Senior Fighter Aircraft Backshop Operations Lead

AAR Corp; Valparaiso (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus potential

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) retirement plan

Generous PTO

Job summary

AAR Corp leads a major backshop maintenance program at Eglin AFB, providing senior maintenance leadership and operational oversight across a large fighter maintenance enterprise. You will drive production management, scheduling, and supply support to maximize aircraft availability and readiness.

The role requires deep knowledge of USAF maintenance, strong leadership, and the ability to coordinate with government and contractor teams to meet contract performance thresholds.

Qualifications

• Requires senior maintenance leadership experience and ability to manage large fighter aircraft maintenance operations.
• Deep understanding of fighter maintenance production, scheduling, quality assurance, and safety.
• Experience coordinating with government representatives, CORs, and senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Operations Lead for Eglin fighter aircraft backshop maintenance.
• Lead and coordinate maintenance operations across multiple aircraft types.
• Ensure scheduling, supply, and quality control meet mission requirements.
• Maintain 24/7 readiness and effective government interface.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Maintenance operations

F- aircraft knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

MS Office

Job description

AAR Corp leads a major backshop maintenance program at Eglin AFB, providing senior maintenance leadership and operational oversight across a large fighter maintenance enterprise. You will drive production management, scheduling, and supply support to maximize aircraft availability and readiness.

The role requires deep knowledge of USAF maintenance, strong leadership, and the ability to coordinate with government and contractor teams to meet contract performance thresholds.