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Readiness Manager

Blue Sky Innovative Solutions

Sumter, SC

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Air Force, Aircraft Piloting, Background Investigation, Civil Engineering, Computer Security, Government, Home Inspections, Information Technology & Information Systems, International Operations, Leadership, Logistics, Management Consulting, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Microsoft Office, Military, Organizational Skills, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Reporting Skills, Requirements Management, SAP, Secret Clearance, Security Clearance, Software Development, Status Reports, Talent Management, Team Player, Technical Support, Time Management, Time Tracking, United States Air Force (USAF), United States Citizen, United States Department of Defense (DoD)
LOCATION
Sumter, SC
POSTED
30+ days ago
Readiness Manager
One (1) Position Available | Shaw AFB, SC
Location: Shaw Air Force Base, Sumter County, SC 29152 Clearance: Secret (Top Secret Eligible / SCI Eligible) Type: Full-Time | On-Site | No Telework

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Blue Sky is seeking a highly qualified Readiness Manager to support a critical U.S. Air Force mission at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina. This role supports 24/7/365 global operations for one of the nation's most advanced remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) programs. As a Blue Sky employee, you will work alongside military and government professionals in a high-tempo, mission-critical environment that directly contributes to national security.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Prepare and process personnel for deployments, re-deployments, exercises, and other locations per U.S. Government, DoD, Air Force, and COCOM guidance
  • Coordinate and schedule required pre-departure training using the Automated Civil Engineering System (ACES) and Security Forces Management Information System (SFMIS)
  • Identify, maintain, and distribute individual deployment equipment per current host base and AFI guidance; prepare and submit equipment procurement requirements to wing leadership
  • Serve as the wing subject matter expert for wing and unit-level readiness reporting; manage deployment reporting in the Air Expeditionary Force Reporting Tool (ART) and DCAPES, including Unit Type Code posturing and individual status updates
  • Monitor Host Wing Time Phased Force Deployment Data (TPFDD) for deployment taskers
  • Use LOGMOD and Excel to track pre/post-deployment mobility, logistics, security, ancillary training, medical, and dental requirements; provide timely status reports on individual, unit, group, and wing readiness
  • Interface with CATM and mobility support agencies to schedule and accomplish pre-deployment ancillary training events
  • Interface with the Commercial Travel Office (CTO), Air Mobility Command liaison officers, and resource advisors to arrange/de-conflict deployment travel; utilize the Foreign Clearance Guide (FCG)
  • Provide weekly leadership updates on duty status and location of all deployed personnel
  • Build and maintain individual mobility folders for all deployable wing members; generate and verify ISOPREP data
  • Create monthly reports outlining mobility status and preparation levels vs. total requirements for all tasked personnel
  • Ensure units maintain sufficient Unit Commander (UC) and Unit Administrator (UA) roles so monthly readiness assessments are completed on time (1st–15th of each month)
  • Assist in preparing the wing and subordinate units for all inspections and self-assessments per AFI 90-201
  • Coordinate with Client FAM to update DOC statements, Unit Type Codes, Mission Essential Tasks, Named Operations, and Top Priority Plans
  • Prepare and brief monthly readiness briefings to wing leadership; include Resource and Capability Readiness Assessments
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Minimum of four (4) years of experience working as a Group-level (or higher) Unit Deployment Manager (UDM)
  • Demonstrated experience interfacing with higher headquarters for readiness reporting
  • Familiarity with all Air Force readiness reporting software: ART (Air Expeditionary Force Reporting Tool), DRRS (Defense Readiness Reporting System), and AF-IT
  • Experience with DCAPES and LOGMOD mobility tracking tools
  • Active Secret security clearance required; Top Secret Eligible, SCI Eligible, NATO, and ACCM required
  • Strong organizational skills; ability to manage competing deployment requirements across multiple units simultaneously
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; ability to prepare reports, briefings, and presentations for leadership
SECURITY REQUIREMENTS
  • Secret (Top Secret Eligible / SCI Eligible) security clearance required
  • No negative administrative, judicial, non-judicial, or criminal action/record in previous civilian or military employment for the past five (5) years
  • No history of being terminated from civilian employment, denied reenlistment, or separated from the military under other than honorable conditions
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen; Common Access Card (CAC) required
  • Must successfully complete Shaw AFB background check prior to installation access
WORK SCHEDULE
  • Normal duty hours: 0730–1630, Monday through Friday
  • Flexible scheduling may be required to meet mission needs (up to 2-hour adjustment)
  • All federal holidays observed, plus Client Goal Days
  • No telework authorized — on-site presence required

Why Blue Sky? | What Sets Us Apart
Meaningful work supporting 24/7/365 global combat operations — your clearance expertise directly protects the mission
Competitive compensation meeting or exceeding SCA wage determinations for the Sumter, SC area
Stable, long-term contract opportunity on a new program with no incumbent — get in on the ground floor
Collaborative team culture with experienced defense professionals who understand the SAP environment
Blue Sky's dedicated talent management team supports your career growth and clearance maintenance throughout the contract lifecycle
Comprehensive benefits package including health & welfare, paid leave, and all federal holidays
Professional development support — we invest in training and certifications relevant to your security career


About Blue Sky
Blue Sky Innovative Solutions (Blue Sky) assists its federal, state and local, and commercial clients with solving their toughest challenges in the areas of IT Infrastructure Support and Engineering; Application Development and Maintenance; Program and Project Management; and Management Consulting. Find out more about Blue Sky at www.bsis-llc.com. Blue Sky is an equal opportunity employer and recruits mission-oriented, proactive, skilled candidates from across the United States. As an SBA certified HUBZone small business, Blue Sky has a special interest in recruiting and hiring personnel who reside in HUBZones. To determine whether you reside in a HUBZone, visit http://map.sba.gov/hubzone/maps/ . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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