Job DescriptionDescription SAIC is seeking a former military aviator looking to shape the future of air dominance in the Pacific. We are hiring a
Senior Principal Technical Advisor to embed directly within HQ Pacific Air Forces (HQ/PACAF) on Oahu, Hawaii. In this highly influential role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to the Commander, PACAF, steering the transition of cutting-edge Science and Technology (S&T) programs into the Combat Air Force (CAF). This is your opportunity to leverage your tactical aviation experience and staff expertise to field next-generation warfighting capabilities across the Department of the Air Force (DAF).
This position is located in Hawaii and includes up to 15% travel to CONUS/OCONUS locations. Job Responsibilites:- Command Advisor: Directly advise PACAF leadership on advanced technologies, long-term continuity, and future warfighter requirements.
- S&T Transition: Drive the integration of advanced technology programs into operational CAF and DAF portfolios.
- Enterprise Collaboration: Bridge gaps between MAJCOMs, the Air Staff, AF TENCAP, FFRDCs, and Joint organizations to accelerate capability delivery.
- Operational Requirements: Provide critical technical, analytical, and operational oversight to the USAF Requirements Process, specifically focusing on Special Access Program (SAP) portfolios.
- Strategic Roadmap Developer: assist with concept of operations (CONOPS) development, platform integration, and program tradeoff analysis.
Qualifications Required Qualifications:- Active TS/SCI required to start (must be able maintain TS/SCI with polygraph).
- US citizenship.
- Previously rated military Pilot or Weapons System Officer (WSO), or 10+ years of dedicated CAF operational requirements experience.
- Education & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree with 14+ years of military aerospace technology experience; OR
- Master's degree with 12+ years of experience; OR
- PhD with 9+ years of experience.
- At least 3 years of MAJCOM-level staff experience (or sister-service equivalent above Wing level).
- Minimum of 5 years of Special Access Program (SAP) experience.
- Domain Mastery: 10+ years of experience in Air-to-Air weapons, Air-to-Ground weapons, electronic warfare, or electronic countermeasure systems.
Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
Overview SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
