T-6A ARP Program Manager

We are looking for an experienced Program Manager that is up to date on current avionics technology and regulations and is passionate about military aviation.  The T-6A ARP Program Manager will have complete control over how avionics installations are accomplished at multiple locations. 

At the corporate level, the Program Manager is the primary focal point for all contractual and operational issues that may be encountered during the successful execution of task orders under the USAF T-6A Avionics Retrofit Program. The Program Manager is empowered to provide direct oversight and management of personnel, policies, and procedures to ensure maximum operational efficiency, as well as coordinating any decisions that affect the overall contract and/or any task orders under this program. The Program Manager operates with full support from the corporate office. The corporate office provides project level support for Contract Management, Human Resources, Accounting, Payroll, Quality Control, Safety and Environmental, Training, and other reach-back capabilities. The Corporate Management Team will conduct regular meetings with the Program Manager and all relevant departments to ensure the overall success of all aircraft modifications under this program. 

Come lead our team of experienced technicians at our flagship facility in Beautiful Greenville, SC!

REQUIREMENTS:

• University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience in program management or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of program management experience or in absence of a degree, 12 years of program management experience
• Must have prior experience supporting the contract management of a program
• Must have prior experience and knowledge of avionics modifications
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, communication and writing skills
• History of prior leadership position; previous management position required
• Ability to interface professionally with internal and external customers
• Knowledge on new avionics equipment and installation
• Strong background in planning and executing complex avionics upgrades 
• Knowledge of FAA Part 145 repair station standards and operations
• Knowledge of the FAA STC and Military Airworthiness processes
• Glass cockpit modernization knowledge required
• Strong avionics experience on Textron aircraft required 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Work daily onsite in Greenville, SC
• Travel to multiple sites in the US on a monthly basis (Travel 20-50%)

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Prior experience managing aircraft modifications concurrently at multiple locations
• Aircraft simulator manufacturing or modification experience
• Knowledge of aircraft life cycle management
• Garmin G1000/3000/5000 installation experience
• Avionics experience on FAA Part 23 turbine aircraft
• Working knowledge of Corridor tracking system
• Microsoft Project experience
• A&P License preferred, but not required

 RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for program P&L inclusive of work scope, personnel, materials, and subcontractors
• Oversee the program team to include Program Analyst (Deputy PM), QC Manager, Subcontracts Manager, Master Planner, Financial Controller/Buyer, Program Engineer, Administrator
• Provide internal management and control on all matters related to the program, from conception to final completion
• Establish and maintain sufficient resources to support financial control, risk management, aircraft, and training device modification/production throughout the period of performance of the program
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the T-6A Program Office (PO), T-6A Ground Based Training Systems (GBTS) PO, and the OEM of the components being installed
• Prepare a Program Management Plan (PMP) that coordinates all activities related to the program to ensure successful completion
• Manage key Subcontractors to include Airworthiness Certification, Engineering, Digital Engineering, A-Kit Manufacturing, Simulator Modification, Training, Tech Pub Updates.
• Review work orders and logbook entries to ensure compliance
• Additional duties as requested