[redacted] is seeking a highly qualified Special Operations Advisor to support a large scale 300+ Personnel Rotary Wing Aviation Program in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). The Special Operations Advisor will reside most of the year(s) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and perform as the primary SME concerning the strategic planning and employment of Special Operations Aviation Forces for the RSLFAC contract. This position will be responsible for advising on the development and implementation of aircraft modifications, policies, regulatory guidance, and specialized procedures for development of training, and standardization programs for the RSFLAC in accordance with customer requirements. This position will provide technical expertise to some 7 different aviation locations throughout KSA and frequently liaison with the [redacted] PMO, PM/DPM and high level US and KSA Government Officials to provide logistical solutions for this large scale aviation program. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Duties include, but not limited to: Advise the RSLFAC on training and equipping their Special Operations Forces (SOF) and Special Operations Aviation (SOA) to include force protection capabilities. Advising on the development of the core management, operational processes and tools essential for the RSLFAC SOF and SOA to plan, program and develop operational capability. Assisting as directed in operational management and SOA aircraft sustainment functions. Assisting RSFLAC in building operational relationships with internal and coalition stakeholders initially, at the strategic level, aimed at increasing long term success. Supporting operational integration across RSFLAC necessary for transitioning strategic plans to fully implemented tactical capability. Advising and facilitating as authorized and directed operational partnering and mentoring plans as SOF and SOA capabilities are fielded. As capabilities expand, providing SOF and SOA leadership advice and support in the development of regional and coalition force collaboration. Assisting in the development of future operational capability requirements within the RSFLAC necessary to transition from the strategic planning to tactical implementation. Performing other duties as directed and authorized Requirements Minimum Requirements Knowledge, Skills, Experience 1000 hours of experience as a Pilot/Aircraft Commander while performing duties for operational, ferry, and support flights Prior experience as a Subject Matter Expert on SOF platforms and/or as a Special Operations Aviator Management experience with the procurement, implementation, testing and fielding of multiple and complex weapons systems and/or ammunition Demonstrated, detailed knowledge of maintenance logistics to facilitate aircraft and subsystem life cycle support for SOA platforms. Experience for rapidly procuring, fielding, and supporting SOA aircraft and their complex subsystems through the acquisitions lifecycle process Extensive working background in aviation systems acquisition, flight testing, weapons integration, navigational system integration, Aircraft Survivability Equipment (ASE) integration, SOA training and deployment, and SOA selections and accessions Detailed knowledge of aviation maintenance logistics necessary to facilitate aircraft and subsystem life cycle support Experience with multiple aviation platforms commonly used with SOF & SOA operations working knowledge of automated logistics/ supply support systems Must have prior and successfully demonstrated experience with US DoD Special Operations Aviation. Clearance Current / Active SECRET Education Master’s Degree in engineering or management OR Bachelor Degree and a combination of education and experience on a case by case basis Certification Class II Flight Physical Past or current FAA or FAA equivalent designation as a Pilot/Aircraft Commander Desired Requirements FAA Commercial Instrument License Safety Officer experience is desired. Other Qualifications Must be a US citizen