Department Manager II

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S
Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II
JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, space and weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges
For work specific to Colorado Springs, JT4 supports the National Space Test and Training Complex (NSTTC) -- Electronic Domain portion of the range JOB SUMMARY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES Department Manager II specifically for the 25th Space Range Squadron (25SRS) and serves as the manager of a technical or administrative-focused department and is responsible for the organization, tasking, prioritization, and supervision of all personnel within the department
Manager will lead, direct and administer the programs of a technical and administrative nature to accomplish the functional task and overall development of the section
Employee will be responsible for performing the following functions/duties:
• Work directly with the 25SRS Commander to understand intent and vision
• Provide leadership to the team that includes vision, objectives and encouragement
• Establish technical and procedural guidelines to meet the needs of the work unit/section in accordance with company and customer requirements
• Manage the technical performance of work assigned to the department
• Maintain current operational status information and assessments on projects, budgets, and development plans
• Evaluate and make adjustments in procedures or reassign priorities to projects/tasks as needed to keep all activities on schedule and within budgetary limits
• Oversee and monitor unit compliance with Quality Assurance and process improvement goals and standards
• Assure appropriate training is provided to unit personnel to promote continuous improvement of services to the customer
• Interview potential new job candidates and make decisions or recommend personnel actions such as hiring, discipline, and termination
• Interact and coordinate with the customer on a personal basis, as required, to ensure all customer requirements or agreements are being met to their satisfaction
• Periodically evaluate the performance of all subordinate supervisors and scientific or technical professionals
• Perform a variety of other related managerial tasks as needed or as requested by the range manager or other senior managers
• Perform other job-related duties, as required PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Top Secret Clearance
• Experience with Space Systems and Operations
• Contract Management
• PMP Certification REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE A bachelor's degree, or equivalent formal academic or technical training and experience, and an in-depth knowledge of the principles of advanced management obtained through formal or self-study, or in-depth working knowledge of related career fields such as technical trades or scientific and engineering professions and 12 years of experience in one of the related fields and a minimum of 4 years of experience in a managerial or supervisory role are required for this position
In addition, a Department Manager II must possess the following qualifications • Understanding of the operational philosophy and business nature the company
• Familiar with computer-based management tools
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Planning/organizational skills
• Ability to work under deadlines SALARY The expected salary range for this position is $115,000 to $170,000 annually
Note: The salary range offered for this position is a good faith description of the expected salary range this role will pay
JT4, LLC considers factors such as (but not limited to) responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer
BENEFITS
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Benefits Active on Day 1
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match
• JT4 will match 50%, up to an 8% contribution
• 100% Immediate Vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in a typical office environment with no unusual hazards
Occasional lifting (up to 30 pounds), constant sitting while using the computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, and constant mental alertness are required
Travel to remote company work locations may be required
DISLCAIMER The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this classification
They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of persons so classified
Tasking is in support of a Federal Government Contract that requires U.S
citizenship
Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver's license, or other licenses/certifications, and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license, or certification may affect an employee's ability to maintain employment
SCC: JABO33; A2STTR Company Profile JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S
Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II
JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges JOB SUMMARY -- Essential Functions/Duties A Department Manager II serves as the manager of a technical or administrative-focused department and is responsible for the organization, tasking, prioritization, and supervision of all personnel within the section
Employee leads the section and directs and administers the programs of a technical and administrative nature to accomplish the functional task and overall development of the section
Employee will be responsible to perform the following functions/duties:
• Establish technical and procedural guidelines to meet the needs of the work unit/section in accordance with company and customer requirements
• Manage the technical performance of work assigned to the department
• Maintain current operational status information and assessments on projects, budgets, and development plans
• Evaluate and make adjustments in procedures or reassign priorities to projects/tasks as needed to keep all activities on schedule and within budgetary limits
• Oversee and monitor unit compliance with Quality Assurance and process improvement goals and standards
• Assure appropriate training is provided to unit personnel to promote continuous improvement of services to the customer
• Interview potential new job candidates and make decisions or recommend personnel actions such as hiring, discipline, and termination
• Interact and coordinate with the customer on a personal basis, as required, to ensure all customer requirements or agreements are being met to their satisfaction
• Periodically evaluate the performance of all subordinate supervisors and scientific or technical professionals
• Perform a variety of other related managerial tasks as needed or as requested by the range manager or other senior managers
• Perform other job-related duties, as required
Other Responsibilities Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job
Working Conditions Work is performed in a typical office environment with no unusual hazards
Occasional lifting (up to 30 pounds), constant sitting while using the computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, and constant mental alertness are required
Travel to remote company work locations may be required
Requirements -- Education, Technical, and Work Experience A bachelor's degree, or equivalent formal academic or technical training and experience, and an in-depth knowledge of the principles of advanced management obtained through formal or self-study, or in-depth working knowledge of related career fields such as technical trades or scientific and engineering professions and 12 years of experience in one of the related fields and a minimum of four years of experience in a managerial or supervisory role are required for this position
In addition, a Department Manager I must possess the following qualifications:
• Understanding of the operational philosophy and business nature of the company
• Familiar with computer-based management tools
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Planning/organizational skills
• Ability to work under deadlines
Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this classification
They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of persons so classified
Tasking is in support of a Federal Goverment Contract that requires U.S
citizenship
Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver's license, or other licenses / certification, and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license, or certification may affect and employee's ability to maintain employment
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