Production Supervisor

The Production Supervisor (SAM-4) provides senior-level oversight of aircraft maintenance operations in direct support of the 89th Airlift Wing’s executive airlift mission.

 Essential Responsibilities:

• The Production Supervisor (SAM-4) provides senior-level oversight of aircraft maintenance operations in direct support of the 89th Airlift Wing’s executive airlift mission.
• Operating under AFI 21-101 within a contract maintenance environment, this position is responsible for ensuring the safety, airworthiness, and mission readiness of Special Air Mission (SAM) aircraft transporting the Vice President, and other senior U.S. and international leaders.
• The Production Supervisor directs and manages all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities on a 24/7 basis, executing daily flying and maintenance schedules to meet dynamic mission requirements while maintaining full operational readiness across the 89AW executive airlift and supported fleets.
• In this role, the Production Supervisor ensures strict compliance with all applicable directives, including AFI 21-101, FAA, DOT, OSHA, and EPA standards, and is responsible for reviewing aircraft documentation and authorizing return-to-service actions, including exceptional, conditional, and ETOPS releases.
• The position leads maintenance planning and coordination across multiple branches and external agencies, serving as the primary point of contact for all aircraft maintenance and mission support activities, including after-hours operations.
• Additionally, the Production Supervisor enforces safety, security, and environmental programs, directs emergency response actions for in-flight and ground incidents, and ensures the protection of high-visibility SAM assets.
• The role includes full personnel management responsibilities, including supervising, mentoring, and evaluating maintenance personnel, while fostering a culture of accountability, discipline, and operational excellence.

Minimum Requirements:   

• 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 & maintain a flightline driver’s license.
• Extensive knowledge of aircraft systems, maintenance operations, and regulatory compliance.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; 15+ years in DoD or civilian aircraft maintenance/operations leadership; Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills is preferred.

Compensation & Benefits:   

The base salary range for this position is $117K to $130K. 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:

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:

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.

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