F-16 Maintenance Supervisor (Site Lead)

Aar Corp.; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AAR Corp. is seeking an experienced F-16 Maintenance Supervisor (Site Lead) to plan and direct maintenance operations at our Duluth site.

This role ensures compliance with policies and procedures to meet defined goals, while leading shifts of maintenance technicians in aircraft repair, inspection, and modification tasks. The candidate must have extensive F-16 experience, strong leadership, and the ability to interpret complex technical data.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
• Experience leading maintenance teams on F-16 aircraft
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical data and drawings

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assign program workloads and duties for shifts of aircraft maintenance staff.
• Maintain knowledge of supply procedures, Service Bulletins/Letters, and Airworthiness Directives.
• Proficient use of technical data and drawings to locate part numbers and perform repairs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of F-16 avionics and electrical systems.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, overhaul and modify aircraft systems per procedures and standards.
• Understand F-16 systems operations including landing gear, powerplants, flight controls, disassembly and reassembly.
• Read and speak English; comprehend safety rules and maintenance manuals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Aircraft maintenance

Supervisory experience

Reading technical manuals

Education

Bachelor's degree + 5 years experience in aircraft maintenance

Associate's degree + 6 years of aircraft maintenance

High School Diploma + 10 years of aircraft maintenance

10+ years working F-16 experience

Leadership experience in F-16 maintenance

Job description

Job Description - F-16 Maintenance Supervisor (Site Lead) (18952)

About Us:AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering and Expeditionary Services.AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company’s mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society.

F-16 Maintenance Supervisor (Site Lead) - 18952

Description

SUMMARY

The F-16 Maintenance Supervisor plans and directs maintenance operations and ensures policy and procedures are followed to achieve established goals and objectives.

What you will responsible for:

• Supervise and assign program workloads as well as duties for entire shifts of workers performing aircraft maintenance repair, inspection, and modifications.
• Maintain knowledge of supply procedures, and Service Bulletins/Letters and Airworthiness Directives.
• Must be highly proficient in using technical data and drawings to locate part numbers and accomplish repairs.
• Must have knowledge of F-16 aircraft avionics and electrical systems.
• Inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, overhauls and modifies aircraft systems and powerplants in accordance with established written procedures, specifications, and standards.
• Candidate must be knowledgeable in F-16 aircraft systems operation and maintenance to include landing gear, powerplants, flight controls, disassembly, reassembly, rigging and aircraft movement.
• Must be able to read and speak English. Comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• All other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications

What you will need to be successful in this role:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The below additional requirements apply to this position.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Must meet one of the following requirements:
  • A Bachelor's degree plus 5 years of related experience in aircraft maintenance
  • An Associate's degree plus 6 years of related experience in aircraft maintenance
  • High School Diploma plus 10 years of related experience in aircraft maintenance
• At least 10 years working F-16 aircraft experience with thorough understanding of Fighter Aircraft Systems and Flight Line Operations.
• Must have leadership experience in an F-16 aircraft maintenance environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds to waist level and 30 pounds to shoulder height.
• Must be able to lift and carry parts, tooling, and other awkward items sometimes weighing up to 50 lbs, including walking up and down stairs, aircraft maintenance stands, and platforms
• Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching, and bending throughout the workday
• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to assure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.

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Job

Defense

Schedule

Full-time

Overtime Status

Exempt

AAR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.