Senior Air Operations Manager

Altus Technology Solutions•Jber, AK

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Altus Technology Solutions is seeking a Senior Air Operations Manager (Red Flag Air Boss) to support large-scale U.S. Department of Defense air combat training exercises at the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex (JPARC) in Alaska. The role oversees aviation operations on the range, integrates complex air operations, ensures compliance with applicable directives and safety requirements, and maintains operational readiness throughout scheduled training events. The Air Boss serves as the primary aviation safety authority during mission execution and coordinates with joint range users and exercise participants. The position is onsite and requires an active DoD TS/SCI clearance. It is a day-shift role that includes overtime, after-hours support, and exercise schedules. Candidates need a related bachelor's degree and at least 10 years of military aviation operations experience. A master's degree is preferred. The role also requires successful completion of Range Manager Toolkit (RMTK) and Weapons Danger Zone (WDZ) training, and satisfaction of Range Control Officer qualification requirements defined in AFI 13-212, Attachment 2. Altus Technology Solutions has delivered solutions to government and commercial customers since 2004 and is ISO 9001:2015 certified. The company describes its work as supporting mission-critical operations worldwide.

Requirements

Active DoD TS/SCI clearance.
Successful completion of Range Manager Toolkit (RMTK) and Weapons Danger Zone (WDZ) training.
Meet Range Control Officer qualification requirements defined in AFI 13-212, Attachment 2.
Comprehensive knowledge of Army Regulation (AR) 385-63 and USARAK 350-2.
Comprehensive knowledge of Air Force Manual (AFMAN) 13-212.
Comprehensive knowledge of Air Force Instruction (AFI) 11-214.
Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Minimum of 10 years of military aviation operations experience.
Extensive knowledge of military range operations, weapons systems, and training safety requirements.
Excellent communication, leadership, and coordination skills.
Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, safety-critical operational environment.
Experience supporting Large Force Exercises (LFE), Air Tasking Order (ATO) management, and FAA coordination.
Proficiency with RFMSS and CSE scheduling systems.
Experience enforcing aviation safety compliance across multiple joint and coalition aircraft platforms.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
Previously qualified as a Red Flag Air Boss.
Red Flag-Alaska or Red Flag-Nellis experience.

Responsibilities

Manage and execute all aspects of air operations during training exercises.
Monitor and control all aircraft operating on the airfield and participating in daily missions.
Collaborate with the Mission Commander to develop, coordinate, and execute safe and effective mission plans.
Coordinate with Operations Supervision, the Range Control Officer (RCO), the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and exercise participants.
Review and approve Air Tasking Order (ATO) changes; modify or cancel missions when required for safety.
Schedule range activities using the Range Facility Management Support System (RFMSS) and Center Scheduling Enterprise (CSE).
Develop and review daily Drop Plans for U.S. Air Force units and coordinate approval with the appropriate Army Range Control organization.
Create and distribute Weapons Danger Zones (WDZ) supporting flight operations.
Attend mission planning meetings, including DIM, MAM, Next Day JECG/OPFOR Coordination, AM/PM JECG Synchronization, and GCAM.
Lead and participate in execution meetings, including Large Force Exercise (LFE) Mass Briefs, FAA coordination calls, and vulnerability period (VUL) monitoring.
Ensure mission briefings, meetings, and scheduled events are executed in accordance with the Master Scenario of Events (MSOE).