Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor

TSC's Innovation and Rapid Development Division is actively recruiting an experienced Aviation Maintenance Supervisor to ground and flight operations at the LEA Test & Formal Training Unit (FTU) located at Fort Huachuca, AZ (Sierra Vista).  Directly reports to the Test & Training Site Lead and manages maintenance aviation maintenance training and flight operations, while assisting with new technology insertion.

Leaders who are experienced in the aviation maintenance field with demonstrated leadership role in Aviation Maintenance are encouraged to apply.  The selected individual will ensure compliance with contractual and internal requirements to ensure operational maintenance procedures are followed and daily flight operations meets the high-quality performance standard that our internal, and external, customers demand.  As an integral member of the Aviation Operations leadership team, other duties may be assigned.

The successful candidate will be the primary focal point for maintenance activities at the Test and Training site, serving as the primary maintenance focal point and manager of; training, preventative/corrective maintenance of aircraft and supporting equipment, new technology insertion, aircraft production, as well as ensuring availability of required/calibrated tooling & consumables. The supported workforce is distributed across multiple geographically separated sites in support of sustained global aviation operation network.  This role is pivotal to supporting the Director of Aviation Operations and Program Manager to grow the scope of Service oriented deliverables in a high stake’s environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for safe and effective daily operations of aircraft maintenance and flight line operations at the LEA Test and Training site.
• Ensure all crew chiefs are in compliance with; flight & ground procedures, training procedures, and standardization & evaluation procedures.
• Manage worksite safety, digital and paper logbooks, maintenance records, FOD and tool control, Technical Orders, part accounting. Assures timely, accurate records are maintained.
• Create work calendars, Conduct Internal Audits and performance reviews. Works with the site manager to maintain accurate measures of performance of crewmembers.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and brief to the ADO and engineering/production team.
• Maintain COMSEC accounts and demonstrate responsibility for hardware.
• Track consumables, record MX failures and support MTBO / MTBF data tracking.
• Maintains aircraft maintenance milestones and monitors adherence.
• Maintains a list of critical parts and, components needed to keep the site on time and on schedule.
• Manages use of parts and tools used during each shift, maintains inventories and location each shift.

Required Knowledge:

• Through understanding of all physical aspects of airframe, powerplant, electrical systems, mechanical systems, RF systems, troubleshooting, personnel leadership.
• Past history of FAA Flight and Maintenance standards, airworthiness, and safety.
• Maintenance Instruction Experience in a training/operational capacity of aviation mechanics.
• Adherence to DCMA procedures and reporting maintenance in logbooks.
• Authoring maintenance manuals, Technical orders, Compliance Procedures.
• FOD control program setup, adherence, execution.
• Property control and logistics of GFE and COMSEC.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation or Technology and 6 years’ experience (or) 10+ years of applicable experience in Flight Operations in a Maintenance Capacity.
• 3+ years (preferred) Flight Line or UAS flight operations experience.
• US Citizenship with current secret level DoD security clearance.
• FAA A&P certification or equivalent
• Ability to meet the physical and medical standards necessary for FAA Class 3 Medical Certification*, in accordance with the essential duties of the role.
• Leadership experience in Aviation Maintenance currently including crew chief qualified on RQ-29
• Experience with Group 3-5 Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), subsystems, and associated Aircraft Technical Manuals (General Systems, Job Guides, Fault Isolation).
• Skilled in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical systems, including interpreting diagrams, schematics, and operational theory.
• Proficient with ESD precautions, electrical safety measures, and tools such as multimeters and oscilloscopes.
• Capable of performing line- and site-level maintenance, maintaining aircraft system logs, and managing configuration records.
• Prior aviation experience in OCONUS (deployed) environments.
• Willing and able to travel up to 20% of the time, including on short notice.
• Excellent organization and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite for creating documents, spreadsheets, and presentations efficiently.
• Experience with technical writing and report preparation in Adobe.
• Typing speed of 30+ words per minute and familiarity with digital logging of aviation maintenance procedures in commercial and military environments.
• Strong understanding of MS Windows functions and ability to train others in navigating digital maintenance resources.

Physical Work Requirements:

• Work Environment: This position requires working in austere locations with limited food and shelter options provided at the worksite.
• Physical Demands: Ability to work 12-hour shifts outdoors in temperatures exceeding 100°F. Must be capable of lifting items overhead in accordance with Army standards and lifting/moving up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 60 lbs. occasionally.
• Mobility Requirements: Ability to walk 1+ miles per day on flight lines and ramps. Regularly required to walk, sit, stand, and reach with hands and arms.
• Vision Requirements: Must have close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Safety Compliance: Ability to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for protection against mechanical, noise, and chemical hazards.

* This position requires an annual FAA Class 3 Flight Physical and compliance with medical and dental evaluations necessary for deployment. Candidates must meet medical and psychological standards in accordance with MOD 15, as mandated by United States Central Command (CENTCOM). Final medical approval is determined by the CENTCOM Surgeon before deployment.

TSC Benefits:

TSC offers a stable work environment, a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package; including ESOP contributions, 401k Matching Program, Flexible Work Schedules, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Leave and much more.

Applying to TSC:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at TSC is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and a drug screening.

TSC is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60–1.4(a), 60–300.5(a) and 60–741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.