Airfield Management Shift Lead (AMSL) (USN) – Ascension Island

Versar, Inc.; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Versar Global Solutions seeks a full-time Airfield Management Shift Lead (AMSL) to oversee day-to-day airfield operations at Ascension Auxiliary Airfield under BOS and MSS contracts in support of DoD requirements.

You will coordinate with aircraft crews, ATC, and base agencies, provide NOTAMs, weather and flight-following services, and ensure safety and quality for customers. Strong IT skills and prior AMSL/AMOS experience preferred; U.S. security clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• Must have computer skills and be able to operate a variety of computer programs.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English fluently.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license with 12 months validity from on-site date.
• Must maintain a valid passport with 12 months validity.
• Must be able to gain and maintain authorized entry onto US military installations.
• Must meet DoD medical requirements to live/work at Ascension Island.
• Must be able to perform each essential job duty; reasonable accommodations may be made.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with aircraft crews, ATC, and base agencies for safe operation.
• Provide NOTAM, airfield weather, and flight following information.
• Direct and assist aircrews with flight planning and operations.
• Coordinate billeting, refueling, transport, and services for aircrews.
• Perform RS0&I functions for transiting aircraft and crews.
• Supervise airfield management activities and equipment within area of responsibility.
• Plan and oversee additional services (airfield projects, UAS, FARP).
• Assist Airfield Commanders and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Computer skills

English fluency

Travel ability

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

This Opportunity

Seeking a full-time Airfield Management Shift Lead (AMSL) in support of Base Operations Services (BOS) and Mission Support Services (MSS) at Ascension Auxiliary Airfield (AAAF). Join our team and grow with us as we provide best in-class services that help clients solve their most complex challenges.

This Opportunity

Seeking a full-time Airfield Management Shift Lead (AMSL) in support of Base Operations Services (BOS) and Mission Support Services (MSS) at Ascension Auxiliary Airfield (AAAF). Join our team and grow with us as we provide best in-class services that help clients solve their most complex challenges.

Your Impact

Airfield Management Shift Lead (AMSL) is responsible for all airfield operations functions and activities. Coordinates and oversees the day-to-day operations, maintenance, personnel, and services at assigned airfield, ensuring safety and quality to the customer.

• Coordinate with aircraft crews, air traffic control, and various base agencies that provide for safe operation of aircraft in the airfield environment and through national and international airspace
• Procure, maintain, and produce information on the safe operation of aircraft through the national and international airspace system
• Provide Notice to Airmen (NOTAM), local airfield and navigational status, weather information, and flight following services
• Direct, assistand provide aircrews with information and services to accomplish operational activities relating to airfield management and flight planning
• Coordinate with other agencies to meet aircrew requirements for billeting, messing, refueling, transportation, and transient aircraft maintenance
• Performs “Reception, Staging, Onward movement and Integration” (RSO&I) functions for transiting aircraft and crews
• Performs and supervises airfield management activities and oversees equipment and material within the assigned area of responsibility
• Plans and oversees the execution of any additional services requested by the customer (i.e., Airfield projects, UAS operations, FARP operations, etc.)
• Assist the Airfield Commanders or Senior Airfield Authority (SAA) to the extent possible within the scope of the Contract;
• Perform other qualified duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Must have computer skills and be able to operate a variety of computer programs.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English fluently
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license from their home country with validity for 12 months from on-site employment date.
• Must maintain a valid passport from their home country with validity for 12 months from the on-site employment date
• Must be able to gain and maintain authorized entry onto US military installations.
• Must meet United States Department of Defense medical requirements necessary to live and work at Ascension Island
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodation May be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Additional Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, instructions, and directives pertaining to airfield planning and design criteria, aircraft operations, and airfield management
• Must be a USN with a SECRET security clearance
• 3 years of experience executing Airfield Management Operations Supervisor (AMOS) and/or Shift Lead (AMSL) lead duties and responsibilities IAW 1C7 Career Field Education and Training Plan (CFETP) and AFMAN 13-204 v1 & DAFMAN 13-204 v2, and already possess a USAF AMSL/AMOS certification (or have equivalent education and experience) executing Airfield Management duties that correlate to tasks in the Airfield Management Operations Coordinator (AMOC) and AMSL/AMOS Position Certification Guide (PCG).
• The only current acceptable civilian equivalent is the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) Airport Certified Employee (ACE). Personnel with prior U.S. Army, Navy, or Marine experience must provide training records and certificates from their respective branch detailing equivalency. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures
• Knowledge of ICAO and/or United States federal and military air regulations, flight data, and NOTAM systems preferred
• Familiar with navigational aids, basic aircraft design characteristics, fundamentals of meteorology, and principles of organization, purpose, operation, and management of airfield operational areas
• Ability to identify, analyze, and translate complex information, making appropriate judgments, and evaluating options concerning airfield operations and maintenance
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Knowledge of US military operations and contracting support in a contingency environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Advanced organizational skills, computer literacy, and demonstrated expertise of research methodologies
• Additional knowledge/skill requirements may be required by assignment or contract
• Previous experience with runway construction and repair preferred
• Prefer sound civilian/military management background displaying ability to staff, organize, lead and manage a diverse work force
• Assigned to overseas locations where living and working conditions at the assignment location could be remote, with long hours, exposure to weather, dust, and hazardous/harsh conditions
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally

Role Characteristics

• Great interpersonal skills.
• Customer service oriented.
• Team player.
• Ability to multi-task.

Who We Are

Headquartered in Washington, DC, Versar Global Solutions provides full mission lifecycle solutions for challenges faced by our government and commercial Customers in the natural, built, and digital environments. With team members around the world, and a rich legacy spanning more than 50 years, Versar Global Solutions delivers a broad array of planning, analysis and risk management solutions, project and program management, operations and maintenance services, and information technology applications for environmental management and remediation projects, mission critical facilities and installations, and in support of readiness and contingency operations.

EEO Commitment

Versar Global Solutions is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Versar Global Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Versar Global Solutions expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran. Improper interference with the ability of Versar Global Solutions employees to perform their job duties is not tolerated.