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Program Summary

KBR, through the AFCAP V Program,assiststhe U.S. Air Force by offering Southwest Asia Transient Aircraft Services (SWA TAS). These servicesfacilitateessentialaircraftarrivals and departuresservicesfor United States and Coalition Forces. Alongside SWA Transient Aircraft Services, KBR delivers Engineering Support, NTV Leasing, LAMS, Power Production, BOS-I, and a range of quality-of-life solutions that help sustain base operations.

Job Summary

The Site Manageris responsible forthe day-to-day management, coordination, and performance of all Transient Aircraft Services (TAS) operations at an assigned location within the Southwest Asia Area of Responsibility (AOR). Reporting directly to the Lead Site Manager, the Site Manager ensuresaircraftservicing operations are executed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS), contractual requirements, applicable Technical Orders, airfield safety standards, and U.S. Government/U.S. Air Force directives.

This position provides leadership across all flight line operations, includingaircraftarrival, marshaling, parking, servicing, turn-around, and departure activities, while overseeing all assigned personnel supporting TAS operations. The Site Manager is accountable formaintainingoperational continuity, coordinating with Government stakeholders, and delivering consistent performance in a high-tempo, 24/7/365 austere environment.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Maintain a ZERO Harm workplace by enforcing strict adherence to flight line safety standards, FOD prevention programs, and tool control proceduresat all times.

• Ensure full compliance with Environmental, Safety, and Quality Assurance requirements; provide documentation, reporting, and support to all compliance programs.

• Provide daily oversight of TAS operations, includingaircraftarrival, marshaling, parking, servicing, turn-around, and departure activities to ensure PWS performanceobjectivesare met.

• Lead,supervise, and mentor assignedflight linepersonnel to deliver safe, efficient, and high-qualityaircraftservicing operations.

• Establish andmaintaina culture of accountability, discipline, safety, and customer-focused service delivery.

• Coordinate daily tasking and priorities; assign work,monitorexecution, and resolve operational challengesimpactingaircraftflow and mission execution.

• Schedule personnel (shifts, rotations, coverage) tomaintainrequired 24/7/365 service levels, including surge and contingency operations.

• Inspect and audit in-process andcompletedwork to verify compliance with PWS requirements, Technical Orders, andairfieldprocedures; implement corrective actions asrequired.

• Oversee execution ofaircraftground handling and servicing operations to ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance with applicable standards.

• Monitor performance trends,identifyoperational risks, and implement corrective actions to sustain mission readiness.

• Maintain effective coordination with Government stakeholders (COR, ACO, Airfield Management, Maintenance Operations Center (MOC), and other mission partners).

• Ensureaccuratedocumentation, reporting, andrecordsmanagement, including staffing reports, performance metrics, and operational deliverables.

• Manage on-site equipment, vehicles, and operational resources; coordinate maintenance, accountability, and logistical support asrequired.

• Producerequiredoperational deliverables and reports (daily/weekly/monthly), ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

• Support transition, mobilization, and demobilization activities asrequiredtomaintaincontinuity of operations.

• Plan, organize, and prioritize multiple competing requirements in an austere environment whilemaintainingmission focus and operational efficiency.

• Performadditionalduties and specialprojects asassigned by the Lead Site Manager.

Basic Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen

• Ability to obtain/maintaina SECRET clearance

• Ability tomaintainoperational continuity across rotations and work within Government-led governance rhythms

• Minimum10years of experience in aviation operations,aircraftmaintenance, or Transient Aircraft Services

• Minimum 5 years of experience managing multi-site or regional flight line operations

• Demonstrated experience supporting U.S. Air Force or DoD aviation operations

• Provenleadership experiencesupervisingteams in high-tempo environments

Strong knowledge of:

Aircraftground handling and servicing procedures

Airfield operations and safety requirements

Technical Orders and maintenance documentation processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience managing TAS operations at locations such as:

• Prince Sultan Air Base

• Al Udeid Air Base

• Al Dhafra Air Base

• Ali Al Salem Air Base

• Muwaffaq Salti Air Base

• Prior experience supporting U.S. Air Force TAS operations

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.