TARS - Site Manager

TARS - Site Manager

Qineti

Q US is a world‑class team of professionals delivering next‑generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms across more than 50 global locations. Our work contributes to cutting‑edge research in sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML) and augmented reality (AR). The company’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security and related fields collaborate to protect the American warfighter, security forces and allies, enabling safer lives and sustaining global infrastructure.

Qineti

Q US is seeking a Site Manager to support the Program Management Office (PMO) that manages the DHS Customs & Border Protection Tethered Aerostat Radar System (TARS) program. The TARS program leverages aerostat systems to provide persistent surveillance and detection capabilities to the U.S. Government across eight operational sites. The successful candidate will serve as the overall site manager for multiple geographically dispersed sites, working with on‑site flight directors to coordinate installation, repair and improvement projects and aligning with the PMO for long‑term planning.

• Obtains training and certification as flight director.
• Manages all aspects of facility site maintenance, logistics and scheduling.
• Supports the on-shift Flight Director during Launch and Recovery operations as needed.
• Serves as the function manager for all required maintenance that does not impact flight operations.
• Works with on-site logisticians and PMO procurement to track, deliver and receive all deliveries for each site.
• Responsible for establishing and managing all Government Furnished Material inventories, tool closet inventories, and repair parts inventory.
• Ensures the operation, maintenance, and repair of Real Property, Real Property Installed Equipment (RPIE), Real Property Similar Equipment (RPSE), roads and grounds, utility systems, security systems, fire systems, and environmental protection systems.
• Coordinates and schedules maintenance of all real property structures to include civil, mechanical and electrical minor repairs such as utilities including water, electrical, sewer and pumps.
• Responsible for coordinating maintenance of concrete pads, asphalt pavement and sidewalks.
• Works with subcontractors to ensure subcontracted jobs are completed on time, under budget and per the specifications as outlined in the scope of work.
• Performs corrective and preventive maintenance activities on the aerostat pressure control subsystems, power subsystems, mechanical and hydraulic subsystems, aerostat hardware and rigging, tether subsystem, and aerostat envelope.
• Develops the Statement of Work (SOW) portion of the 332 for site modifications to include photos, detailed sketches and parts lists for ordering material as required.

• Ability to obtain certified in‑flight operation roles.
• Bachelor’s degree, or related field required or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years experience in aerostat operations.
• Ability to manage personnel at multiple sites.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s license required.
• Proof of U.S. residency required.
  
  Ability to carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb ladders.
• Successfully completed Background Investigation with a Favorable Suitability Determination, and issuance of DHS Suitability determination.

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Q US is an Equal Opportunity employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to  or call  opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.