Deputy Academy Program Manager

Job overview

The Deputy Academy Program Manager role is full-time and onsite in Oklahoma City, OK. The posting states compensation of $120,000–$180,000 per year. The role supports contract personnel and operations at the FAA Academy. Working with the Program Manager, the deputy leads day-to-day operations and personnel, monitors performance, resolves operational issues, and coordinates with stakeholders. The role supports workforce planning, training, safety, and compliance, and steps in as acting Program Manager when needed to maintain continuity.

What you'll do

• Assist the Program Manager in leading contract support personnel
• oversee daily operations and service delivery
• serve as the on-site contact for contract performance and staff management
• monitor performance and resolve operational issues
• support workforce planning, training coordination, and staff development
• ensure safety and compliance
• act as Program Manager when needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

deputy academy program manager

program management

faa academy

onsite leadership

personnel management

workforce planning

training coordination

compliance

oklahoma city ok

$120k–$180k/year

travel as needed

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires at least 10 years of relevant management experience and prior management in an air traffic control facility or comparable operational environment. A bachelor’s degree is required, or 15 years of relevant management experience in lieu of the degree. Travel is as needed.

About the employer

Astrion is hiring for this role. Industry: Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services. Sector: 54.