Project Manager with Flying Duties

General Description:

Tyonek Services Group provides aviation maintenance, aircraft modification, prototype integration, flight test support, and aviation program management services in support of the Technology Development Directorate (TDD), Aviation and Systems Integration Division (A/SID).

The Project Manager with Flying Duties provides on-site leadership and program management for contractor personnel and activities supporting aviation research, development, system integration, and flight test programs. In addition to project management responsibilities, this position performs flight test engineer/experimental test pilot duties in support of developmental ground and flight testing, aircraft modifications, prototype integration, and advanced aviation concepts.

The ideal candidate possesses demonstrated leadership and program management experience, a strong background in developmental flight test, and the ability to coordinate effectively with Government customers, engineers, maintainers, aircrew, contractors, and other program stakeholders. The candidate should be capable of managing personnel, resources, schedules, and contract requirements while also planning, executing, and reporting experimental flight test activities.

Duties:

• Shall be the contract point of contact for the Government and have the authority to act or make decisions.
• Successfully manage the technical approach, organizational resources and implement management controls
• Employed to meet the price, performance, and schedule requirements throughout the execution of this program.
• Assign work effort and maintain accurate time keeping records of personnel assigned to work on the requirement.
• Assure centralized control and overall management of personnel.
• Perform duties as a Flight Test Engineer or Experimental Test Pilot.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Must possess a bachelor's degree or its equivalency in his or her related area of expertise.
• Must be a graduate of a U.S. Military Test Pilot Course.
• Minimum six (6) years professional experience.
• Must possess and maintain an FAA Class II/III flight physical and be capable of performing duties in Flight Test activities.
• Must possess or be able to attain a Secret security clearance.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform post offer, pre-employment substance abuse testing.
• Moderate travel is expected.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams supporting aircraft modification, prototype integration, developmental testing, or advanced aviation programs.
• Experience managing contractor personnel, staffing, schedules, travel, resources, deliverables, and day-to-day contract execution in support of a Government customer.
• Working knowledge of AR 95-1, AR 95-20, DCMA Instruction 8210.1, applicable Army aviation regulations, and flight and ground operating procedures.
• Experience serving as a Test Pilot, Test Director, Mission Briefing Officer, Air Mission Commander, or technical lead for complex ground and flight test activities.

Physical Requirements:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
• Must be able to walk, stand, crawl, kneel and bend on level and/or inclined surfaces for certain periods throughout the day.
• Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp, pull over hand, push, reach or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
• Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.
• May be required to sit for extended periods of time
• Works in an office military environment
• Working closely with others or working alone
• Possible protracted or irregular hours of work as needed or required.

Environmental Factors:

• Works in an office military environment
• Working closely with others or working alone
• Possible protracted or irregular hours of work as needed or required.
• Will require travel (~50%+).

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / VEVRAA / ADA

TNC and its subsidiaries fall under ANCSA and are entitled under Federal Law to extend hiring preferences to its shareholders. ANCSA provides TNC the authority to give shareholder preference in hiring. TNC reaffirms its belief in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. Tyonek is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities: Tyonek Native Corporation provides all employees and job applicants' equal employment opportunities in hiring and promotion without discrimination because of age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, marital status, race, religion, color, veteran status, physical or mental disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by law.