EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY with L-3com in the U.S. Production Manager - AMSS/AMC - Requisition ID 056117 United States Description BASIC FUNCTION SUMMARY Manages and coordinates maintenance/production activities at assigned location. Controls, coordinates, and establishes priorities based on production schedule and aligns the efforts of Supply, Quality Control, component repair activities, and other sections as required. Plan, project, manage and analyze resource requirements and preposition supplies based on flying hour program and/or requirements. Supervises and coordinates the scheduling of aircraft to meet mission and training requirements and ensures the timely and accurate reporting of aircraft and equipment status. Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease cycle time and streamline work processes, and works cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Participates, as a member of management team, in formulating and establishing organizational policies and operating procedures for the company. Implements, coordinates, and manages all aspects of Production at assigned location. Provides leadership to personnel through effective goal setting, delegation, and communication. Aligns goals of the section with the departments and companys goals, policies, and strategies. Manages aircraft and plans, schedules, and controls all maintenance at assigned location. Assigns maintenance test pilot workload and priority. Conducts production meetings to direct maintenance effort and coordinate the efforts across three shifts; coordinates work input to the maintenance sections, assigns priorities, and aligns resources within the production process. Plan, project, and provide for total material requirements. Monitors aircraft time-change component schedule to ensure replacement components are ordered according to flying hour requirements. Coordinates with flight and maintenance departments as necessary to schedule safe and mission capable aircraft to meet training requirements. Monitors and maintains records of flight hours and condition of assigned aircraft. Ensures data is input accurately into automated system to reflect aircraft availability, aircraft status, and hours flown. Coordinates and schedules requirements with the next higher level of maintenance for all work beyond units capability. Controls and monitors the controlled exchange program and ensures data is input into automated system for 1352 reporting. Controls and coordinates aircraft assignments, MWO applications, and HUREVAC/severe weather plans. Conducts statistical analysis to accurately depict the status of all maintenance operations, including man-hour expenditures, overtime, aircraft availability and utilization rates, and maintenance backlogs. Analyzes data to detect trends and problem areas. Monitors aircraft availability, reject rates, aircraft status and hours flown, controlled exchange, and material demand and satisfaction rates. Compiles and analyzes data to detect trends and implements appropriate corrective action. Assures sufficient manpower, technical data, tools, supplies, and equipment are available for planned work and shift coverage. Assures all labor and materials are being used and maintained in the proper manner and are allocated to the correct job and work order number. Interprets directives, manuals, procedures, or other instructions affecting aircraft, vehicle, and equipment records. Initiates appropriate actions required by the Armys Maintenance Management System relating to aircraft, vehicle, and equipment records. Implements and enforces Company policies and procedures pertaining to the promotion, training, discipline and termination of employees. Ensures that all employees possess the qualifications and certifications necessary to perform their jobs. Trains, develops, counsels and motivates subordinates; represents the Company at personnel-related hearings, investigations, and bargaining talks. Implements and enforces a sound and effective industrial, ground, and aviation safety program and a fully compliant environmental program at assigned location. Maintains a working relationship and act as a liaison with internal and external customers in order to maintain a high level of cooperation and service. Conducts investigations into customer complaints relating to contractual deficiencies within the Production Department. Performs root cause analysis, and recommends and implements appropriate corrective actions. Plays an active part in problem resolution, communicating plan to customers, and following up to ensure problems are resolved. Identifies and ensures customer requirements are met, and assesses and analyzes data to determine customer satisfaction. Ensures that policies are in accordance with evolving regulations, legal requirements, and industry trends. Reports all deviations from established policies or procedures, changes caused by the contractor, federal, or state requirements, or non-compliance with regulations and changes. Ensures summaries, analyses, and other data necessary to determine the quality of the overall maintenance effort is submitted to the Field Manager. Evaluates technical publications concerned with logistical practices and participates in activities of related professional organizations to update knowledge of program developments. Evaluates reports, decisions, and results of section in relation to established goals. Recommends new approaches, policies, and procedures to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the organization, while lowering costs. Qualifications QUALIFICATION STANDARDS The incumbent must have a high school diploma or equivalent. The incumbent must have successfully completed formal training conducted by the U.S. Army or Armed Forces equivalent, or training courses conducted by industry or civilian institutions. The incumbent must possess a Bachelors degree from an accredited institution in a related field and possess 7 years aviation maintenance experience; or have an Associates Degree in field and possess 10 years aviation maintenance experience; or have a high school diploma or GED and possess 15 years aviation maintenance experience. Three to five years supervisory experience is required. Production Managers assigned to any FAA commercial, and/or nonstandard military aircraft project, must possess a valid Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate. The individual must be technically knowledgeable with respect to production and inspection systems/plans, regulatory standards, project management, and general production principles. He or she must have thorough knowledge of Army and commercial aviation maintenance practices and regulations. The incumbent must have demonstrated the ability to coordinate the activities of different departments, or agencies, to ensure to the timely support of the maintenance process. The incumbent must have a results oriented commitment to the continuing evolution of the maintenance program. This requires combining common sense, application of practical experience, and a technical knowledge base in developing, implementing and leading the department in meeting corporate strategic and day-to-day objectives. The incumbent must possess leadership and management skills and must be highly motivated and have a proven track record demonstrating adaptability to change and the ability to respond to challenges in a changing environment. The incumbent must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of employees throughout the organization. He or she must also be able to develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external customers. The incumbent must be able to meet any Government/Company licensing/qualification requirements for the position and obtain the level of Industrial Security Clearance required by the Government. The incumbent must be knowledgeable of problem solving techniques and have knowledge of ISO 9000 Quality Management System. The incumbent must have excellent prioritization, organization, analytical and decision-making skills. He or she must be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. The incumbent must be computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Physical Demands: This classification activity, while normally accomplished in an office environment, does have duties that require the individual to work outside the office environment. Typical physical demands or activities include climbing, standing, bending, stooping, pushing, kneeling, reaching and walking. May be required to lift objects whose weight normally will not exceed 10 pounds. Special vision abilities required to perform this job are close vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus. Work Environment: The work conditions are normally those of a standard office environment where there is little physical discomfort. During the performance of duties outside the office environment, the diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, to an environment where inclement weather may subject individual to changes in temperature and weather. May be exposed to areas where high noise hazards prevail. May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles. May be exposed to electrical shock hazards. May work near moving mechanical parts. LICENSING, CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Formal/Specialized Training or Equivalent Security Clearance # Valid State Drivers License # FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate # US Security Clearance Required: Other Schedule : Full-time Shift : Rotating Travel : No
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