Senior Air Defense Officer (SADO)

ACT1 Federal
Hurlburt Field, FL
On-site

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for experienced military or defense professionals who lead air defense operations and coordinate with C2 agencies.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with prior experience in AOC SADO roles and theater command coordination
    — “Lead and replicate doctrinal AOC defensive operations and represent the Area Air Defense Commander (AADC) during exercise execution.”
  • Individuals with 3+ years as R/SADC-level team leaders or equivalents
    — “Minimum 3 years as an R/SADC-level team leader or qualifying equivalent, including E-3, NORAD, CRC, service equivalent, or air-to-air aircraft commander/flight lead with defensive counter-air experience.”
  • Candidates with a background in military training and joint exercise execution
    — “Replicate the full scope of defensive team responsibilities when serving as the sole defensive-team SME.”

Things to consider

  • This role requires a TS/SCI clearance, which may be a barrier for some applicants.
    — “Active TS/SCI clearance required.”
  • The position is contingent upon contract award, which introduces uncertainty in employment stability.
    — “THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in managing C2 assets and coordinating with tactical elements like JSTARS and AWACS.
    — “Coordinate with tactical C2 elements such as CRC, AWACS, JSTARS, E-2, TAOC and Aegis/Red Crown to support effective radar, radio and CAP coverage.”
  • Emphasize your familiarity with AADC duties and air defense planning processes.
    — “Understanding of AADC duties and functions in theater warfare and familiarity with AAMDC capabilities and functions.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • successful exercise execution
  • high situational awareness
  • effective coordination
Typical background
3 years as an AOC SADO3 years as an R/SADC-level team leader

Skills & requirements

Required

Air Defense OperationsCommand And ControlCoordinationTeam Leadership

Preferred

Master’s DegreeAffor Or Majcom Staff Experience

About the role

Original posting from ACT1 Federal via Greenhouse

Position Title: Senior Air Defense Officer (SADO)

Location: Hurlburt Field, FL

Category: Contingent

Schedule (FT/PT): Full-Time

Travel Required: 10-20%

Remote Type: Onsite

Clearance required: TS/SCI required

Division: Air and Space

Who is ACT1 Federal? ACT1 Federal LLC is a 100% employee-owned company. We’ve served the Department of Defense (DoD) for nearly thirty years. Our core missions include weapon systems engineering, logistics, space domain expertise, global defense and security, business and financial management for security assistance and major defense articles, as well as military training and arctic security. Join us!

***THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD***

Description:

The Senior Air Defense Officer (SADO) supports the 505th Combat Training Squadron Air Operations Center Replication Cell (AOC RC) by replicating doctrinal AOC defensive operations and serving as the Air and Missile Defense subject matter expert during joint exercises.

Responsibilities:

Lead and replicate doctrinal AOC defensive operations and represent the Area Air Defense Commander (AADC) during exercise execution.

Manage theater command and control assets and theater defensive operations in support of training audience objectives.

Coordinate with Air Battle Managers, Battlefield Coordination Detachment (BCD), Theater Missile Defense Officer (TMDO), air defense artillery liaison, service liaison officers, Space and ISR representatives, and other AOC RC SMEs.

Replicate the full scope of defensive team responsibilities when serving as the sole defensive-team SME.

Recommend changes in air defense status and coordinate theater ballistic missile warning and response.

Maintain communications and coordination with subordinate C2 agencies, including Regional and Sector Air Defense Commanders.

Maintain situational awareness of enemy air and ground threats; assess available fighter and air defense missile assets and coordinate resources.

Coordinate with tactical C2 elements such as CRC, AWACS, JSTARS, E-2, TAOC and Aegis/Red Crown to support effective radar, radio and CAP coverage.

Work with fly-out replication cells and white-force personnel to accurately support training audience requirements and exercise execution.

 Requirements:

Bachelor's degree required; master’s degree preferred.

NAF-level experience required; AFFOR or MAJCOM staff experience desired.

Minimum 3 years as an AOC SADO, SADO mentor, or instructor.

Minimum 3 years as an R/SADC-level team leader or qualifying equivalent, including E-3, NORAD, CRC, service equivalent, or air-to-air aircraft commander/flight lead with defensive counter-air experience.

In-depth understanding of current Integrated Air and Missile Defense doctrine and TTPs.

Understanding of AADC duties and functions in theater warfare and familiarity with AAMDC capabilities and functions.

Understanding of current AOC SADO-team and R/SADC duties and familiarity with CCO, SODO, Dynamic Targeting Cell and subordinate duty-officer functions.

Understanding of Area Air Defense Plan development, including Critical Asset and Defended Asset Lists.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Pro.

Active TS/SCI clearance required.

Benefits:

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

ACT1 Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Company Paid Short-Term Disability

Voluntary Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401K with employer match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Military Leave

Education, Training & Professional Development

Voluntary Accidental Injury/Critical Illness/Hospital Care

Voluntary Pet Insurance, Legal Resources, and Identity Protection

Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a ACT1 Federal or client site facility.

If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local or international law.

Source: ACT1 Federal careers (Greenhouse)

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