The Director, Field Operations will be responsible for the design and execution of the Field Operations strategy in alignment with overall Company strategies, annual operating plan and 5-year business plan by overseeing an organization capable of executing its objectives consistent with the company's strategic intent.
Lead and manage a cross functional team for successful execution of field operations objectives.
Facilitate discussions and debates, mediate conflict, and nurture collaborative cross-functional teaming.
Execute Field Operations established technical goals and expectations.
Articulate technical progress, problems, and resolutions to internal and external customers.
Understand and coordinate the solutions for customer problems, needs and desires, company objectives and product line strategy.
Drive in the implementation improvement opportunities within the functional area.
Manage Functional Area resource requirements.
Assist in meeting all Functional Area financials.
Ensure Company and customer data is protected in accordance with ITAR, security classification guides and company proprietary information procedures.
Ensure compliance to and control of all Functional Area projects and requirements.
Assess Functional Area risks, establish mitigation and contingency plans, and control.
Track and analyze key performance indicators (metrics). Take action to address issues and opportunities.
Ensure BOEs (Bases of Estimates) for project costs & schedules, product costs & performance margins are valid.
Comprehend, communicate, and manage Field Operations priorities.
Assist in managing department overhead budgets, and rates.
Be a proactive leader and make sound, effective, data-driven decisions.
Motivate, mentor, delegate, communicate clear, timely direction, and resolve team conflicts.
Ensure adherence to Company policies and processes.
Document and share best practices across Company.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in Flight/Field Operations
Minimum 12 years of direct experience in Flight/Field Operations; including 8 years management experience
Experience managing contracts with DoD
Proven ability to successfully manage high complexity, high risk, strategic programs, proposals and product lines
Experience interfacing directly with customers and executive leadership
Broad experience developing and managing successful technical teams
Track record of establishing and maintaining strong interpersonal relationships
Demonstrated excellence in verbal and written communication, with the ability to “think on one’s feet” in high pressure situations
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects successfully
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Operating Systems, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Must be able to obtain a Secret and likely a Top Secret clearance.
Benefits
AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.