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Yulista Holding LLC · 3 months ago

Senior Aviation Program Manager

Yulista Holding LLC is a company focused on providing aircraft maintenance and support services. They are seeking a Senior Program Manager to oversee the AFRC Task Order, ensuring effective execution of aircraft operations, logistics, and support equipment while maintaining customer satisfaction and contract compliance.

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Responsibilities

Serves as the overall Senior Program Manager for the AFRC Task Order under the CHARLES contract
Acts as the single point of contact for all AFRC Task Order contract matters, with full responsibility for the safe, effective, and efficient execution of aircraft maintenance, logistics, support equipment, and flight crew support operations
Provides leadership and oversight of all Yulista personnel and subcontractors supporting the three primary AFRC task areas: Aircraft Operations Support (AOS), Aerospace Ground Support Equipment (AGSE), and Aircraft Flight Crew Support (AFCS)
The AFRC Senior Program Manager has ultimate accountability for program execution, customer satisfaction, and contract compliance
Key responsibilities include: Contract Leadership & Representation
Serves as the contractor’s single authorized representative, empowered to interface directly with the Government Contracting Officer (KO), Contracting Officer’s Representative(s) (COR), and NASA AFRC customer leadership
Maintains open, transparent communication to ensure alignment with customer mission objectives
Task Order Management & Successful Execution (Deliveries)
Establishes and manages cost, schedule, and performance risks for all task areas to attain exceptional CPARS ratings
Identifies, tracks, and mitigates risks related to safety, technical performance, cost, and schedule
Directs both internal staff and subcontractor site managers to achieve operational success across AOS, AGSE, and AFCS CLINs
Holds full authority for hiring, terminating, and managing Yulista personnel assigned to AFRC Task Order
Accountable for program financials, including budget management, profit and loss performance, and resource allocation
Ensures safe, compliant, and effective operations across all assigned functions
Develops and refines processes to improve efficiency, quality, and mission support
Establishes and monitors performance metrics to assure compliance, customer satisfaction, and attainment of company objectives
Conducts regular program reviews, prepares agendas and reports, and ensures timely communication of results
Customer Engagement
Serve as the primary point of contact for customer interactions and communications
Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key stakeholders
Understand customer objectives, requirements, and feedback to ensure alignment with program goals
Lead regular customer status meetings, briefings, and reviews
Proactively address customer concerns and resolve issues in a timely manner
Identify opportunities for value-added services and potential program growth
Team Leadership & Development
Foster a positive and productive workplace culture
Provide day-to-day leadership and support for team members across the program
Monitor employee engagement, morale, and performance, addressing issues promptly
Partner with HR to support employee development, conflict resolution, and recognition efforts
Encourage open communication and provide mentorship and guidance to team members
Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning
This position has direct reports and performs exempt level decision making including interviewing, hiring, terminating, performance reviews, and performance corrections
This position has the responsibility and authority to carry out assigned tasks
Directly supervises assigned Yulista personnel and provides leadership to subcontractor site managers
Exercises full authority to assign, direct, and evaluate work performance
Responsible for maintaining a safe, compliant, and respectful workplace aligned with company values and contractual requirements

Qualification

Program ManagementAircraft OperationsTeam LeadershipCustomer EngagementPMP CertificationRisk ManagementAnalytical SkillsTechnical DocumentationInterpersonal SkillsCommunication Skills

Required

Minimum of 10 years' of program management in high performance aircraft operations
Active or previous Secret clearance
Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening
Experience working within Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) environments
Familiar with AS9100 & AS9110 quality requirements
Formal technical training or on the job training in DoD Acquisitions and manufacturing procurement experience

Preferred

PMP Certification preferred
Bachelor's degree is desired

Company

Yulista Holding LLC

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Yulista Holding LLC is an aviation & aerospace firm providing modernization and service life extension of rotaryand fixed wing aircraft.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Josh Herren
Chief Executive Officer
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