General and Operations Manager, Senior

StraCon Services Group, LLC is seeking a General and Operations Manager, Senior, to support CNAL Flyover Coordination in Norfolk, VA. This position is part of our Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD) Program. The General and Operations Manager, Senior acts as the overall lead, manager and administrator for the contracted effort. Serves as the primary interface and point of contact with Government program authorities on technical and program/project issues. The General and Operations Manager, Senior's duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following requirements.Essential Job Duties: Project and program level planning.Populate, update and revise program specific information.Provide products and assist with day-to-day operations of assigned projects.Support the manager and administrator for the contracted effort.Conduct market research.Ensure compliance with all relevant command and cyber policies.Provide senior level oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate with higher command levels (GS-12, O-6, and occasionally Flag/SES level) orally and in writing.Collect and analyze all data pertaining to simulator usage and prepare reports for CNAK and OPNAV.Provide expert advice on the interpretation and implementation of aviation and public facing policies issued by higher authority.Assist the CNAL Operations Officer, Operations Staff Officers and Aircrew Training Systems ATS civilians in the planning, organizing, and management of daily operations.Assist the Operations Officer in establishing and modifying all CNAF/CNAP/CNAL and the Unit-Level instructions and trainings protocols, metrics and evaluation criteria. Assist in the management of COMNAVAIRLANT Midshipman Programs.Provide ongoing review of flyover and associated programs reporting practices and methodology to identify areas for improvement.Route paperwork for waivers, quad slides, and Naval Message Traffic. Provide senior level oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate with higher command levels (GS-15, O-6, and occasionally Flag/SES level) orally and in writing. Provide expert advice on the interpretation and implementation of aviation and public facing policies issued by higher authority.Assist the CNAL Operations Officer, Operations Staff Officers and civilians in the planning, organizing, and management of daily operations.Assist the Operations Officer in establishing and modifying all CNAF/CNAP/CNAL and Unit-Level instructions and training protocols, metrics and evaluation criteria.Assist in the management of COMNAVAIRLANT Midshipman Programs.Provide ongoing review of flyover and associated programs reporting practices and methodology to identify areas for improvement.Route paperwork for waivers, quad slides, and Naval Message Traffic Travel Requirements:Occasional domestic travel. Experience Requirements: Candidate must have approximately 10 or more years of experience with Defense Department acquisition policies and procedures or like experience.The Contractor shall have a minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in communicating with military aircraftExperience should include project management or program management that includes: implementing policy, coordinating complex Navy procedures, and developing project budgets.The candidate should have some knowledge of and experience with Government contract and procurement procedures including new contract actions, contract modifications, and product procurement to ensure all life-cycle support requirements are satisfied.Possess the ability to coordinate and integrate the work activities of several different projects at any one time.Possess the ability to communicate with others effectively both orally and in writing in working out solutions to problems or questions relating to the Acquisition program.Experience with Navy/Military aviation systems.Should understand simulators and how they are incorporated into all the TMS that naval aviation uses.Have a minimum of "competent" knowledge in utilization of Google Earth or Fore Flight and developing KML files.Minimum of 1 year experience in staff work.Possess significant knowledge in FAA/ATC practices as related to military aircraft.Other Requirements:A valid driver's license.Education Requirements:BS or BA degree in arts or science. Business, economics, or management, Mater's degree preferred.Defense Acquisition University Level 3 or equivalent. Security Requirements:U.S. Citizenship requiredMust be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.About StraCon:StraCon is dedicated to supporting our government clients and warfighters by “Enhancing their Operational Capability”. With a proven track record, and an employee focused philosophy, we have developed a culture that believes in the talent of the individual. StraCon employees are empowered to “Make It Happen”. Since 2008, we have provided Program Management, Training Systems Products, Financial Management, Instructional System Design, Data Management, Courseware Development, Engineering, Logistics, Foreign Military Sales Support, and a variety other technical services for the Department of Defense. StraCon offers competitive benefits package including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans, as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and may be eligible for state or contract required paid time off programs.StraCon is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Employer