Rotary Wing Site Manager

Amentum company; Westphalia (MD); On-site; USD 130,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum seeks a Rotary Wing Site Manager to support the Program Manager in planning, directing, and monitoring the program to ensure objectives are met, including cost, schedule, and technical performance.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, 10+ years in the field with 5+ years in supervision, FAR knowledge, and strong leadership. Domestic and international travel and a U.S. Secret Security Clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration/management or equivalent related experience.
• Ten or more years of experience in a related field.
• Five or more years of supervisory experience.
• Ability to develop and maintain excellent customer relationships.
• Knowledge of the FAR.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills to support site operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook software.
• Strong interpersonal skills including negotiation, interpersonal, and project management.
• Ability to interface with various levels of employees and management.
• Living and working conditions could be remote and uncomfortable at assignment location.
• Long hours and exposure to weather and hazardous conditions.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage the program to fulfill contractual obligations including cost, quality and schedules.
• Assist in all phases of programs from inception through completion.
• Coordinate subordinate recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, and salary/disciplinary actions.
• Responsible for cost, schedule and technical performance of programs or subsystems.
• Coordinate the preparation of proposals, budgets and contract terms; participate in contract negotiations.
• Act as primary customer contact for program activities and lead program reviews.
• Develop new business or expand product lines with the customer.
• Plan and schedule, identify problems and implement solutions with resources.
• Direct the work of employees assigned to the program.
• Coordinate/approve local operating and personnel actions within corporate guidelines.
• Responsible for contract administrative functions including safety, security and labor reporting.
• Ensure adherence to performance standards and site discipline.
• Manage monetary resources to keep the contract within budget.

Skills

Ten+ years exp

5+ years supervision

Customer relations

FAR knowledge

Organizational skills

Negotiation

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Travel willingness

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration/management or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

The Rotary Wing Site Manager assists the Program Manager in planning, directing, controlling and monitoring their assigned program to ensure satisfactory completion of the program objectives.

Essential Responsibilities

• Manage the program to ensure fulfillment of contractual obligations including cost, quality and schedules while maintaining company profit goals.
• Assist in all phases of programs from inception through completion.
• Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary and recognition/disciplinary actions.
• Responsible for the cost, schedule and technical performance of company programs or subsystems of major programs.
• Coordinate the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract; participate in the negotiation of contract and contract changes.
• Act as primary customer contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule and technical performance.
• Develop new business or expands the product line with the customer.
• Master plans and schedules, identifies program problems and obtains solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications. Establish milestones and monitors adherent
• Direct the work of employees assigned to the program from technical and administrative areas.
• Coordinate and/or approves local operating and personnel actions, policies and procedures within the generalized framework of overall corporate guidelines.
• Responsible for contract administrative functions including safety, security and labor reporting.
• Ensure adherence to established standards of individual performances and site discipline.
• Manage monetary resources in such a manner to keep the contract within budget guidelines and meet all budget objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration/management or equivalent related experience, highly desired.
• Ten (10) or more years’ experience in related field.
• Five (5) or more years’ supervisory experience.
• Ability to develop and maintain excellent customer relationships.
• Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
• Strong organizational and analytical skills to support site operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook software.
• Strong interpersonal skills including negotiation, interpersonal, and project management.
• Ability to effectively interface with various levels of employees and management.
• Living and working conditions at assignment location could be remote and uncomfortable.
• Long hours, exposure to weather and hazardous conditions.
• Personnel should be aware of moving on short notice and under adverse conditions.
• Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for up to twelve (12) hours per day and sit for up to eight (8) hours per day.
• Place of duty and environmental conditions can be extremely austere, harsh and work can be performed under hostile and life‑threatening conditions.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain a United States Secret Security Clearance. NOTE: United States citizenship is required to obtain/maintain a United States Secret Security Clearance.

Compensation & Benefits

The base salary range for this position is $130K to $135K. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training

Compensation Details

130K-135K

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good‑faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax‑saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara‑O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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