Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Cannon Afb (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking a senior aviation maintenance supervisor at Cannon AFB to oversee daily maintenance operations, ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and coordinate planning and training. The role requires extensive aviation experience, an FAA A&P certificate, and willingness to deploy internationally.

Candidates should be prepared for extended hours, travel outside the continental US, and potential deployments up to 90 days; DoD/US government security

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 5+ years of aviation experience.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification.
• Familiarity with aviation safety standards, FAA regulations, policies, and procedures and safe operating practices.
• Basic understanding of Aircraft Maintenance and Inspection processes and procedures and/or returning planes to service.
• Basic Microsoft Office Suite skills (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Successfully pass a pre-deployment medical assessment.
• Must be willing and able to work extended hours, holidays, and shift schedules as required.
• Ability to frequently travel outside the continental US, typically for extended periods of time.
• Deployment may be up to 90 days OCONUS, deployment not guaranteed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily mission maintenance activities to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to schedules.
• Conduct inspections of mission maintenance tasks to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Assist in planning and scheduling maintenance activities to ensure timely completion.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs.
• Train and develop maintenance staff to enhance their skills and performance.
• Monitor and ensure proper use of tools, equipment, and materials.
• Address maintenance issues and collaborate with other departments to resolve technical problems.
• Ensure a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols and conducting regular safety audits.

Skills

Aviation experience

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

FAA A&P certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily mission maintenance activities to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to schedules.
• Conduct inspections of mission maintenance tasks to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Assist in planning and scheduling maintenance activities to ensure timely completion.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs.
• Train and develop maintenance staff to enhance their skills and performance.
• Monitor and ensure proper use of tools, equipment, and materials.
• Address maintenance issues and collaborate with other departments to resolve technical problems.
• Ensure a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols and conducting regular safety audits.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 5+ years of aviation experience.
• Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 9 years of related experience is required.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification.
• Familiarity with aviation safety standards, FAA regulations, policies, and procedures and safe operating practices.
• Basic understanding of Aircraft Maintenance and Inspection processes and procedures and/or returning planes to service.
• Basic Microsoft Office Suite skills (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Successfully pass a pre-deployment medical assessment.
• Must be willing and able to work extended hours, holidays, and shift schedules as required.
• Ability to frequently travel outside the continental US, typically for extended periods of time.
• Please be advised that this position may require deployment for a period of up to 90 days OCONUS, depending on mission needs. Deployment is not guaranteed and will be determined at the discretion of the supervisor or management, or as otherwise specified.
• Ability to deploy for an extended amount of time to various OCONUS operating locations.
• Ability to meet current DoD and Combatant Command requirements for deployed locations.
• Successfully pass a pre-deployment medical assessment.
• Must be willing and able to work extended hours, holidays and shift schedules as required.
• Ability to obtain a current/valid passport and be able to obtain a visa to travel internationally.
• A United States Government Security Clearance is required for employment. Applicants who do not currently have a USG security clearance are welcome to apply and, if selected, will be processed for a USG security clearance by SNC prior to employment. Employment will begin once the USG security clearance is granted. If applicant is unable to obtain USG security clearance, the offer of employment will be withdrawn.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Previous supervisory experience in an aircraft maintenance setting.
• Previous management or lead experience; the ability to recruit employees; assign, direct, and evaluate their work; and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence.
• Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Inspection Authorization (IA) Designation.
• Knowledge of FAA regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, or US Military.