Site Manager - System Studies and Simulation, Inc. (S3INC)

Job Code:

4270

FLSA Status:

Exempt

S 3 , Inc. is a rapidly growing woman owned small business founded in 1991, headquartered in Huntsville, AL, that provides technical, programmatic, and logistic services to U.S. Department of Defense, other U.S. Government agencies, and Partner Nation militaries, co-located with Government requirements. The S 3 , Inc. staff is 70% veterans. The company operates under an ISO 9001/AS9100 certified Quality Management System.

S 3 , Inc. has wholly owned subsidiaries that expand the customer base and increase our annual growth rate: KBFS - provides aviation pilot training, heavy lift, aircraft maintenance, and related aircraft services to Government and commercial requirements IAW multiple FAA certifications; S3I - provides OCONUS FMS technical services, maintenance, and aviation platform training; S3 Arabia (S3A), a subsidiary of S3I operates in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; and GLSS - provides SCA/CBA contract aviation maintenance.

S 3 , Inc. and subsidiaries are recruiting to expand and develop Corporate Operations to staff for contract growth and are approaching 1000 employees. At S 3 , Inc. we're proud to offer above industry standard benefits and encourage our team members to build a fulfilling career with our mission-focused leadership. Come work with us and let's build something great together!

Kachemak Bay Flying Service (KBFS), a wholly owned subsidiary of System Studies & Simulation, Inc. (S3) is seeking a Site Manager for its Contractor Owned, Contractor Operated business activities in Temple, TX.

Military experience is a plus. This is not a teleworking position.

The KBFS Site Manager in Temple, TX, reports directly to the General Manager of KBFS and is responsible for managing the daily operations of Kachemak Bay Flying Service's commercial aviation operations under FAR Parts 133, 135, 137, 141, and 145, supervising up to 25 personnel, and overseeing simultaneous operations in two facilities at Temple Draughon-Miller Airport. Provides strategic business development for KBFS Temple and identifies new business opportunities and strategies to grow and improve KBFS business operations. Manages daily flight operations and provides scheduling, mission planning, pre, and post-flight briefings as required. Meet flight training and utility flight operations, as well as avionics repair and general aviation maintenance support objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Manages fixed and rotary wing aircraft on site, coordinating with the KBFS Maintenance Manager to ensure aircraft readiness and conformity to FAA Part 145 requirements and with the various FAA Certificate Principals to ensure compliant scheduling, transport, pilot training, and utility flight operations.
• Has primary oversight of selected KBFS-Temple employees who perform FAA designated functions (e.g., Chief Flight Instructor for the Part 141 Training Academy; Director of Operations for Part 135 Transport, and Chief Pilot for Part 133 Lift Operations).
• Relies on the KBFS Maintenance Manager to independently provide and manage General Aviation and Avionics Repair operations to commercial customers and the KBFS Temple Rotary and Fixed Wing Aircraft Fleets.
• Responsible for interfacing with the FAA, Veterans Administration, Chamber of Commerce, and other agencies as required.
• Provides weekly business updates to the General Manager, including project management goals and execution, personnel management, and financial performance information.
• Applies specialized education, knowledge, and experience in the following areas; aviation, program management, program control, administration, financial management, maintenance, logistics, customer service, training, and operations.
• Manages and coordinates employees' efforts in support of the customer and ensures his operations accomplish contractual obligations on time and to standard.
• Accomplishing mandatory reports as required.
• Responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring all schedules to ensure timely delivery of services.
• Responsible for accountability and condition of all aircraft, equipment, tools, supplies, and other assets assigned to his/her organization.
• Responsible for supervising the technical direction, the professional development, training, and the overall performance of staff members.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Must have experience in organizing and sustaining retail operations in support of flight training, aerial transport, testing, as well as maintenance.
• Must be able to independently perform the technical, business, personnel, financial, operations, and logistics requirements; of a medium- to large-sized project and program office.
• Must be able to implements higher headquarters annual and quarterly strategy reports as required.
• Must be able to develops and implements annual business plans and quarterly reviews to ensure achievement of forecasts.
• Must be able to formulate and enforces work standards, develops schedules, reviews work discrepancies, and communicates policies, procedures, and goals for the organization.
• Prior Aviation Management Experience Required.
• Must have FAA commercial pilot (rotary and/or fixed wing; ATP) experience is highly desirable.
• Aviation management experience must be in support of 14 CFR Parts 135, 141, or 145 Certificates.
• Must have 15 years' total related aviation experience; experience can be in uniform or civilian status.

Education required:

• Bachelor's degree or 6 years' of aviation experience in lieu of a degree.

Other Requirements:

• Administers the KBFS Safety Management System (SMS), supports hiring practices as needed, and provides evaluation of assigned employees.
• Must have excellent knowledge of FAA regulatory requirements for all certificates and ensure the sustainment of KBFS qualifications.
• Must include at least three references for job performance within the past six years.

Systems Studies and Simulation, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. If you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the S 3 Inc. Careers Page as a result of your disability, you can request reasonable accommodations by calling (256) 539-1700 Ext 1127 or by sending an email to: recruiter@s3inc.com . Thank you for your interest in S 3 Inc.