Senior MES Plant Maintenance Operations Lead - SAP PM/EAM

CTG is seeking an experienced Senior MES Plant Maintenance Operations Lead with deep expertise in SAP Plant Maintenance (PM), Enterprise Asset Management (EAM), and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) integration. This role will drive the integration of plant maintenance operations with SAP S/4HANA PM/EAM solutions to improve asset reliability, maintenance execution, downtime tracking, and operational performance within an Aerospace & Defense manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in maintenance operations, asset management, SAP S/4HANA EAM/PM implementation, and MES integration, with the ability to translate business requirements into scalable enterprise solutions. Location: Virginia Beach, VA Duration: 6 months Key Responsibilities Lead the design, implementation, and configuration of SAP S/4HANA Plant Maintenance (PM) and Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) solutions. Drive MES and SAP PM/EAM integration initiatives to optimize maintenance planning, execution, and asset performance. Improve equipment reliability, operational uptime, and maintenance effectiveness through process and system enhancements. Collaborate with maintenance, operations, engineering, and IT teams to define and implement maintenance management strategies. Support preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance processes across manufacturing operations. Develop solutions for maintenance scheduling, work order management, downtime tracking, and asset lifecycle management. Facilitate requirements gathering sessions, process design workshops, testing activities, and end-user training. Provide leadership and subject matter expertise throughout all phases of implementation and deployment. Required Skills SAP S/4HANA Plant Maintenance (PM) SAP Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) MES Integration Asset Reliability and Performance Management Preventive and Predictive Maintenance Maintenance Planning and Scheduling Work Order Management Equipment and Asset Lifecycle Management Downtime Tracking and Root Cause Analysis Business Process Design and Optimization Stakeholder Management and Cross-Functional Collaboration Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing Experience Experience 8+ years of SAP PM/EAM implementation and support experience. Proven experience implementing SAP S/4HANA EAM/PM solutions in manufacturing environments. Experience integrating MES platforms with enterprise maintenance systems. Strong track record of improving maintenance operations, equipment reliability, and operational efficiency. Experience leading enterprise-wide maintenance transformation initiatives. Aerospace & Defense industry experience preferred. Education Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field, or equivalent eperience. SAP S/4HANA EAM/PM certifications preferred. Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required. CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee based recruitment services for this role. To Apply: To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you! About CTG CTG, a Cegeka company, delivers IT and business solutions that enhance clients’ digital agility, empowering them to seize new opportunities and overcome any challenge. Backed by more than 60 years’ experience and a commitment to being a reliable, results-driven partner, we work shoulder to shoulder with clients to shape digital together. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. With more than 9,000 team members in over 15 countries, we combine global expertise with local insight to deliver innovative solutions. We operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries. Together, we shape what’s next—working shoulder to shoulder to deliver impactful solutions for our clients and society. Our culture is built by the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. At CTG, you’ll find a workplace where you are encouraged to grow, supported in your ambitions, and empowered to shape your own career journey. For more information, visit . CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws. CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes. CTG, Inc.