Aviation Management Specialist

7 days ago


Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq Leidos Full time
Job Overview

At Leidos, we are committed to delivering innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably.

Salary and Benefits

The estimated annual salary for this position is $81,735.00, based on the job requirements and industry standards. The actual salary may vary depending on factors such as experience, qualifications, and performance.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where you will have the chance to make a meaningful impact. As an Aviation Management Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring daily flight operations success, coordinating with a diverse team of professionals, and providing support and guidance to site functional leads.

You will be the focal point and continuity of information flow from the ICC to leaders on site, receiving, analyzing, and distributing customer daily tasking. Additionally, you will coordinate flight crew schedules, assist with the coordination of site scheduled activities, and prepare daily aircrew mission briefings.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of experience, or additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree. Proven contractor and/or military flight operations center experience is highly desirable. You must possess an active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI and ability to maintain.

Key Responsibilities
  • Work with a diverse team of professionals to ensure daily flight ISR operations success
  • Focal point and continuity of information flow from the ICC to leaders on site
  • Receive, analyze, and distribute customer daily tasking such as on-off station time, tasked locations, and objectives
  • Coordinate flight crew schedules with Pilots, Aerial Sensor Operators, and Maintenance personnel
  • Assist with the coordination of site scheduled activities amongst flight crews, subcontractors, and government personnel to ensure achievable operational plan
Requirements and Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of experience; additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree
  • Proven contractor and/or military flight operations center experience
  • Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI and ability to maintain
  • Extensive knowledge of OCONUS ISR flight operations management
  • Must have experience in scheduling, evaluating, and tracking all flight operations and associated personnel
  • Lead and manage the execution of aviation processes, projects, and tactical employment
Preferred Qualifications
  • Special Operations Aviation experience
  • Prior OCONUS rotation experience, particularly in CENTCOM or AFRICOM area of operations
  • In-depth knowledge of military operations, organization, terminology, and the execution of OCONUS ISR flight operations
  • Superior Administrative and Communication Skills


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