VX23 - Work Center Supervisor (Egress AME) - Naval Test Wing Atlantic (NTWL) - Patuxent River, MD

Supervises a shop or group with day-to-day maintenance tasks on assigned rotary and fixed wing aircraft, equipment and machinery under an RDT&E program. Applies professional technical expertise and guidance to solve complex problems by interpreting technical data such as blueprints or manufactures’ manuals.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coordinates and supervises activities of personnel, determining and directing specific work assignments.
• Assists in the operations of the maintenance departments per the COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 series.
• Ensures full and effective employment of assigned personnel.
• Ensures all work is scheduled and performed in a safe and efficient manner.
• Responsible for compliance of special programs as assigned. Ensures direct reports are fully compliant with all approved procedures.
• Ensures all direct reports and maintenance employees receive job and safety training.
• Identifies material and special tooling needs to accomplish the daily work assignment.
• Provides employees with proper training on Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Provide technical training and assistance as needed.
• May lead and direct a group of two or more individuals.
• Comply with all current sections of COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 series applicable to aircraft maintenance and ALSS.
• Working knowledge of technical publications, NAMP and NALCOMIS aircraft maintenance applications.

Other or Additional Responsibilities:

• Perform other job related duties as may be assigned.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Knowledge of Safe working techniques and procedures.
• Ability to plan and schedule maintenance work requirements.
• Requires working technical knowledge of aircraft, machinery, facilities, and equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude in order to offer technical direction in all maintenance areas.
• Understand technical language terms in associated field.
• Ability to interact effectively with personnel at all organizational levels.
• Ability to use a computer.
• Must have full knowledge of COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 series and the RDT&E community.
• Knowledge of military publications, drawings, blueprints, microfilm, diagrams, and schematics is mandatory.
• Knowledge of military and/or company forms required by work requirements.
• Working knowledge of safety rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Possess a valid US State driver's license.
• Ability to read and interpret data is required.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to obtain a government flight line driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain a secret security clearance.

Experience & Education:

• High School degree or equivalent required.
• Associate's degree or trade license preferred.
• Six (6) years of experience in the aircraft maintenance environment.
• Completion of specialized courses in aircraft structural repair for the F/A-18A-D Hornet, F/A-18E/F Super Hornet, EA-18G Growler, T-45C Goshawk, and F-35B/C is required.
• A&P License/FAA Certification desirable but not required.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment:

• May work in Aircraft maintenance hangar or outside.
• May be required to respond to a wide variety of operational circumstances, including extreme weather conditions and rudimentary infrastructure.
• May be exposed to extreme noise from turbine and jet engine aircraft.
• May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles; may be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts, vehicles, or aircraft.
• Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for certain periods throughout the day.
• Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.
• Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp, or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to see aircraft in flight, read dials/gauges, identify small objects and hand tools.
• Must be able to see imperfections, micrometer readings and other small scales.
• Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.
• Must be able to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depth.
• May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, forklift, APU, etc.

Travel:

• May vary by location.

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