F-16 Program Manager
On-siteSouth Ogden, Utah, United States
Job Summary
Provide program and technical expertise for F-16 TCTO and future modifications, including conducting training for maintenance personnel and performing field-level diagnostics. Formulate plans to meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives while supporting program management reviews and senior-level meetings. Support and develop acquisition reports, including statutory and regulatory documentation, and recommend viable solutions to problems. Position may travel up to 50% of the time out of state and overnight. Requires active U.S. SECRET clearance and a Master's degree with 12 years programmatic experience or equivalent Bachelor's degree with 15 years experience.
Required Qualifications
- comprehensive knowledge of aerospace engineering/avionics specialist field services for the Basic Combat Fleet F-16C/D Block 40/42/50/52 aircrafts
- comprehensive knowledge of operations and maintenance support for the necessary operations, maintenance, and support personnel required to install the High-Speed Data Network (HSDN), Modular Mission Computer/Programmable Display Generator (MMC/PDG), Remote Interface Panel (RIP), Center Display Unit (CDU), Helmet Mounted Integrated Targeting (HMIT) and Secure Mission Data System (SMDS)
- Time Compliance Technical Order (TCTO) modifications on F-16 aircraft
- thorough understanding of principles, policies and practices of systems acquisition, program management and the F-16 modification community
- knowledge of roles and relationships within the DoD and the Air Force
- knowledge of support activities that assist the customer in assessing what programs are within schedule and cost baselines
- recommend viable solutions to problems and the pursuit of alternative courses of action
- plan, research, analyze and assess system acquisition in terms of development, production and deployment of weapons systems and associated equipment
- formulate plans and recommend effective strategies in meeting cost, schedule, and performance objectives
- support and develop acquisition reports, including statutory and regulatory reports, (i.e., Financial, MAR, etc.)
- Support program management reviews, senior level meeting/reviews and IMP/IMS reviews
- Provide Program and technical expertise for existing TCTO and future modifications to the F-16
- Conduct training for new team members and maintenance personnel as required
- Perform field level diagnostics and repair components, as necessary
- Provide programmatic updates to Senior leaders in GMRE and USAF
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
- Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
- Ability to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short notice as needed
- Ability to maintain professional appearance
- MA/MS with 12 years programmatic experience with 5 years DoD experience OR BA/BS with 15 years programmatic experience with 5 years DoD experience OR Certifications with 20 years programmatic experience with 8 years DoD experience
- Must have a minimum of an active U.S. SECRET clearance and be subject to a government security investigation
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
- Position may travel up to 50% of the time out of state and overnight to fulfill contract requirements
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