Site Supervisor

Adams-Communication-; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET), Incorporated in Fort Worth, TX, is seeking a Site Supervisor to oversee maintenance operations for F/A-18 variants. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and manage performance metrics to deliver on-time, within-budget aircraft services.

The role requires a strong background in aviation maintenance, supervisory leadership, and an active DoD Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Ten or more years in military or commercial tactical aviation maintenance.
• Four or more years in direct supervisory roles (Site Manager / Maintenance Officer).
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Direct, lead, and evaluate on-site senior technicians, inspectors, and logistics professionals across all squadron maintenance shops.
• Monitor and optimize performance metrics such as aircraft mission capability rates, cost variances, labor hours, and delivery schedules.
• Serve as primary point of contact for squadron Maintenance Officer, Maintenance Control, and DCMA representatives.
• Enforce NAMP and OSHA protocols and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Oversee staffing, recruitment coordination, performance reviews, and time-card approvals.
• Manage manpower scheduling and surge support to meet flight line demands.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management / Business Administration or related discipline

Job description

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Fort Worth, TX, US

Salary Range: $45.00 To $46.50 Hourly

Company Overview:

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET), Incorporated is a Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) system engineering and information technology firm. 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.

The Position:

This position is awaiting contract award.

We are seeking a highly accomplished and mission-focused Site Supervisor to oversee and direct contracted maintenance operations supporting the F/A-18variants assigned to JRB Fort Worth.

In this premier leadership role, you will serve as the primary on-site interface between our corporate office and the military squadron command. You are responsible for ensuring absolute operational compliance, enforcing rigorous safety metrics, managing a multi-disciplinary workforce of aircraft mechanics and support personnel, and executing the delivery of high-quality aircraft maintenance services on time and within budget.

Responsibilities:

Program Management & Contractor Oversight

• Direct, lead, and evaluate an on-site team of senior technicians, inspectors, and logistics professionals across all squadron maintenance shops (Airframes, Egress, Ordnance, Avionics/Electricians, and Logs & Records).
• Monitor, track, and optimize performance metrics, including aircraft mission capability (MC) rates, cost variances, labor hours, and contract delivery schedules.
• Serve as the principal Point of Contact (POC) for the squadron's Maintenance Officer (MO), Maintenance Control, and Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) representatives.

Operational Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Enforce absolute compliance with the Naval Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP / COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 series), explosive safety standards, and standard operating procedures.
• Champion the site’s workplace safety culture, ensuring strict adherence to the Tool Control Program (TCP), Foreign Object Damage (FOD) mitigation, and OSHA protocols.
• Partner with the Quality Assurance manager to oversee regular internal audits, technical instructions implementation, and corrective action implementations.
• Oversee site staffing actions, including recruitment coordination, performance reviews, disciplinary actions, and time-card approvals.
• Manage manpower scheduling and labor allocations to handle fluctuating flight line demands, shift rotations, and surge support requirements.
• Foster a professional workplace environment, identifying professional growth paths and mentoring team leads.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of ten (10) years of military or commercial tactical aviation maintenance experience, featuring at least four (4) years in a direct supervisory, Site Manager, or Maintenance Officer capacity.
• Extensive operational familiarity with F/A-18or comparable high-performance tactical jet aircraft platforms.
• Expert-level mastery of NAMP (COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 series) policies, DCMA INST 8210 instructions, and military contract operating models.
• Must possess and maintain an active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Security Clearance to access classified briefs and military networks.
• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline (equivalent senior military aviation maintenance leadership experience may be substituted).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior U.S. Navy or U.S. Marine Corps Master Chief (E-9), Senior Chief (E-8), or Maintenance Officer (CWO/LDO) background.
• Formal certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP) or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt.

Physical Requirements:

• Primarily active across the aircraft hangar floor, maintenance shops, and flight line environments rather than behind a desk.
• Ability to withstand outdoor flight line conditions subjected to high noise levels and extreme North Texas seasonal weather variations.
• Ability to walk, stand, and travel across military airfield operations for extended periods daily.

Why Join ACET:

ACET continues to expand its aerospace and aviation sustainment operations supporting multiple Department of Defense aviation platforms worldwide. This position provides the opportunity to directly shape strategic sustainment growth initiatives while supporting operational readiness and mission success across the global aviation enterprise.

What We Offer:

At ACET, we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. We are committed to providing a comprehensive Total Rewards program that recognizes and supports the diverse needs of our workforce. Our offerings are designed to attract, motivate, and retain top talent while fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and well-being.

• Employee benefits include the following:
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Life insurance, AD&D, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Program
• Wellness programs
• Paid Time Off
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Please note that all compensation, benefits, and policies are subject to change at the company's discretion. While we make every effort to provide advance notice of changes, adjustments may occur based on business needs, economic conditions, and industry standards.

**Must be US Citizen to apply**

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

Drug Free Workplace:

ACET is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.

ACET is an Equal Opportunity / Aff…

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.