JT4 SkillBridge Program - Contractor Operations Director Nellis AFB

JT4 • North Las Vegas, NV

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About The Position

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy. This role primarily assists the Nevada Test and Training Range Operations Directorate (NTTR/DO) with planning, directing, and executing aircrew test and training operations on the NTTR. The directorate manages daily range operations, planning, maintenance management, operational requirements, and flight safety, including airspace deviation processing. The position interfaces directly with Government agencies as needed.

The incumbent applies knowledge of military flying operations, operational range management, flight safety, and military training range operations. The role also uses project-management fundamentals to lead small- to medium-sized projects of moderate complexity and to support larger project and program activities. Responsibilities include organizing resources, developing and managing schedules and budgets, managing risk, monitoring and replanning work, reporting project status, maintaining project documentation, and administering Work Management System activities.

Work is typically in an office environment, with occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds, constant sitting and computer use, and frequent communication and document review. The position may require duty days exceeding eight hours, shift and weekend work, and travel to remote range locations. Work takes place indoors and outdoors, including on even or uneven surfaces that may be dry or wet. The employee must work under deadlines and independently with minimal supervision. The work supports a federal government contract requiring U.S. citizenship.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher, or a combination of formal education, training, and experience equivalent to 10 years of involvement in technically demanding program or project assignments.
• Knowledge of project-management fundamentals and working knowledge of systems-engineering processes that complement project management.
• Knowledge and skills in resource organization and allocation, planning and budgeting, continuous quality and process improvement, configuration management, and setting and measuring program goals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must qualify for and maintain a government security clearance, including Top Secret (TS), Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), and Special Access Program (SAP).
• Valid state-issued driver's license.
• U.S. citizenship is required for the federal government contract.
• Ability to work duty days exceeding eight hours and perform shift and weekend work as schedule demands.
• Ability to work under deadlines and independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to travel to remote field locations and work indoors and outdoors on even or uneven surfaces, which may be dry or wet.

Nice To Haves

• Detailed understanding of Simulated Integrated Air Defense System (IADS) integration and techniques.
• Familiarity with or experience in Joint Integrated Test and Training Center Nellis (JITTC-N) operations and the Joint Simulation Environment (JSE).
• In-depth knowledge of Air Force Manual 13-212 Volume 1, Air Combat Command (ACC) Supplement, NTTR Addendum A.

Responsibilities

• Assist NTTR/DO with planning, direction, and execution of aircrew test and training operations on the NTTR.
• Interface with Government agencies as required.
• Research rotary- and fixed-wing aircraft subsystems to support flight-test safety information and apply flight-safety requirements, methods, techniques, and procedures.
• Apply knowledge of military training ranges and aircrew training, scheduling, and control methods.
• Conduct and adapt qualitative and quantitative techniques to solve training and test operational-support problems or clarify alternative solutions.
• Apply knowledge of environmental issues and relevant state and local statutes, laws, regulations, procedures, and legislative issues affecting range operations.
• Lead small- to medium-sized projects of moderate complexity and assist Project and/or Program Managers with daily activities for larger projects and programs.
• Make project priority determinations and manage and level resources.
• Develop, review, and approve project documentation; maintain the established project portfolio.
• Establish, execute, and report on project budgets; manage project risk; monitor, control, and re-plan projects.
• Provide project status through project/program reviews, document lessons learned, and archive project data.
• Administer Work Management System activities using identified scheduling tools.
• Follow company and Government processes and procedures, maintaining accountability for project schedules, budgets, and requirements so projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Recruit and hire appropriate technical personnel when required to meet project requirements.
• Complete medium-complexity assignments using established policies, procedures, and subject-matter knowledge.
• Perform other related project assignments as requested.
• Read, understand, and implement applicable operational, safety, quality, and environmental plans, procedures, and policies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with benefits active on Day 1.
• Life insurance.
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Disability insurance.
• Paid Time Off.
• 401(k) plan options with employer match: JT4 matches 50% up to an 8% contribution, with 100% immediate vesting.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

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