training content development.
Contribute to mission readiness of military aviation operations.
Professional development through collaboration with experienced SMEs and instructional designers.
Work in a role that values technical expertise and innovative teaching methodologies.
Full Job Description
Valiant Integrated Services is seeking an experienced FA-18EF aviator to join our courseware development team as a Revision and Maintenance SME (Full Time) for Strike Fighter Weapons School Atlantic F/A-18 Program. In this role, you'll transform tactical expertise into high-impact training content that drives mission readiness. Join a team dedicated to delivering immersive, precise, and future-ready aviation instruction.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for their aircraft by providing technical content for courseware.
Monitor Stan Eval trends and support revisions in courseware.
Monitor courseware currency in assigned academic areas of responsibility.
Develop courseware/monitor courseware currency for their assigned aircraft and assigned areas of responsibility.
Provide content input for all lesson revisions for which they are the primary SME.
Coordinate lesson revision input with other I/SMEs.
Identify areas of instruction requiring immediate attention.
Review all aircraft and operations-related publications for updated information to be incorporated into courseware and training materials.
Function as a member of a courseware development team, working directly with Instructional System Designers, Courseware Development Specialists, and Subject Matter Experts, to take input from stakeholders and transform it into fully functioning, immersive online courseware.
Conduct all other duties as directed/assigned in the Statement of Work and/or Contract.
Perform other duties as assigned.
SECURITY CLEARANCE: Active TS/SCI
SALARY RANGE: Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
EXPERIENCE:
Demonstrate proficiency with MS Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel) as well as applicable software used for graphic design and video editing.
Must be able to interface effectively with customers, management, and technical staff.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Must always present a professional appearance.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
NATOPS-qualified aircrew member (Pilot or Electronic Warfare Officer) in the F/A-18E/F aircraft within the past 5 years, with a minimum of one deployed fleet tour and at least 500 flight hours in the F/A-18E/F.
Highly Desirable: Graduate of the Navy Fighter Weapons School (TOPGUN).
Additional Skills: Experience in graphic design and/or visual media is recommended.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Physical requirements may include, but are not limited to, lifting, ascending, and descending stairs, climbing, extended sitting or standing, to various degrees.
Requires mental alertness and acute concentration for long periods of time during training scenarios.
