Human Performance Optimization HPO Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Human Performance Optimization (HPO) Specialist

Location: Savannah, Georgia
Company: Cornerstone Signals & Cyber Technologies LLC
Position Type: Full-Time (Contingent Upon Contract Award)
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday (40 hours/week) with occasional weekend support during Air National Guard drill weekends. Telework is not authorized.

Position Overview

Cornerstone Signals & Cyber Technologies LLC is seeking an experienced Human Performance Optimization (HPO) Specialist to support the Georgia Air National Guard's 165th Air Support Operations Squadron (165 ASOS) in Savannah, Georgia. This position is contingent upon contract award.

The HPO Specialist will deliver comprehensive performance optimization, injury prevention, rehabilitation, and strength and conditioning services to Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) personnel. Working as an integrated member of the unit, the successful candidate will develop individualized performance programs that enhance mission readiness, reduce injuries, accelerate recovery, and improve long-term physical resilience.

This position supports the Air National Guard's Preservation of the Force and Family (POTFF) initiative and applies professional sports medicine principles to military tactical athletes.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design and implement individualized strength and conditioning programs tailored to mission requirements. 
• Conduct physical performance assessments, movement screenings, and fitness evaluations. 
• Develop injury prevention strategies and educate personnel on proper training techniques. 
• Evaluate musculoskeletal injuries and develop rehabilitation and return-to-duty programs. 
• Monitor recovery progress and modify treatment plans as needed. 
• Coordinate care with military medical providers and unit leadership. 
• Maintain detailed treatment records and performance documentation. 
• Provide education on nutrition, mobility, recovery, sleep, hydration, and overall human performance. 
• Support physical fitness testing preparation and operational readiness initiatives. 
• Collect, analyze, and report performance metrics to Government leadership. 
• Participate in unit planning meetings and performance reviews. 
• Ensure compliance with all Government policies, safety standards, and documentation requirements. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Masters in Physical Therapy – ideally Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from an accredited institution. 
• Current unrestricted Physical Therapist license in the United States. 
• Current CPR/BLS certification. 
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC). 
• Ability to successfully complete Government background screening required for installation access. 
• Strong knowledge of: 
  • Functional movement assessment 
  • Sports medicine principles 
  • Strength and conditioning 
  • Rehabilitation techniques 
  • Tactical athlete performance optimization 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and electronic medical documentation systems. 

Preferred Qualifications

Highly qualified candidates will possess one or more of the following:

• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). 
• Sports Certified Specialist (SCS) certification. 
• Previous experience supporting: 
  • Air Force Special Warfare 
  • Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) 
  • Air National Guard 
  • Special Operations Forces (SOF) 
  • Human Performance Optimization (HPO) or Preservation of the Force and Family (POTFF) programs. 
• Experience working with elite tactical athletes or professional athletic organizations. 
• Familiarity with military medical systems, including TRICARE. 
• Experience providing performance analytics and readiness reporting. 

Desired Knowledge and Skills

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with military personnel. 
• Strong clinical decision-making and problem-solving abilities. 
• Experience developing individualized rehabilitation and performance plans. 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic operational environment. 
• Commitment to improving operational readiness and long-term health outcome

Security Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain installation access. 
• Successful completion of all required background investigations. 
• Eligibility to obtain Government network access and Common Access Card (CAC). 

Compensation

Starting salary: $110,000 annually, with higher compensation based on qualifications, professional certifications, and directly related experience supporting tactical human performance, Special Operations, or military human performance optimization programs.

Cornerstone offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Cornerstone contributes an unmatched 6% on top of salary to 401(k)
• Paid Time Off - 15 Days
• All 11 Federal Holidays