Site Supervisor / Program Manager – KC-135 CFT Organizational, Intermediate & Depot (O/I/D) Maintenance
Adams Communication & Engineering Technology Inc. Aerospace Division
- Fairchild AFB, WA
- 1 day ago
- $100–$110 Per Year
- Full-time
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Skills
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- Aircraft Maintenanceunmatched
- Customer Relationsunmatched
- Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
- Financial Complianceunmatched
- Leadershipunmatched
- Logisticsunmatched
- Project/Program Managementunmatched
- Secret Clearanceunmatched
- Security Clearanceunmatched
- United States Air Force (USAF)unmatched
Description
Job Title: Site Supervisor / Program Manager – KC-135 CFT Organizational, Intermediate & Depot (O/I/D) Maintenance
Location: Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington
Pay Band: $100,000. - $110,000. based on experience level
Security Clearance
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance.
Position Overview
Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET) is 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.
This position serves 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. The successful candidate will ensure safe, efficient, and compliant maintenance operations while delivering exceptional customer support and mission readiness.
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.
Job Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Site Leadership & Operations
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.
Customer Relations
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.
Attend production meetings, scheduling meetings, planning conferences, and contract reviews.
Provide timely status updates regarding aircraft availability, schedule performance, risks, and resource requirements.
Contract Management
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.
Financial Management
Manage program financial performance including:
Labor utilization
Budget execution
Forecasting
Cost control
Revenue tracking
Profitability
Review labor charging and staffing utilization.
Identify efficiencies while maintaining contract compliance and mission support.
Support contract modifications, equitable adjustments, and pricing requests as required.
Personnel Management
Recruit, mentor, develop, and retain high-performing maintenance professionals.
Conduct employee performance reviews.
Manage staffing levels to meet contractual requirements.
Coordinate hiring, onboarding, training, disciplinary actions, and employee development.
Foster a positive work environment focused on teamwork and continuous improvement.
Quality & Compliance
Ensure all maintenance complies with:
Applicable Air Force Instructions (AFIs)
Technical Orders (TOs)
OSHA requirements
Environmental regulations
ACET Quality Management System
Support Government Quality Assurance inspections.
Lead corrective actions and root cause analysis.
Ensure compliance with AS9100/AS9110 quality standards where applicable.
Safety Leadership
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.
Champion Human Factors and Operational Risk Management (ORM).
Program Reporting
Responsible for preparation and submission of:
Contract Data Requirement Lists (CDRLs)
Monthly Program Management Reviews (PMRs)
Financial reports
Staffing reports
Schedule performance metrics
Aircraft status reports
Risk assessments
Corrective Action Reports
Executive briefings
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Fairchild AFB, WA |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Salary | $100–$110 Per Year |
| Company Size | 51 - 200 |
| Year Founded | 1998 |
| Headquarters | Havelock, NC, US |
| Website | https://www.adamscomm.com |
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
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.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Exceptional leadership and decision-making skills.
Strong customer relationship management.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Financial and business acumen.
Strategic planning and execution.
Conflict resolution and problem-solving.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic operational environment.
Strong understanding of aircraft maintenance production management.
Proven ability to lead diverse technical teams while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and mission readiness.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to lift, push, pull and manipulate 50lbs independently when needed.
Must be able to climb on ladders if needed.
Must be able to repeatedly enter and exit aircraft using stationary steps/stairs.
Position involves long periods of standing, bending, kneeling, squatting, crawling on aircraft structure and around aircraft for maintenance functions.
Position may require working in a confined workspace.
Position may require use / exposure to fuels, oils, hydraulic fluids and cleaning solvents.
Position is located in a high noise area within an aircraft hangar / flightline environment.
FIT for Duty Physical is required.
May require DOT and Respiratory Physicals.
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.
About Company
Adams Communication & Engineering Technology, Inc. (ACET) is engineering the future. Inclusively. Intelligently. Intentionally for advanced aerospace engineering, mission critical communication system, systems integration & technical innovation, strategic problem solving and diversity driven communication.
ACET is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
