{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"f2817a295ba0e1ae60077fb9","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f2817a295ba0e1ae60077fb9","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f2817a295ba0e1ae60077fb9","title":"Program Manager","description":"Company Overview:\nWork Where it Matters\nAkima Logistics Services (ALS), an Akima company, is not just another federal logistics contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.\nAt ALS, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.\nFor our shareholders, ALS provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.\nFor our government customers, ALS delivers aviation logistics and supply chain services to the Department of Defense and federal civilian government.\nAs an ALS employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options\nDescription:\nAkima Logistics Services (ALS) is looking for a Program Manager in the Location Edwards, California.\nResponsibilities:\nManages multiple and/or large programs to ensure that implementation and prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with specified objectives.\nManages the work activities for multiple programs to ensure satisfying delivery.\nManages the planning, scope definition, design, execution, and delivery.\nTracks progress against milestones, budgetary guidelines, or other performance indicators, and prepares reports to senior management.\nResponsible for managing activities of external consultants and/or vendors.\nIn-depth understanding of the field's concepts and principles.\nLeads and directs the work of other employees and has full authority for personnel decisions.\nSupervision may be provided through a team of subordinate supervisors and/or managers.\nAdministers departmental policies and procedures, evaluates results and performance, and assists with the development of new or modified budgets, strategic plans, or policies.\nThe Site Program Manager (SPM) serves as the the interface between the US Government and the company and acts on behalf of the company on matters relating to this contract and shall exercise management and operational control for all KC-46 Test Aircraft requirements in accordance with this PWS.\nThe SPM is responsible for the aircraft and all equipment maintenance required to ensure execution of the Performance Work Statement (PWS) to include aircraft maintenance, personnel, materials and inspections as well as launch and recovery of the aircraft.\nThese actions include supply, procurement, production control, quality control, component failure reports, and acquisition of commercial data.\nThis effort includes additional support, such as over and above (O&A) tasks; engineering services including development, test and FAA certification of modifications and installation of modifications; depot maintenance support, worldwide field team support, aircraft crash investigations, and damage repair; and submission and management of Air Force Form 107 for data and technical support to maintain the KC-46 aircraft.\nQualifications:\nAn active DoD Secret clearance is required for consideration.\n12+ years (Bachelors degree highly preferred); (or Masters Degree with 10) and aircraft maintenance management or aircraft program or project management experience required for consideration.\nBenefits Information: Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees. 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As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.\nAt ALS, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.\nFor our shareholders, ALS provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.\nFor our government customers, ALS delivers aviation logistics and supply chain services to the Department of Defense and federal civilian government.\nAs an ALS employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. 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