Site Supervisor / Program Manager

About the role

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET), Incorporated is a Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) system engineering and information technology firm, headquartered in Maryland and Virginia. We are seeking an experienced Site Supervisor / Program Manager to lead KC-135 Contractor Field Team (CFT) Organizational, Intermediate, and Depot (O/I/D) Maintenance operations at Fairchild Air Force Base, WA.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will serve as ACET's senior on-site representative and primary interface with the U.S. Air Force, responsible for overall contract execution, aircraft maintenance operations, personnel leadership, customer relationships, financial performance, compliance, and reporting. Key responsibilities include:

• Serve as ACET's senior on-site leader supporting KC-135 Contractor Field Team maintenance operations
• Direct daily Organizational, Intermediate, and Depot-Level maintenance activities
• Lead aircraft maintenance planning, scheduling, execution, and production
• Ensure aircraft are maintained in accordance with technical orders, Air Force Instructions (AFIs), contract requirements, and ACET policies
• Provide overall leadership for maintenance supervisors, technicians, quality personnel, logistics personnel, and administrative staff
• Promote a culture centered on safety, quality, accountability, professionalism, and mission success
• Act as the primary interface between ACET and U.S. Air Force leadership
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with Wing leadership, Maintenance Group leadership, Contracting Officers, CORs, QA personnel, and Government Program Managers
• Manage execution of the contract to ensure all requirements are met
• Ensure compliance with all contract requirements, Performance Work Statement (PWS), CDRLs, and Government reporting requirements
• Develop and submit all required Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) accurately and on schedule
• Track contract metrics, KPIs, and deliverables
• Coordinate responses to Government action items and data calls
• Manage program financial performance
• Recruit, mentor, develop, and retain high-performing maintenance professionals
• Conduct employee performance reviews
• Manage staffing levels to meet contractual requirements
• Ensure all maintenance complies with applicable Air Force Instructions (AFIs), Technical Orders (TOs), OSHA requirements, and ACET Quality Management System
• Promote a proactive safety culture
• Conduct regular safety meetings and stand-downs
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and Air Force safety requirements
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions
• Prepare and submit contract reports, including CDRLs, Monthly Program Management Reviews (PMRs), financial reports, staffing reports, schedule performance metrics, aircraft status reports, risk assessments, and Corrective Action Reports

Requirements

The ideal candidate possesses extensive U.S. Air Force KC-135 maintenance leadership experience, proven program management skills, and a strong understanding of USAF maintenance, logistics, quality, and contracting processes. Required qualifications include:

• High School Diploma or GED (Bachelor's degree preferred)
• Minimum of 12 years of military or commercial aircraft maintenance experience
• Minimum 5 years in a leadership or supervisory position
• Minimum 3 years managing aircraft maintenance programs supporting Government contracts
• Extensive KC-135 maintenance experience strongly preferred
• Thorough understanding of Organizational, Intermediate, and Depot-Level aircraft maintenance
• Experience supporting Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) or Contractor Field Team (CFT) operations
• Experience managing Government contracts
• Experience preparing and managing CDRLs
• Strong understanding of Air Force maintenance processes
• Experience working directly with Government customers
• Strong leadership and team-building abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior U.S. Air Force Senior NCO or Officer maintenance leadership experience
• Program Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Lean Six Sigma certification
• Experience supporting Air Mobility Command (AMC)
• Previous experience leading KC-135 Contractor Field Teams
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM), budgeting, and financial forecasting
• Knowledge of Government contracting, FAR/DFARS, and contract administration

Physical Requirements

The position requires:

• Lifting, pushing, pulling, and manipulating 50lbs independently when needed
• Climbing on ladders if needed
• Repeatedly entering and exiting aircraft using stationary steps/stairs
• Long periods of standing, bending, kneeling, squatting, crawling on aircraft structure and around aircraft for maintenance functions
• Working in a confined workspace
• Use/exposure to fuels, oils, hydraulic fluids, and cleaning solvents
• Working in a high noise area within an aircraft hangar/flightline environment
• FIT for Duty Physical is required
• DOT and Respiratory Physicals may be required

Travel Requirements

Up to 30% travel as required for customer meetings, program reviews, training, and corporate support.

Security Clearance

Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance. This position is contingent upon contract award. All candidates must be a U.S. Citizen to apply.