• Provide support to either VP, CFT Director, Program/Project Manager or Engineering personnel in the areas of project scheduling, data gathering/analyses, database manipulation or population, preparation of technical/project reports or briefings, test plans and reports, and associated documentation, test, or Validation/Verification assistance. • Create realistic and accurate job descriptions. • Review resumes/conduct job interview process to fill positions as applicable. • Direct employee workload to ensure productivity and performance against job description. • Engage to manage positive employee relations and workplace atmosphere; work to resolve any personnel issues. • Conduct ongoing feedback – both informal and semiannual feedback, counseling if necessary. • Advise CFT Director as to which employees deserve recognition including but not limited to raises, promotions and awards. • Manage accuracy of employee timecards. • Ensure employees receive and perform any required training for position and company needs. • Manage/oversee/perform test or project events as assigned by leadership, report status and results. • Oversee/conduct test/trial, Validation/Verification and production work per Government requirements. • Attend conferences, meetings. • Conduct site-visits to CONUS/OCONUS locations prior to/during execution of contract. • Wellness checks on long duration contracts. • Designate/manage various teams at CONUS/OCONUS locations and perform in a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and/or technician role as required. • Work closely in producing production schedule. • Set-up requirements for CFTs/coordinate travel, tools/equipment and base access. • Following engineering guidance, technical orders, and drawings. Make recommendations for improvements to enhance concept, quality, manufacturability, and maintainability. • Manage, perform, and oversee moderately complex assembly/test functions utilizing mechanical skills, hand and power tools, test equipment, and inspection measurement equipment. • Create, document, and maintain records identifying compliance with assigned tasks and requirements. • Develop, update, maintain work instructions, work control documents, and Ground Operations Procedures (GOPs) as applicable. • Research/document materials/CFT requirements for bid proposals. • Build long-term relationships with new and existing customers, suppliers, and vendors. • Develop team members into valuable multi-faceted, multi-skilled individuals. • Maintain accountability and serviceability of all KIHOMAC materials, tools, and test equipment within area of responsibility. • Ensure proper tools/tool kits and equipment are sourced and used per customer/MFG requirements. • Attend meetings, report/brief status updates and results as required. • Provide leadership and management direction to assigned employees to ensure quality performance in support of Government programs. • Communicate with VP, CFT Director, Program/Project Manager to ensure contractual needs and concerns are addressed. • Guide employees to ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies/processes. • Serve as link between upper management and employees; disseminate company information as appropriate – goals/changes/updates/news. • Coordinate with CFT Director and/or VP on corporate matters. • Maintain high ethical/professional standards of performance, demeanor, and judgment always. • Observe all safety rules and maintain a clean and foreign object damage (FOD) free work area. • Other duties as assigned