WASS Air Ops Officer OCONUS

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The Worldwide Aviation Support Services (WASS) program, an AAR business, headquartered in Rockledge, FL, provides global, world-class expeditionary and conventional aviation solutions to the US Department of State Air Wing.

Role Description:

Responsible for the Aviation Support Service Program to the U.S. Embassy Country Team and the DOS INL-A customers in support of their aviation program requirements within the assigned country by FW and or RW aircraft. Provide support and administrative functions necessary for the safe, efficient, effective operation of Aviation Support Services and Embassy Air Operations Program at the Main Operating Base MOB, Forward Operating Base FOB and other locations as directed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support operations of a fleet of fixed-wing and or rotary-wing aircraft to support domestic and international air movements and aerial operations at the site location.
• Ensure operational requirements are safely accomplished in accordance with customers established standards and operating procedures.
• Prepare customer briefings and serve as the in country subject matter expert.
• Assist site manager in force protection, the security team, aircraft loaders, weapons, life support equipment and intelligence.
• Support inter-theater airlift for the embassy in addition to the primary intra-theater airlift requirements.
• Assist the In-Country Team in following established company policies and coordinates the enforcement of those policies.
• Confer with administrative personnel and government regulatory agencies to propose revision and adoption of rules and procedures governing in-country flight operation and other operational activities.
• Coordinate with functional leaders and Site Managers to ensure that aircraft and equipment are available when and where required.
• Ensure all documentation required by the Program is properly accomplished and communicated to the correct authority.
• Ensure that sufficient resources are available for employees to perform effectively.
• Coordinate with functional leaders to address disciplinary issues in country.
• Assist in the selection of site management personnel for key positions.
• Assist countrywide support personnel that perform the countrywide functions such as Intelligence, Physical Security, Operational Security, Force Protection, Armorers and Aircrew Life Support Equipment ALSE.
• Ensure mission orders are consistent with and in support of contract obligations.
• Ensure required operating reports such as submission of pilot training and proficiency records, flight schedule reports and all other documents are submitted to the functional managers in a timely manner to meet company and FAA timeliness.
• Assist in the management of operations personnel and activities on a day-to-day basis.
• Assist the manager in establishing and maintaining the approved company ground and flight training programs for operations personnel. 
• Participate in the coordination of planning and staffing flight missions.
• Maintain strong relationships with key customers and vendors.
• Maintain and update flight schedules and flight logs.
• Monitor crew schedules to ensure assignments for schedules are in accordance with personnel qualifications for type of aircraft, federal safety and operational regulations, and company policy.
• Track and maintain flight hour program.
• Update data cards for radio navigations systems monthly.
• Confer with administrative personnel, government regulatory agencies to propose revision and adoption of rules and procedures governing flight operation activities.
• Position requires a U.S. security clearance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications: 

Bachelors degree from a four-year college or university in a related field and or combination of education and related experience.

Minimum of 5 years of flight operations management experience

Minimum of 1 year performing duties with similar responsibilities managing aviation operations.

Thorough knowledge of HN, ICAO and Federal Aviation Administration regulations and other appropriate guidelines pertaining to the contract operation.

• Position requires a U.S. security clearance.
  RW applicants
  • 1,500 total rotary wing flight hours.
  • 500 hours of turbine engine time.
  • Night Vision Goggle, NVG qualified with 300 hours of NVG experience.
  FW applicants
  • 1,500 total fixed wing flight hours.
  • 500 hours of turbine multi-engine time.
  • 250 hours multi-engine Pilot-in-Command time.
  • Conversant in English.
  • Conversant in Spanish Level L-2, R-2 required in LATAM Programs.
  • Qualification in assigned aircraft before or incident to assignment.
  • FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate in respective type aircraft.
  • FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
  • Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
• Ability to pass physical screening. 
• Passport with 18 months remaining. 

Compensation and Benefits: 

• Salaried Position.
• 90/30 Rotation and a 48 hour work week.
• Competitive salary and bonus package.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

AAR is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from people of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, or expressions. We are dedicated to the health and safety of our people, our customers, and the communities where we live and work.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.