Amentum

Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor

Amentum$110K — $123K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • In-depth knowledge of aircraft and flightline maintenance is essential.
  • Thorough understanding of technical publications and data interpretation is required.
  • Must possess FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certification.
  • Capable of obtaining and maintaining a secret security clearance; US Citizenship required for clearance.
  • Must obtain and maintain a flightline driver’s license.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated leadership ability.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical direction to flightline personnel in collaboration with management.
  • Create and manage training schedules for maintenance proficiency.
  • Coordinate maintenance efforts to ensure all aircraft are Fully Mission Capable (FMC).
  • Review maintenance records for compliance with tracking and documentation.
  • Supervise the Flightline section and ensure daily maintenance tasks are performed correctly.
  • Enforce safety, housekeeping, and tool control practices among personnel.
  • Manage parts requisitioning and processing for repairable aircraft components.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits including 401(k) matching
  • Educational reimbursement program
  • Parental leave policy
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Various tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance coverage
  • Pet insurance available
Full Job Description

The Aircraft Branch Flightline Supervisor provides senior-level oversight of aircraft maintenance operations in direct support of the 89th Airlift Wing’s executive airlift mission.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • In coordination with the Aircraft Branch Manager, Production Supervisor, and maintenance training center provide technical direction to all assigned flightline personnel.
  • Formulate, manage, plan and schedule training for personnel to become proficient in maintaining aircraft assigned to the 89AW.
  • Coordinate maintenance efforts with production supervisor and Maintenance Operation Control Center (MOCC) to ensure all mission scheduled aircraft are Fully Mission Capable (FMC). 
  • Review aircraft records to ensure required maintenance has been performed, hourly and calendar tracked events are current, and all associated documentation has been accurately completed.
  • Manage Flightline section consisting of 98 personnel and directly supervise 18-man expeditor team of lead and senior mechanics that supervise all maintenance personnel on daily servicing, maintenance upkeep, cosmetic appearance (clean/wax interior and exterior), and accurately position SAM aircraft for launches.
  • Ensure personnel practice good housekeeping, tool control, Foreign Object Damage (FOD) awareness/prevention, and safety at all times. 
  • Ensure HAZCOM and HAZMAT pharmacy programs are followed according to the applicable directives. 
  • Review, evaluate, and take corrective actions based on quality assurance and the contractor officer representatives (CORS) reports and ensures corrective measures are implemented to meet contract requirements, improve maintenance quality, and prevent the development of adverse trends. 
  • Ensure aircraft 781 forms documentation and CAMS match.
  • Assist personnel in researching and requisitioning aircraft parts and components. 
  • Also, ensure repairable parts are promptly processed through repair channels within the required time frame.  
  • Ensure ground safety measures are observed in servicing and ground handling (towing/taxing) of all aircraft.
  • Manage continuous on-the-job-training (OJT) of maintenance personnel and new employees. 
  • Review status of training program and manage the special certification roster. Receive and assist in cross-utilization training (CUT) of subordinates and be qualified to perform maintenance tasks associated with other classifications.  
  • Provide annual performance reviews for flightline personnel. 
  • Co-chair weekly scheduling meetings, ensuring inspections, and scheduled maintenance are accomplished in an efficient, timely manner. 
  • Work with the Program Managers to ensure compliance with Service Bulletins, Air Worthiness Directives, and any Special Modifications accomplished to assigned aircraft. 
  • Coordinates, and Manages all Programmed Depot Maintenance input, and return schedules to ensure return of Fully Mission Capable (FMC) status within the allotted time. 
  • Perform other duties related to the occupational field as assigned, to include temporary duty (TDY) and travel assignments as required, fill in for the Aircraft Branch Manager, and SAM-4 when required. 
  • Must be able to work, dayshift, second shift, third shift, and/or weekend shift as required.

Minimum Requirements:

  • A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Must have in-depth knowledge of applicable aircraft and general flightline maintenance. 
  • A thorough working knowledge of applicable technical publications and ability to accurately interpret technical data are required.
  • FAA Airframe & Powerplant A&P Certification is required.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain the clearance.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a flightline driver’s license.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills and leadership ability are required. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • A Lead Mechanic for line maintenance with a thorough understanding of the SAM mission, or Aircraft Branch Flightline Supervisor is preferred.

Compensation & Benefits:   

The base salary range for this position is $110K to $123K. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training

Compensation Details:

110,000.00

       

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

 

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

  • Educational reimbursement

  • Parental leave

  • Employee stock purchase plan

  • Tax-saving options

  • Disability and life insurance

  • Pet insurance

 

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

06/24/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

       

About Amentum

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering and technical services to the U.S. government and commercial customers worldwide. The company offers a wide range of services, including environmental remediation, facilities management, and logistics and supply chain management, among others. Amentum has a global presence, with operations in over 20 countries, and serves a diverse range of customers, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and the Department of State. The company is committed to providing high-quality services and has a strong reputation for technical expertise, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Learn more about Amentum
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
Founded
2014
Revenue
$5 billion

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