ATS Training System Support Center (TSSC) Manager

CAE • Altus, OK

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The ATS (Aircrew Training System) TSSC Manager oversees all C‑17 Training System Support Center operations, directing engineering, courseware, IT, CM, ILS, maintenance, and test activities to ensure full contract compliance. Serving as the primary customer interface, this role leads ATS TSSC related program reviews, manages schedules and milestones, resolves technical and program challenges, and ensures resource alignment across all ATS TSSC functions. The manager guides quality assurance efforts, coordinates with USAF stakeholders, supports CDRL reporting, and co‑chairs key training system working groups. MTS (Maintenance Training System) TSSC (Charleston AFB, SC) operations will also fall under the ATS TSSC Manager but will be managed by a dedicated on-site MTS TSSC Manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field with at least six (6) years of simulation‑related experience
• At least five (5) years of military management experience
• Current U.S. SECRET Security Clearance or above (active within last 24 months qualifies)
• Strong understanding of military protocols and customs
• Experience with aircrew training devices
• Extensive knowledge of military configuration management requirements and SEI Capability Maturity Model Integrated
• High performance orientation and ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Word
• Strong verbal communication skills and ability to deliver presentations to customers and leadership
• Proven ability to work independently and lead subordinate personnel
• Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures.
• Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form.
• Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know.
• Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval.
• All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.
• Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.
• Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Nice To Haves

• Willingness to work any shift, day of the week, or overtime as required

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all ATS TSSC operations and assigned personnel.
• Coordinate and schedule activities including hardware/software design, modifications, coding and testing, configuration management, TMS support, master library functions, and Cybersecurity activities.
• Assign tasks to functional teams and review completed technical work for contract and technical compliance.
• Ensure documentation associated with ATS TSSC modification activity is accurate and complete.
• Collaborate with engineering, program management, marketing, manufacturing, and operations teams to develop proposals that meet customer needs and identify emerging opportunities.
• Monitor program costs, progress, resource allocation, and work quality; identify and implement solutions to resolve issues.
• Address and resolve complex technical questions escalated from team members.
• Act as principal liaison between Government Contractor Officer’s Representatives (CORs) and the Government CLS Project Officer (PO) on TSSC related activities.
• Point of contact for all ATS TSSC matters with USAF customers, maintaining strong working relationships and ensuring contract adherence.
• Manage the ATS TSSC quality assurance program to ensure AS9100D compliance.
• Prepare and deliver required monthly status reports in accordance with CDRL requirements.
• Attend program meetings on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis as directed by the Program Manager.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package
• Flexibility that promotes work-life balance
• A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe
• Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions
• Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager