Senior DoD Aviation Program Manager: Fleet & Compliance

Amentum; Lexington Park (MD); On-site; USD 165,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Program Manager to lead the UC-12 CLS program in support of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps globally.

You will oversee all contract, regulatory, and technical requirements to ensure aircraft readiness, schedule adherence, and compliant operations across multiple bases. You will interface with PCO, COR, IPT, and TPOCs, manage FAA/NAVAIR standards, and drive continuous improvement in maintenance, logistics, and reporting.

Qualifications

• Oversee DoD aviation maintenance or CLS programs with strong leadership.
• Deep knowledge of FAA Part 23/43/145 requirements and naval/ Marine Corps maintenance.
• Experience managing large technical teams, subcontractors, OEMs, and international staff.
• Ability to obtain DoD Secret Security Clearance and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead Overall Program Execution: ensure contract, maintenance, logistics, and operational requirements are met on schedule.
• Serve as Primary Government Interface with PCO, COR, IPT, and site TPOCs; provide regular updates.
• Manage personnel, staffing, FAA, Navy, and PWS compliance; oversee site leads and A&P mechanics.
• Monitor mission capable rates, maintenance turnaround, and logistics responsiveness to contract standards.
• Maintain Quality Assurance and FAA/NAVAIR airworthiness compliance; document maintenance.
• Oversee parts, equipment, inventory, freight, hazardous materials, GFP accountability.
• Coordinate depot-level and engineering activities; support repairs and overhauls.
• Deliver CDRLs, ensure WIS accuracy, and report status and funds configuration.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aviation, Engineering, Logistics, Program Management, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Amentum is seeking a Program Manager to lead the UC-12 CLS program in support of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps globally.

You will oversee all contract, regulatory, and technical requirements to ensure aircraft readiness, schedule adherence, and compliant operations across multiple bases. You will interface with PCO, COR, IPT, and TPOCs, manage FAA/NAVAIR standards, and drive continuous improvement in maintenance, logistics, and reporting.