Talon Point SME – Mission Assurance 3

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

. Enter new DZ/LZ/AZ/FARP surveys into Talon Point, accurately capturing required data fields, measurements, imagery, and assessments .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeFt. Bragg • North Carolina • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $78,808 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing and interpreting DZ/LZ/AZ/FARP surveys using Talon Point, ensuring accuracy and compliance with mission planning requirements. Proficient in coordinating with field units and survey teams to maintain data integrity and support operational effectiveness.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Talon Point Survey ManagementDZ/LZ/FARP Survey OperationsAirfield AssessmentMission Planning CoordinationTS/SCI Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Survey Data EntryData Accuracy ReviewTechnical Data InterpretationQuality Assurance GuidelinesSafety-of-Flight Considerations

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCommunication SkillsSelf-Motivated

Tools & Technologies

Talon PointATAKTEKJMPSGIS-Based Applications

Industry Keywords

Operational ExperienceSpecial Tactics OperationsEnvironmental FactorsAirspace PlanningMission Planning Compatibility

Tech Stack

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Enter new DZ/LZ/AZ/FARP surveys into Talon Point, accurately capturing required data fields, measurements, imagery, and assessments
Review existing surveys for accuracy, completeness, and safety-of-flight impacts
Identify discrepancies, outdated information, and potential hazards; coordinate corrections with survey teams and mission planners
Enforce survey formatting, naming conventions, and quality assurance guidelines
Provide technical expertise on creating, submitting, and interpreting Talon Point survey products
Liaise with field units to gather updated ground truth information, imagery, and validated survey data
Ensure surveys meet service or command-level requirements and mission-planning compatibility
Manage the Talon Point database, archive outdated surveys, and maintain usability for mission planners and crews
Contribute to training, documentation updates, and survey-entry and review best practices
Troubleshoot system issues, user errors, and data anomalies with program support teams
Support Air Force Special Operations Command and collaborate with aircrew, Special Tactics teams, mission planners, and program managers

Requirements

What you’ll need

5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience
Must be a U.S. citizen with a current DoW TS/SCI security clearance
Operational experience with DZ/LZ/FARP surveys, airfield assessment, mission planning, or special tactics operations
Familiarity with Talon Point or similar survey/mission planning tools (e.g., ATAK/TEK, JMPS, GIS-based applications)
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to identify errors or hazards in technical data
Understanding of safety-of-flight considerations, airspace planning, and environmental/terrain factors that affect air operations
Ability to interpret survey measurements, coordinates, imagery, and obstacle data
Proficiency in communication and coordination with field units, planners, and leadership
Self-motivated and driven desire to succeed with minimal direction
Required travel: 0–10%

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
Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation may be offered for qualified positions
Valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth