Beyond New Horizons · 4 weeks ago
Engineering Group Manager - Engine Test Facility Plant
Beyond New Horizons (BNH) is committed to providing Test Operations and Sustainment services for the Arnold Engineering Development Complex. The Group Manager will oversee the Operations and Maintenance of the Engine Test Facility Plant, ensuring the plant infrastructure is ready for reliable operation to support testing efforts.
Defense & Space
Responsibilities
Responsible for managing the test and sustainment mission requirements of the Test Operations and Sustainment (TOS) contract
Coordinates and supervises the DBA maintenance and investment activities for the assigned plant grouping. Responsible for interpreting, organizing, coordinating and executing these activities from a technical, as well as a resource staffing point of view
Develops/Reviews estimates, project plans, and schedules for the TOS responsibilities
Ensures coordination, engagement, and leads team participation with the Capital Improvements Team and capital and other projects supporting capability and capacity improvements, development and integration
Review and approve asset documentation; risk assessment and hazard analyses, work instructions, and other technical documentation as required
Forecasts engineering, skilled craft and support staff requirements and provides inputs to branch management and directorate
Develops technically agile talent by assigning tasks to the engineering staff and engaging in ongoing evaluation of performance
Works closely with the Capital Improvements project team to ensure successful execution
Performs technical and managerial review of asset documentation including Operations and Maintenance (O&M) hazard analyses and work instructions for facility assets
Supports the use of common work processes and procedures to ensure Operations and Maintenance/ Sustainment and Asset Health Assurance (AHA) efforts are consistent with other areas across the TOS contract
Supports long-term planning goals for facility sustainment and modernization
Conducts assessments of performance, including annual performance reviews, in accordance with approved BNH procedures and holds career development discussions
Provides direction to supervisors and craft superintendents for tasks required to support area mission
Champions the creation of a work environment which fosters openness, trust, communications, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction
Exemplifies the company core value and covenant of safety in all aspects of job including wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in accordance with company policy
It is a condition of employment to wear company issued PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy
Performs other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
BS Degree in Engineering or other technical discipline plus a minimum of 10 years' progressive and relevant experience in plant/testing environments at AEDC
Must be able to maintain a Department of Defense Secret level security clearance and access to the AEDC local area network
Due to Air Force Security requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required for employment at AEDC
Preferred
BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering plus a minimum of 10 years' engineering experience. Additional relevant education can be substituted for a portion of the experience
Prior experience/familiarity in ground test operations and maintenance processes or complex, dynamic industrial operations
Ability to work under schedule pressure and manage the team's workload
Ability and desire to mentor, develop, and lead diverse talent across disciplines and experience levels while encouraging innovation and new ideas
Ability to develop and maintain trusted relationships with reports, client, and management
Knowledge and demonstrated practice of related safety and security measures and setting a good example for others
Ability to perform in a dynamic work environment and adjust accordingly to meet mission needs
Advanced certifications (PE, PMP, CMRP, etc.)
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
Experience leading continual improvement culture
Benefits
Competitive salaries
Continuing education assistance
Multiple healthcare benefits packages
401K with employer matching
Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule
Company
Beyond New Horizons
Beyond New Horizons (BNH) is a fully populated joint venture led by Engineering Research and Consulting (ERC) now doing business as Astrion Group (Astrion), in partnership with Fluor Corporation.
Funding
Current Stage
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