Contract Field Team (CFT) Manager

KIHOMAC•Dallas, TX

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

This role provides crucial support to leadership in project management, data analysis, documentation, and test/validation assistance. The Contract Field Team (CFT) Manager is responsible for creating job descriptions, reviewing resumes, conducting interviews, and managing employee workloads to ensure productivity and performance. They will foster positive employee relations, conduct performance feedback, and advise on employee recognition. Key duties include managing timecards, ensuring training compliance, overseeing test and project events, and conducting site visits. The manager will also designate and manage teams, act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), coordinate travel and equipment, and ensure adherence to engineering guidance. This role involves managing assembly/test functions, documenting compliance, developing work instructions, and building customer relationships. Additionally, the manager will develop team members, maintain company materials and equipment, and ensure proper tool usage. They will provide leadership and management direction to ensure quality performance, serve as a liaison between management and employees, and uphold high ethical standards. Safety and maintaining a clean work area are also essential.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree in management or technical/scientific discipline required.
20+ years of professional experience in the required task area.
10+ years of U.S. military aircraft experience as Production Superintendent, Lead Production Superintendent or equivalent required.
10+ years managerial, supervisory, team lead experience required.
U.S. military aircraft maintenance and wiring experience required.
Ability to travel for extended periods required.
Ability to comprehend/interpret manufacturing drawings, schematics, logic drawings, layouts, wire lists, and prints required.
Ability to use various hand tools, soldering equipment, and machinery required.
Impeccable organizational skills and attention to detail a must.
Knowledge of cable assembly procedures required.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively required.
Ability to troubleshoot malfunctions, identify and repair malfunctions using provided technical data and tools required.
Familiarity with USAF TO 1-1A-14 (AKA NAVAIR 01-1A-505-1 or TM 1-1500-323-21-1) required.
Capable of standing for long periods of time required.
Able to work cross functionally in other areas as needed.
Ability to identify/assign priorities based on time constraints and resources available required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
Impeccable negotiation and problem-solving skills required.
Exceptional interpersonal skills and rapport building required.
Maintain high ethical/professional standards of performance, demeanor, and judgment always.
Strong working knowledge of performance and operations management.
Familiarity with industry regulations and quality standards.
Ability to utilize Microsoft Office a must.
Outstanding leadership and organizational skills.
Must be a US citizen.
Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in management or technical/scientific discipline desired.
Basic knowledge or understanding of IPC/WHMA-A-620 and IPC J-STD-001 desired.
Basic knowledge of aircraft Sheet Metal maintenance/repairs/fabrication desired.

Responsibilities

Provide support in project scheduling, data gathering/analyses, database manipulation, preparation of technical/project reports, test plans and reports, and associated documentation.
Create realistic and accurate job descriptions.
Review resumes and conduct job interviews to fill positions.
Direct employee workload to ensure productivity and performance against job descriptions.
Manage positive employee relations and workplace atmosphere; resolve personnel issues.
Conduct ongoing feedback, including informal and semiannual feedback, and counseling if necessary.
Advise CFT Director on employee recognition, including raises, promotions, and awards.
Manage accuracy of employee timecards.
Ensure employees receive and perform required training.
Manage/oversee/perform test or project events, report status and results.
Oversee/conduct test/trial, Validation/Verification, and production work per Government requirements.
Attend conferences and meetings.
Conduct site-visits to CONUS/OCONUS locations.
Perform wellness checks on long duration contracts.
Designate/manage various teams at CONUS/OCONUS locations and perform as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and/or technician.
Produce production schedules.
Set-up requirements for CFTs and coordinate travel, tools/equipment, and base access.
Follow engineering guidance, technical orders, and drawings; make recommendations for improvements.
Manage, perform, and oversee moderately complex assembly/test functions.
Create, document, and maintain records identifying compliance with assigned tasks and requirements.
Develop, update, and maintain work instructions, work control documents, and Ground Operations Procedures (GOPs).
Research/document materials/CFT requirements for bid proposals.
Build long-term relationships with new and existing customers, suppliers, and vendors.
Develop team members into valuable multi-faceted, multi-skilled individuals.
Maintain accountability and serviceability of all KIHOMAC materials, tools, and test equipment.
Ensure proper tools/tool kits and equipment are sourced and used per customer/MFG requirements.
Attend meetings and report/brief status updates and results.
Provide leadership and management direction to assigned employees.
Communicate with VP, CFT Director, and Program/Project Manager to ensure contractual needs and concerns are addressed.
Guide employees to ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies/processes.
Serve as a link between upper management and employees, disseminating company information.
Coordinate with CFT Director and/or VP on corporate matters.
Maintain high ethical/professional standards of performance, demeanor, and judgment.
Observe all safety rules and maintain a clean and foreign object damage (FOD) free work area.
Perform other duties as assigned.