Lincoln Laboratory operates the Flight Test Facility (FTF) to provide airborne platforms in support of diverse research and development programs. Multiple aircraft types and models are uniquely modified with prototype systems and are flown, maintained, and managed by a professional staff of pilots, certified maintenance technicians, and administrative personnel. All flight operations are conducted using procedures and equipment that meet or exceed all Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements, and safety of flight is a top priority. The FTF Manager will report to the Assistant Director of Operations and responsibilities include a wide range of operational and administrative duties, including but not limited to: Duties and Responsibilities • Provide leadership and management direction to FTF flight, maintenance, engineering and administrative personnel to ensure optimal performance and professional competence. • Ensure that high levels of customer service are provided to Lincoln Laboratory research and development program teams and sponsors. • Establish relationships with, and represent FTF to, external test organizations • Responsible for organizing, staffing, and resourcing the FTF to meet R&D project requirements, including establishing Chief Test Pilot (CTP) and Operations Head positions • Responsible for development and maintenance of, and compliance with, the Flight Test Operations Manual (FTOM) • Evaluate and conduct performance reviews with direct reports including the CTP, Operations Head, Maintenance Head and Business Manager • Establish and maintain FTF safety program to ensure compliance with all ground and flight safety requirements • Maintain currency as FTF high hazard category (CAT C) flight test pilot • Ensure all FTF training and qualification programs are established and managed • Designate all FTF pilot qualifications • Provide an environment that encourages FTF personnel development and opportunity for career growth. • Foster a working environment that provides FTF staff members with ever increasing levels of responsibility and project ownership, and supports such activities through strong mentoring and guidance. • Lead change as required to ensure high quality FTF procedures and operations are maintained. • Prepare annual operating budgets that include operating expenses, facilities, supplies, outside services, personnel, training, capital expenses and reserves. • Advise management and technical staff on the capabilities and requirements for aircraft and other equipment in support of the Laboratory technical needs and goals. • Schedule and establish criteria for annual technical audits of the aircraft and maintenance operations. • Prepare near-term and long-range plans that align Flight Test Facility with the Laboratory. • Interface with Government organizations such as Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) and Ground and Flight Risk Clause (GFRC) oversight authorities Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree in aviation management engineering, science, physics or related field • 5 years developmental /experimental test pilot experience • Flight test organization management experience • Graduate of SETP recognized TPS Fixed Wing syllabus • Minimum of 2000 hrs. pilot time in wide variety of aircraft types including high performance jet aircraft • FAA Commercial pilot license Preferred Qualifications • 10 years developmental/experimental test pilot experience • 3000 hrs. pilot time in single and multi-piloted aircraft • U.S. Military fixed-wing pilot • FAA commercial single/multi-engine instrument ratings and Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) qualifications • Member of Society of Experimental Test Pilots (SETP) • Master’s Degree in technical field • Experience working with FAA experimental airworthiness Designated Engineering Representatives (DERs) and Designated Airworthiness Representatives (DARs) • Understanding of civil versus public use operations • Experience with Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) [redacted] is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.