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Aviation Services Director of Flight Operations

Location: Edwards Air Force Base, California: Palmdale, California Job ID: 2024-9215 Potential to Telecommute: No
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Overview

A 100% employee-owned and operated technology firm, Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Engineering & Transformation, Space Systems, Unmanned Systems, Flight Test Engineering, Modeling and Simulation, Cybersecurity, and DevOps for advanced defense and intelligence special programs. MTSI delivers first-choice capabilities to solve problems of global importance. We are proud of our proven track record of outstanding service and customer satisfaction.

We work hard to protect our reputation by providing quality technical and programmatic work and employing ethical, honest, and fair business practices. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

  • Full Time
  • Level: TS/SCI
  • Travel: Minimal (if any)

Success Profile

What makes a successful candidate? See if you have what it takes.

When you join our engineering team, you'll collaborate on some of the most advanced development programs for our Department of Defense (DoD) and intelligence customers. Together as a team, you will typically work on-site with our government customers to go above and beyond to deliver effective solutions. Come and join a 100% employee-owned workplace that encourages you to take control of your career success.

  • Collaborative
  • Communicator
  • Creative
  • Curious
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Versatile

Our Culture

Since 1993, co-founders have collaborated to put employees first and make our customers successful. When you work at a 100% employee-owned company, you're empowered to think and act like an owner. Whether you're interested in learning new skills or taking your career to the next level, we put our employees first so we can help make your professional goals happen. We believe that by investing in our people, we're investing in our company's future.

PLAN BENEFITS

  • Additional source of substantial retirement
    income
  • Employees share in ownership of MTSI without any personal contribution or
    investment
  • Our ESOP is the best way to ensure we
    maintain an enduring company
  • Participants receive both allocations of the annual company contributions and growth in account value as the shares of stock may appreciate

I take pride in watching the contribution
that our people have made toward national priorities.

Phil Soucy
Chairman of the Board
and Co-founder

Own your environment

See what it means to lead the nation’s defense and security.

Benefits

At MTSI, we want our employees to live their best lives – personally and professionally. That’s why we offer employee-driven, industry-leading benefits and compensation, so you can explore and pursue passions. Most full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

Responsibilities

Own Your Future.

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking an Director of Flight Operations to support Aviation Services at Edwards AFB.  

Why is MTSI known as a Great Place to Work?

  • Interesting Work:  Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.  
  • Values: Our first core value is that employees come first.  We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry. 
  • 100% Employee Ownership: we have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers.  It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.  
  • Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for: 
    • Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year
    • Flexible schedules
    • 6% 401k match with immediate vesting
    • Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)
    • Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account
    • Up to $10,000 in annual tuition reimbursement
    • Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance
    • Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan
  • Track Record of Success:  We have grown every year since our founding in 1993

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance.

MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities as the MTSI Director of Flight Operations may include:


• Operational Oversight: Direct and oversee daily operations of flight support services, including delegation activities associated with ground handling, fueling, and logistics. Primary services currently include chase and test support activities.
• Safety and Compliance: Ensure compliance with aviation regulations, safety standards, and MTSI’s policies to include F/GOPs and ORM in all operational activities. Contribute to the development of an MTSI equivalent FAA Safety Management System.
• Risk Management and Insurance: Analyze the operational liability framework. Propose alternate frameworks if appropriate and briefing leadership on the liability aspects for acceptance.
• Resource Management: Optimize resource allocation, including personnel and aircraft to maximize operational effectiveness and cost efficiency. Coordinate and schedule resources to meet customer requirements.
• Performance Monitoring: Implement or use existing systems to monitor operational performance metric, analyze trends, and make strategic recommendations.
• Customer Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with MTSI’s customers to understand their needs and ensure high levels of satisfaction.
• Team Leadership: Provide leadership and guidance to operational teams, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Emergency Response: Develop and implement contingency plans for aircraft incidents and disruptions in operations, ensuring quick resolution and minimal impact on service.
• Technology Integration: Drive the adoption of technology solutions to enhance operational efficiency, such as automated systems for scheduling, tracking, and reporting.
• Quality Assurance: Establish and maintain quality assurance processes to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality services to customers.
• Regulatory Compliance: Stay informed about changes in aviation regulations and ensure all operations comply with local and national requirements.
• Subcontractor Management: Manage relationships with subcontractors to ensure timely delivery and quality of products and services.
• Aircrew Supervision: Act as the MTSI Supervisor to our growing number of part time pilots operating under Aviation Services. Provide regular communication on Aviation Services activities and expected future events.
• Continuous Improvement: Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the operations team, seeking opportunities to streamline processes and enhance service delivery.
• Program Development: Develop processes and structure for future company-wide Flight Operations support branch.
• Operations: Gain appropriate qualifications to fly as Pilot-in-Command in support of customer aviation services
• Training: Develop and maintain appropriate training programs to ensure pilots (and other crewmembers) are fully trained and current to support operations

Qualifications:

Required:
• Graduate of a military pilot training course with no history of removal from flying status for cause.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience supporting military aviation activities
• Minimum of 3 years as a test pilot
• 1,000 hours total flight time
• Maturity and professionalism to interface with military and commercial customers of varying organizational levels.
• Work well in either a team environment or independently.
• Position requires willingness to accept changing and evolving roles & responsibilities in support of customers’ requirements and need.
• Driving motivation to build an industry-wide recognized high performing program
• FAA Commercial Pilot or Airline Transport Pilot single and multi-engine airplane with no history of FAA violations
• Ability to maintain an FAA 2nd Class Medical Certificate

Desired:
• Long course graduate of a military Test Pilot school
• Prior experience as Director of Operations in a flying organization, preferably GOCO- or COCO-operations
• FAA Flight Instructor Single and/or Multi-Engine Airplane

Education Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree required. Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field of study desired

Clearance Requirements:
Active Top Secret clearance required

Primary Work Location:
Edwards AFB, CA

Travel:
Approximately 10 - 25% travel may be required.

U.S. Citizenship is required.

The expected pay range for this position in California is $200,000/year to $240,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via MTSI's internal or external careers site.

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MTSI maintains an outstanding work environment that includes competitive compensation, outstanding benefits, the opportunity to be an employee-owner, and challenging work assignments with significant opportunities for advancement/career growth. To be considered for employment opportunities at MTSI, you must complete an online application.

EEO Statement: MTSI embraces nine core values including our first core value of Employees come first. Consistent with our Core Values, we are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law. MTSI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with MTSI and need special assistance or accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please send an e-mail with your request to jobs@mtsi-va.com. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation is made on a case-by-case basis.

MTSI posts all open positions of employment here on our official website Careers page. MTSI Recruiters will always make direct personal contact with candidates by either speaking directly via telephone call, face-to-face video conference, or in-person, and will never conduct interviews or extend offers of employment via text or using messaging applications. If you believe you may be the victim of employment fraud, we encourage you to contact the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) thru their website: reportfraud.ftc.gov.

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