Flight Operations Manager

SMX is currently seeking a Flight Operations Manager to join the integrated program management office (PMO) and support the Mission Solutions Group portfolio of programs. This position is responsible for the management and direction of the day-to-day flight operations in the Philippines as well as assist in management of contract cost, schedule, and performance execution. The ideal candidate will provide leadership to the program team on staffing, training, administrative oversight, operations management, workforce management, budgets, sub-contracting, and property management.

This position requires TS/SCI which requires US citizenship for work on a DoD contract.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Allocates appropriate resources to ensure flight operations are executed in accordance with taskings and schedule
• Assists in ensuring projects are completed within given time and budget
• Utilizes corporate QMS processes to track program/project schedule and cost
• Reports status, develops program/project-related documentation, implements lessons learned and
• updates and maintains production and quality metrics for assigned program and projects
• Interfaces with customer personnel and provides recommendations on prioritization of mission taskings
• Conducts operational planning, execution and evaluation of a multi-faceted program that requires collaboration with customers to identify project priorities and efficiencies
• Assists with operational planning of daily flight operations as well as spoke activities including crewing requirements, logistics, maintenance activities, and other activities as needed to ensure successful execution
• Ensures that contract service, quality, and performance requirements are met and compliance with standard operating procedures (SOP) is maintained
• Advises of any contractual issues that may result in Contracting Office action and of any anticipated or proposed adverse personnel actions
• Works cooperatively with PMO leadership to develop short- and long-range goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures in accordance with contract parameters
• Works with human resources and talent acquisition to manage and oversee the recruitment, hiring, retention and development, training, and compensation of employees to assure compliance with contract requirements and HR policies
  
  

Required Skills & Experience

• TS/SCI eligibility
• Bachelor’s degree in business, management, or a related discipline
• Relevant experience can be substituted for a degree OR 5 years’ experience in manned airborne C6ISR operations, preferably in a leadership role
• Able to communicate objectives and requirements effectively to military and civilian personnel
• Experience interacting with and briefing senior government and industry acquisition leaders on topics related to flight operations, programmatic, technology and financial status
• Knowledge of process improvement techniques and ability to direct improvement initiatives
• Budget management and execution experience
• Previous experience supporting large contracts leading complex development, production, fielding of platforms, and/or support initiatives with technical objectives
• Skilled coordinator of many different organizations and entities operating on a constantly daily updating schedule
• Customer focused
• Capacity to learn rapidly and adapt quickly to change
  
  

Desired Skills & Experience

• 10+ years of management/supervision experience in aviation-related operations, logistics, or engineering fields/programs
• Current Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional, Program Management Professional (PMP) or Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level III Program Management certification, or ability to complete PMP requirements within 6 months of onboarding
• Business development and technical proposal writing skills
  
  

Application Deadline: November 29, 2024

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:

$116,600—$194,400 USD

At SMX, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status, protected veteran status, race, color, age, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or genetic information. SMX is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including disability and veterans.

Selected applicant will be subject to a background investigation.