Maintenance Controller

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET, Inc.); Patuxent Highland (MD); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A veteran-owned engineering firm in Maryland is seeking a Maintenance Controller responsible for overseeing aircraft maintenance operations. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in aviation maintenance and management roles. Responsibilities include daily management activities, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and utilizing maintenance programs. This full-time role requires physical capability, U.S. citizenship, and security clearance. Join a mission-driven team committed to supporting defense and government clients.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in aviation maintenance.
• At least 4 years in a management position.
• 2 years as a Maintenance Controller with 'Safe for Flight' authority on CH/MH-53E.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all functional and operational activities of aircraft maintenance.
• Support the Site Manager in daily operations.
• Guide maintenance personnel ensuring adherence to standards.

Skills

Aviation maintenance experience

Management or supervisory experience

Knowledge of computerized maintenance programs

Active security clearance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Tools

OOMA

Job description

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET), Incorporated is a Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) system engineering and information technology firm, headquartered in Maryland and Virginia. Incorporated in 1999, we support mission critical Information Technology (IT) business needs for clients within the intelligence community (IC), Department of Defense (DOD), Veteran Administration (VA) and for select commercial clients. ACET, Inc.’s technical, programmatic, and analytical professionals are experts in commercial technology, customized solutions, and proprietary government systems.

Maintenance Controller is responsible for providing daily oversight of all functional and operational activities related to aircraft maintenance and assists the Site Manager in ensuring that daily operations align with contract requirements. This key role involves coordination, supervision, and technical guidance to maintain aircraft readiness and a safe operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily oversight of all functional and operational activities of aircraft maintenance.
• Support and collaborate with the Site Manager to oversee daily operations and track progress toward meeting contract goals.
• Manage and guide maintenance personnel, ensuring adherence to standards, procedures, and timelines.
• Monitor aircraft statuses, track maintenance events, and oversee scheduling to maximize operational readiness.
• Utilize computerized maintenance programs (such as OOMA) to aid in maintenance control and decision-making.
• Ensure all maintenance is performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable regulations, technical instructions, and NAVAIR guidelines.

Requirements

• Experience:
  • A minimum of 8 years’ experience in the aviation maintenance field.
  • At least 4 years’ experience in a management or supervisory position.
• Additional Qualifications:
  • Must have been a Maintenance Controller for a minimum of 2 years with previous documented “Safe for Flight” authority on CH/MH-53E.
  • Must have completed the Naval Aviation Maintenance Control Management for Optimized Organizational Maintenance Activities (OOMA) Course (C-555-0053) or both the Naval Aviation Maintenance Control Management Course (D or E-555-0040) and the Naval Aviation Officer and Senior Supervisor NALCOMIS OOMA Familiarization Course (D or E-555-0054).
  • Must have knowledge of computerized maintenance programs (OOMA).
• Active Secret security clearance, or the ability to obtain one.
• Education:
  • High school diploma or equivalent (GED) certificate.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift, push, pull and manipulate 50 lbs independently when needed.
• Must be able to climb on ladders if needed.
• Must be able to repeatedly enter and exit aircraft using stationary steps/stairs.
• Position involves long periods of standing, bending, kneeling, squatting, crawling on aircraft structure and around aircraft for maintenance functions.
• Position may require working in a confined workspace.
• Position may require exposure to fuels, oils, hydraulic fluids and cleaning solvents.
• Position is located in a high noise area within an aircraft hangar/flightline environment.
• FIT for Duty Physical is required.
• May require DOT and Respiratory Physicals.
• All candidates must be a U.S. Citizen to apply**

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position.

ACET is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.