Mechanical Maintenance Lead – Naval & Aircraft Systems

Sigma Defense Systems LLC

Panama City (FL)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 80,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Dental & Vision Insurance
Medical + HSA/FSA
Life and AD&D
EAP
401(k) Matching
PTO 160 hours
12 Holidays
Educational Assistance
Competitive Salary

Job summary

Sigma Defense Systems LLC is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Lead to oversee and execute maintenance on complex systems including air-cushion vehicles, aircraft, and naval platforms. The role combines hands-on technical leadership with strict adherence to safety, quality, and documentation standards.

The position requires substantial experience in mechanical maintenance and team supervision, with a focus on quality control and process improvement. U.S.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years maintaining air-cushion vehicles, aircraft, or shipboard mechanical systems.
  • 5+ years supervising mechanical maintenance and repair of air-cushion vehicles or aircraft.
  • Strong background in mechanical systems, component-level maintenance, and operational restoration.
  • Experience enforcing quality control in mechanical maintenance environments.
  • Ability to train others in 3-M compliance.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen; ability to obtain security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the daily execution of mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair for air-cushion vehicles and aircraft systems.
  • Supervise maintenance technicians and mechanics, ensuring accuracy and safe work practices.
  • Assign tasks, provide technical direction, and ensure efficient maintenance actions.
  • Oversee corrective and preventative maintenance, system inspections, and tests.
  • Diagnose complex mechanical issues and guide resolution using established methods.
  • Validate work through checks and documentation.
  • Enforce mechanical maintenance quality controls and safety standards.
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records and logs.
  • Ensure 3-M procedures, forms, and reporting are properly used.
  • Provide training on 3-M tools and processes.
  • Mentor junior technicians and support qualification tracking.

Skills

Maintenance leadership
Air-cushion systems
Navy 3-M program
Quality control
Safety compliance
Troubleshooting
Team supervision
Documentation practices
Training others
Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

IPC/industry standards

Job description

Sigma Defense Systems LLC is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Lead to oversee and execute maintenance on complex systems including air-cushion vehicles, aircraft, and naval platforms. The role combines hands-on technical leadership with strict adherence to safety, quality, and documentation standards.

The position requires substantial experience in mechanical maintenance and team supervision, with a focus on quality control and process improvement. U.S.

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