Overview
Contract Assistant (TYAFB-2026-25456):
Bowhead Marine Support Services (BMSS) seeks applicants for aContract Assistantat Tyndall Air Force Base, FL., responsible for assistant the Project Manager with administrative and logistical coordination and performance of work for all boat operations related to the contractor operation maintenance and Logistics of 120' Missile Retrievers and other small craft in support of direct support of the 53rd Weapons Group, 82nd Aerial Target Squadron.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions will include:
Assist with the adminitrative and logistical and all contractual requirements/deliverables delineated in the Contract/Delivery Orders.
Responsible for the day-to-day duties of BMSS personnel in support of all requirements/deliverables provided to the 53rd Weapons Group, 82nd Aerial Target Squadron.
Responsible for continuous process improvement in all aspects of business processes, policies and procedures.
Schedules manpower and equipment for ship movements and operations, perform data analysis for corrective maintenance, labor hours expended, cost accounting and develop spread sheets and inventory control.
Bowhead seeks to network with qualified individuals relative to a potential opportunity, which is contingent upon award and not currently funded. Please click the link at the bottom of this posting to apply for consideration. Incumbent employees are encouraged to respond. No solicitations or third party applications will be accepted.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science Degree in Management, Marine Transportation or Engineering BA/BS degree preferred with three plus(3+) years' of relevant experience.
Strong leadership skills, with a full understanding of high risk training evolutions. Proficient with Microsoft Word, Power Point and Excel computer programs
Must demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of United States Coast Guard licensing requirements and understanding of small boat operations.
Capable of interacting effectively with all personnel, be proactive and professionally respond to concerns in a timely manner.
Active engagement in all aspects of the operations is a requirement.
Physical Demands: The work environment varies and includes, but is not limited to: dock, port, bay, waterways, office space, equipment rooms, warehouse space, construction zones, and outdoor environments. Work hours may fluctuate outside of normal duty hours. While performing the duties of this job, the individual is:
Regularly required to sit, use hands to handle, move, manipulate or feel objects, talk and/or hear.
Frequently required to stand and/or walk and routinely required to reach with hands and arms.
Routinely required to stand, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or squat.
Frequently lifts and /or moves up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 75 pounds.
Occasionally lifts and/or moves 75-100 pounds with the assistance of deckhands and/or heavy lifting equipment.
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently be able to obtain a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC's Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant's resume/application may be subject to verification.
Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.
UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity postershere (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\EEOC\KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .
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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.
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ID 2026-25456
Category Program/Project Management
Location : Location US-FL-Tyndall AFB
SCA Hourly Rate USD $23.60/Hr.
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain N/A
Minimum Clearance Required Secret
Travel Requirement Less than 10%
