Site Supervisor / Program Manager (F/A-18 E/F Aircraft)

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET, Inc.); Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vis

Vision coverage

Life insurance

AD&D

Short- and Long-Term Disability

401(k) Program

Paid Time Off

11 Paid Holidays

Employee Referral Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET), Incorporated is seeking a Site Supervisor / Program Manager (F/A-18 E/F Aircraft) to lead the direct execution and contract performance for O-level maintenance support for the F/A-18E/F aircraft assigned to the VFC-12 squadron at NAS Oceana.

This senior contractor representative will oversee compliance with NAMP, coordinate with Navy leadership, and maximize aircraft readiness.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years in military or defense aviation maintenance.
• 5+ years in supervisory, maintenance control, or program management roles.
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance.
• Deep familiarity with F/A-18E/F maintenance architectures and Navy aviation databases.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate a multi-disciplinary team of up to 50+ aerospace mechanics, technicians, and QA staff per the PWS.
• Oversee all daily launch, recovery, and maintenance actions to meet the fleet schedule.
• Serve as SME to CNAFR and squadron leadership on logistics, constraints, and structural issues.
• Enforce NAMP/COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 and company directives across shops.
• Ensure accurate entry of maintenance actions and supply constraints into naval systems (NALCOMIS OOMA, AMSRR, DECKPLATE).
• Develop long-range maintenance plans and resource timelines to minimize downtime during inspections.
• Manage flight line initiatives like FOD prevention, TCP, and hazard mitigation.
• Track budgets, analyze material usage, and sign off on contractor labor accounting.

Skills

Aviation maintenance supervision

Program management

DoD security clearance

Navy/Marine aviation experience

Tools

NALCOMIS OOMA

DECKPLATE

AMSRR

MS Office Suite

Job description

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:

ACET is seekingis looking for talentedSite Supervisor / Program Manager (F/A-18 E/F Aircraft) personnel.

This position is awaiting contract award.

The Site Supervisor / Program Manager is the senior contractor representative responsible for the direct leadership, execution, and contract performance of Organizational 'O' Level Maintenance Support for the F/A-18E/F aircraft assigned to the VFC-12 Fighter Squadron Composite Twelve ('Fighting Omars') at Naval Air Station Oceana. This high-impact role combines comprehensive technical oversight, program governance, and direct communication with Navy command leadership to maintain maximum aircraft tactical availability and contract execution safety standards.

Responsibilities:

• Direct and coordinate a multi-disciplinary team of up to 50+ aerospace mechanics, technicians, and quality assurance personnel to fulfill all requirements outlined in the contract's Performance Work Statement (PWS).
• Oversee all tactical daily launch, recovery, scheduled phase checks, and un-scheduled 'O' level maintenance actions to safely meet the dynamic VFC-12 fleet-readiness flight schedule.
• Serve as the contract's principal Subject Matter Expert (SME) to Commander, Naval Air Forces Reserve (CNAFR) and local squadron leadership on critical logistical matters, component constraints, and structural issues.
• Enforce strict execution of the Naval Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP / COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 series) and company directives across all functional shops, guaranteeing maintenance integrity.
• Verify accurate and prompt entry of maintenance actions, inspection sign-offs, and supply constraints into naval enterprise systems including NALCOMIS OOMA, AMSRR, and DECKPLATE.
• Develop robust long-range maintenance plans, resource allocation timelines, and aircraft technical modification maps to mitigate aircraft downtime during complex inspections.
• Manage and evaluate specialized flight line initiatives, notably the Foreign Object Damage (FOD) prevention program, Tool Control Program (TCP), and workplace hazard mitigation.
• Track operational budgets, analyze material consumption rates, manage supply chain replenishment priorities, and sign off on contractor workforce labor accounting.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 8–10+ years of military or defense contractor aviation maintenance experience, with at least 5 years serving in a supervisory, maintenance control, or program management role.
• Possess deep technical familiarity with the F/A-18E/F platforms, specifically in organizational 'O' level maintenance architectures.
• Must hold and maintain an active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Security Clearance, along with all local installation access credentials for NAS Oceana.
• Highly proficient with Naval Aviation databases (NALCOMIS OOMA, DECKPLATE, AMSRR), configuration logging systems, and standard business enterprise tools (Microsoft Office Suite).
• Mastery in reading complex aerospace electrical wiring diagrams, structural blue prints, maintenance requirement cards (MRCs), and Technical Directives (TDs).
• Prior U.S. Navy / Marine Corps senior enlisted or officer leadership background within aviation maintenance (e.g., Master Chief/Senior Chief AM, AD, AE, AT, or Maintenance Officer) is strongly preferred.

Physical & Environmental Demands:

• Willingness and physical stamina to work in high-noise flight line environments alongside operating jet engines, under varying regional weather patterns in Virginia Beach.
• Ability to supervise and adapt program resources across rotating shifts, emergency weekend operations, holidays, and temporary squadron detachments as mission dictates.
• Capability to perform walking and standing actions on concrete ramps for long stretches, and occasionally scale aircraft work stands to evaluate technical procedures.

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.