SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here (https://www.sncorp.com/capabilities/nc3-systems/) .

The Operations Manager - Aircraft Maintenance plays a critical role in ensuring the seamless execution of aircraft maintenance activities, while strictly adhering to safety and regulatory standards. Reporting to the Senior Aircraft Maintenance Manager, this position involves the development and scheduling of comprehensive maintenance plans, coordination with various maintenance teams, and continuous monitoring of progress to ensure timely and efficient completion of tasks.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries. https://www.sncorp.com/company/business-areas/

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a detailed aircraft maintenance plan in accordance with the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) maintenance planning documents.

• Schedule and coordinate all aircraft maintenance activities, ensuring they meet safety and regulatory compliance

• Monitor ongoing maintenance work, making necessary adjustments to schedules to ensure timely completion

• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation related to all maintenance activities

• Collaborate with maintenance personnel to ensure the availability of required resources

• Foster strong relationships with stakeholders to align maintenance activities with their needs

• Participate actively in safety and quality assurance programs to uphold high standards

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of aircraft systems and regulatory requirements

• Input and manage data in the Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) aircraft records system

• Assist in creating process steps within the Manufacturing Execution System (MES)

• Leverage knowledge and experience with military and commercial aircraft ATAs (Air Transport Association Specifications), AMMs (Aircraft Maintenance Manuals), Work Orders, and Technical Orders

• Utilize maintenance planning software effectively

• Apply a strong understanding of FAA regulations and USAF customer policies to all planning activities

• Lead or support project/program management tasks as needed

• Ensure compliance with Quality Management Systems (QMS)

• Perform preventive, scheduled, and unscheduled maintenance in a Title 14, CFR Part 145 environment for both commercial and military aircraft

Must-haves:

• • Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Engineering, or a related field of study.

• Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education

• Typically 4-6 years' experience in aircraft maintenance planning or a related field with wide body aircraft.

• Strong organizational and planning skills, with acute attention to detail.

• In-depth knowledge of aircraft systems and regulatory compliance requirements.

• Extensive experience with military and commercial aircraft ATAs, AMMs, Work Orders, and Technical Orders

• Experience using maintenance planning software

• Deep understanding of FAA regulations

• Proven experience in project/program management

• Expertise in Quality Management Systems

• Demonstrated experience in performing commercial and military preventive, scheduled, and unscheduled maintenance in a Title 14, CFR Part 145 environment

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other relevant software

• FAA Airframe and/or Power plant Mechanic License

• Experience with specialized maintenance activities, such as structures, avionics, and non-destructive testing

• Familiarity with Continuous Improvement methodologies

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more (https://www.sncorp.com/careers/total-rewards/) .

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. (https://www.dcsa.mil/About/)

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made without regarding to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. Contributions to SNC come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.