Deputy Program Manager and Maintenance Lead - F-16 Contract Logistics Support (CLS) - Foreign M[...]

Vertex Aerospace LLC; Madison (MS, WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a qualified candidate to manage aircraft maintenance efforts for the IqAF F-16 fleet. The role involves overseeing maintenance operations, ensuring aircraft availability, and coordinating with international teams. Candidates should have significant experience in aircraft maintenance or flight operations, along with strong leadership skills. The position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance, with potential worldwide deployment.

Qualifications

• 8 to 10 years of relevant experience in aircraft maintenance or flight operations.
• U.S. Citizen; able to obtain Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Direct in-country maintenance efforts for the IqAF F-16 fleet.
• Assist Program Manager with project scope and budget.
• Support development of policies and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Planning

Education

Senior enlisted (E-9) or officer (O-5) equivalent background

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Major Job Activities

Key Responsibilities:

• 25% - Direct in-country maintenance efforts to reconstitute the IqAF F-16 fleet and maximize aircraft availability.


• 20% - Assist Program Manager with defining project scope, deliverables, resources, and budget across CLS and partner teams.


• 15% - Support development of structured policies, procedures, and repeatable processes for program stability.


• 15% - Promote a professional culture of teamwork, trust, and accountability across all program participants.


• 15% - Focus daily efforts on meeting the needs of USG and IqAF customers.


• 10% - Support additional program management and leadership responsibilities as assigned.

Material & Equipment Directly Used

Standard office and maintenance operations tools; Microsoft Office Suite; program management systems.

Working Environment

Deployed management and aircraft maintenance setting; interaction with cross-functional international teams.

Physical Activities

Ability to move between administrative, operational, and maintenance environments; travel readiness.

Qualifications

Education: Senior enlisted (E-9) or officer (O-5) equivalent background preferred in aircraft maintenance or flight operations.

Certifications: None specifically required, but leadership and program management credentials are desirable.

Experience: 8 to 10 years of relevant experience in this specialty field.

Other Requirements: U.S. Citizen; able to obtain Secret clearance (interim accepted); available for worldwide deployment including the Middle East.

Skills and Technology Used: Leadership and organizational planning tools, Microsoft Office, interagency coordination.

Contingent Upon Contract Award.

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