Operations Manager

Principal Accountabilities

• Implement necessary processes and procedures to meet program goals as established by contractual agreement.
• Ensure performance and quality to established standards.
• Plan, organize and manage the program for successful completion and performance consistent with contractual agreements.
• Manage the Federal Aviation Administration approved Repair Station Certificate.
• Research, analyze and otherwise assist in the investigation of incidents/accidents.
• Hire pilot and maintenance personnel as deemed necessary to meet required staffing levels.
• Recommend changes to strategic plans and objectives for submission to Cal Fire that if implemented would enhance contract operations.
• Analyze performance under contracts/orders to ensure proper utilization of manpower, materials, funds, facilities and equipment.
• Monitor the contract to verify contractual and company objectives are met and provide corrective action when necessary.
• Implement project schedules by directing and coordinating contract functions to ensure maximum efficiency of resources.
• Establish contract policies, practices and revisions to existing policies and practices as required to meet company, contracts and order requirements.
• Provide leadership to ensure objectives, incentives and attitudes of assigned staff to maximize quality and production.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures and other practices set forth by management directives.
• Maintain customer contracts and visitations to endure mature relationships.
• Manage effective control on assigned projects of performance, schedule, quality and operating costs.

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of the functions and operations of State of California contracting procedures.
• Familiar with administering a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) repair station.
• Excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Complete understanding of pricing principals that translate effort into achievement in acquiring new and follow on business.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft office programs (i.e. Excel, Word, Project, Outlook).

Experience & Education

• Current FAA Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic License preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in an associated discipline or equivalent years of experience.
• Eight (8) or more years’ experience as a pilot or with maintenance associated with tactical, low-altitude aircraft operations.
• Two or more years’ experience in a related aircraft maintenance/operations management position preferred.
• Previous aerial wildland fire suppression experience preferred.

Compensation Details

$130,000 - $145,000 annually.

Benefits Overview

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retail benefits (including 401(k) matching).
• Education reimbursement.
• Parental leave.
• Retirement benefits.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tax-saving options.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Pet insurance.