NIAR CAMO Coordinator

WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The CAMO Coordinator at Wichita State University’s NIAR Center for Aircraft Modification and Operations supports the Operations department in removing barriers to the progress of the assigned work scope. You will assist with workforce guidance and serve as a liaison to multiple support functions within a fast-paced aircraft hangar environment adjacent to McConnell AFB.

Coordinate meetings for special topics requiring cross-functional inputs and manage governance for the assigned scope while

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude or interest in aircraft.
• Reliability and responsiveness.
• Team-oriented mindset.
• Strong work ethic and initiative.
• Safety awareness.
• Time management and multitasking.

Responsibilities

• Assist Operations in removing barriers to progress of the assigned work scope.
• Provide workforce guidance and first-line communication.
• Serve as liaison to Engineering, Methods, Material Logistics and Quality.
• Coordinate meetings for cross-functional topics and monitor governance.
• Act as SME to educate staff on policies and procedures.
• Support CAMO programs by maintaining databases and monitoring criteria.

Skills

Organizational skills

Instruction following

Mechanical aptitude

Reliability

Teamwork

Work ethic

Safety awareness

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Department

NIAR Center for Aircraft Modification and Operations

Location

Wichita, KS-WSU McConnell

Export Compliance Requirement

This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a "U.S. Person".

Job Story

In a hangar adjacent to McConnell AFB that once housed Boeing Air Force One modification facilities, the CAMO team at NIAR provides production design, initial and Supplemental Type Certification, instrumentation installation, modifications and field support/repair. We are looking for a Coordinator to join our fast-growing team!

Job Summary

• The CAMO Coordinator assists Operations department in removing barriers to the progress of the assigned work scope.
• Assists operations with workforce guidance and first line communication.
• Serves as a liaison to support functions including but not isolated to Engineering, Methods, Material Logistics and Quality.
• Coordinates meetings for Special topics that require cross-functional inputs. Manages and monitors governance for assigned work scope.

Job Duties

• Serves as a subject matter expert in a functional area; educates staff to ensure consistent and equitable application of policies and procedures.
• Supports the programs and services provided by the CAMO by performing varied or related processes which may include creating and maintaining databases and websites, monitoring, facilitating, and enforcing compliance with established criteria, guidelines and standards, etc.
• Problem solves and troubleshoot to resolve issues.
• Provides education and/or training to ensure the effectiveness of the program.
• Compiles data and reports; provides status updates and reports as needed

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude or interest in aircraft
• Reliability and responsiveness
• Team-oriented mindset
• Strong work ethic and initiative
• Safety awareness
• Time management and multitasking

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in a warehouse, maintenance, or aircraft environment
• Familiarity with hand tools and basic shop equipment
• Forklift certification, or ability and willingness to obtain certification

Environmental Factors

• Active aircraft hangar environment with exposure to noise, moving equipment, and varying temperatures.
• Requires use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection.

Additional Information

This position requires a valid driver’s license

Must be at least 16 years old

Physical Requirements

• Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods.