Combined Air Operations Center Liaison Officer

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

Combined Air Operations Center Liaison Officer coordinating aviation programs in USSOUTHCOM. Optimizing ISR operations and ensuring interagency communication at CAOC in Tucson, AZ.

Posted 7/25/2026full-timeTucson • Arizona • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $112,583 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership and communication skills while coordinating aviation programs and interagency operations. Proficient in developing analytical documents and ensuring compliance with security requirements in a fast-paced operational environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Aviation And ISR ExperienceJoint Airborne ISR Tactics, Techniques, And ProceduresFalconView ProficiencyTS/SCI ClearanceOperational Center Support Experience

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Hard Skills

Imagery AnalysisCollection ManagementAll-Source AnalysisMission Schedule PlanningOperational Briefing PreparationAnalytical Document DevelopmentCompliance GuidancePost-Operation Review ConductingCommunication Gap IdentificationCryptologic Equipment Management

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsEffective CommunicationLeadershipFacilitationMediation

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteFalconView

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. CitizenshipValid U.S. PassportTS/SCI Clearance

Industry Keywords

Interagency CooperationOperational Information FlowAirspace Control OrdersAir Tasking OrdersSPINSCombatant Command Entry RequirementsOCONUS Deployment

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate activities and communications among USSOUTHCOM and JIATF South aviation programs, demonstrating strong organizational and communication skills.
Prepare and deliver operational briefings, written reports, mission updates, and stakeholder communications.
Provide strong leadership and maintain situational awareness of strategic objectives, serving as mediator and facilitator among interagency and partner-nation organizations.
Develop high-quality analytical documents, operational papers, and presentations supporting JIATF South and partner agencies.
Ensure compliance with all security requirements; provide guidance and technical expertise to staff as needed.
Serve as the central communication conduit for agency and organizational personnel.
Maintain current contact lists for interagency, international, and organizational representatives.
Facilitate meetings, coordination sessions, and cross-organizational cooperation.
Identify communication gaps and develop solutions to improve operational information flow.
Conduct detailed post-operation reviews and provide recommendations for future mission optimization.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Level 3: 5 years relevant experience with a bachelor's degree; 3 years with a master's; 0 years with PhD or JD; or High School Diploma and 9 years relevant experience.
Level 4: 9 years relevant experience with a bachelor's degree; 7 years with a master's; 4 years with PhD or JD; or High School Diploma and 13 years relevant experience.
Level 5: 15 years relevant experience with a bachelor's degree; 13 years with a master's; 10 years with PhD or JD; or High School Diploma and 19 years relevant experience.
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in Aviation and ISR.
Familiarity with Joint Airborne ISR Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs).
Deep knowledge of IMINT and SIGINT capabilities and TTPs used by modern manned ISR platforms.
Experience planning and managing mission schedules.
Proficiency in FalconView and Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience serving as an ISR/Aviation Liaison Officer between aircrew, operational commands, and interagency partners.
Understanding of SPINS, Airspace Control Orders, and Air Tasking Orders.
Intelligence background in imagery analysis, collection management, or all-source analysis.
Experience supporting operational centers such as CAOCs, including ATO cycle planning and execution.
COMSEC experience including keymat loading and cryptologic equipment management.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must meet Combatant Command entry and access requirements.
Valid U.S. passport with minimum six months validity.
Willingness to deploy OCONUS as needed.
Ability to work irregular hours in a fast-paced operational environment.
Ability to operate effectively in a predominantly military and interagency setting.
Clearance: Must possess and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.

Benefits

Comp & perks

best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
wellness resources
employee assistance programs
Savings Plan Options (401(k))
financial planning tools
life insurance
employee discounts
paid holidays and paid time off
tuition reimbursement
early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships