Rotation Operational Manager Africa (Air Mission Planner 4) – 20260

Application number: 20260

Required travel: 76 – 100%

Employment Type: Full-time/Hourly/Non-exempt

Expected Salary Range: $115,282.00 – $135,000.00

Security Clearance: Secret

Experience Level: Senior HI

This opportunity lies with Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C5ISR)a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. From towers to processors, we design, develop, integrate and manage the sensors, systems and other assets required to support integrated intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) operations, exploitation and analysis for the Intelligence Community, military services, geographic and functional combatant commands, and DoD agencies.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies to serve mission partners around the world. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense—the data evolution—by accelerating a broad range of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet maintenance, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in any class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We can’t wait to meet you.

For more information about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

Who we are

HII – Mission Technologies is currently seeking a Personnel Recovery (PR)/Casualty Evacuation (CASEVAC) (PR/CASEVAC) Operations Manager to support the United States (US) Africa Command (USAFRICOM) who is fluent in French. The Operations Manager will work closely with USAFRICOM, its component commands, CJTF-HOA, SOCAFRICA, and other strategic and operational partners with dedicated PR/CASEVAC capabilities. Operations responsibilities include being HII’s point of contact for government personnel at deployed locations and serving as the single point of contact for all deployed aircraft operations including ground operations, managing HII rotational personnel, contractor personnel inbound and outbound processes, and being responsible for all mission planning and reporting and being the final authority for HII’s approval for mission support. The Operations Manager will work directly with the HII Program Manager to ensure timely delivery of all tasks and deliverables while meeting the Task Order (TO) scope and within the approved budget.

This rotational position requires you to travel in support of the USAFRICOM AOR and work 84 hours per week during the rotation.

What you are going to do

• Fully support USAFRICOM by overseeing and directing the day-to-day activities of the deployed contract team, including operations, maintenance, sustainment, and all life support.
• Manage a deployment team of contract personnel operating directly in support of USAFRICOM and SOCAFRICA with dedicated rotary wing (RW) and fixed wing (FW) aircraft providing short takeoff and landing (STOL) field and paramedic level patient care for PR/CASEVAC services located and operating in high-risk portions of the USAFRICOM area of ​​responsibility (AOR) 24/7.
• Provides overall operational direction and on-site guidance for all contractors assigned to the TO, including assigning tasks to contractor personnel, overseeing ongoing engineering efforts, and managing overall TO performance.
• Serve as the HII’s primary point of contact for all TO-related activities and on-site support.
• Manage the relationships and expectations of the USAFRICOM customer, other industry partners, and all contractor support personnel.
• Evaluate progress against project milestones, budget, and any necessary TO changes to ensure mission success, service quality, and adherence to schedule and budget.
• Maintain regular contact with key government stakeholders.
• Responsible for all TO deliverables, from preparing mission reports to monthly status reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for

• 10 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field; 8 years of relevant experience with a Master’s degree in a related field; or a high school diploma or equivalent and 14 years of relevant experience.
• Five years of experience in managing the operations, maintenance and logistics of deployed aircraft.
• Five years of experience in managing PR/CASEVAC services.
• Possess current or previous weapons qualifications.
• Ability to obtain a license to carry a firearm.
• Must meet medical and dental requirements.
• Consent: Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET consent
• Fluent French speaking and writing is a requirement for this position. The candidate must be able to communicate effectively in French, both orally and in writing, and have a good understanding of French grammar, vocabulary and syntax.

Preference: Bonus points for…

• 3+ years of experience with working knowledge of Status of Forces Agreements (SOFA) requirements, DOCPER regulations and processes within EUCOM/AFRICOM AORs. Comparable experience in the CENTCOM AOR will be considered if all other minimum qualifications are met.
• Five years of experience managing PR/CASEVAC services for SOF, the last eight years.
• A valid Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI) or a Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level III Program Management certification.
• A thorough knowledge of civil aviation, particularly 14 CFR Part 135 operations.
• Strong leadership, diplomatic and motivational skills, including the ability to lead multiple business and technology organizations;
• Demonstrated ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment, demonstrating teamwork, innovation and excellence;
• Build and maintain relationships by engaging business leaders to establish credibility, solve problems, build consensus, and achieve objectives;
• Self-motivated and decisive, with the ability to adapt to change and competing demands.
• Demonstrated communication skills, both written and oral, with technical and non-technical personnel at all management levels;
• Flexible and with proven ability to adapt to changing priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Demonstrated ability to learn, understand and apply new technologies.

Physical requirements

This position requires on-site, outdoor, and office work. Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs. Must meet physical and medical requirements for deployment to austere locations within the AFRICOM AOR. May require work in an office, industrial, marine, or laboratory environment. Ability to climb ladders and handle confined spaces and extreme temperature variations.

HII is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits including top medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; savings plan options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonuses/other non-recurring compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions and if applicable to this position, will be discussed by the recruiter during the application screening phase.

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval vessels and defense technology solutions that protect our seas, air, land, space, and cyber. Our diverse workforce includes professionals; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers, we are an organization committed to values ​​and ethics, putting the safety and well-being of people first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII you will find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continued career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we work towards a future in which everyone is free and can develop.
Today’s challenges are greater than ever and the nation needs the best of us. That’s why we focus on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity in our workforce strengthens the organization, sparks creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the working lives of all our employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

Do you need help?
If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries regarding a reasonable accommodation request will be responded to from this email address. You may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.

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