Field Project Manager - Aircraft Sustainment & Modifications

Field Project Manager – Aircraft Sustainment & Modifications

Location: Joint Base Charleston, SC (100% Onsite)

Job Type: 12 months Contract

Pay: $59/hr on W2

Shift: Variable (Must be open to overtime/weekends based on business needs)

Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Modification Project Technical Specialist to lead and manage minor project plans and final scheduled maintenance visits at Joint Base Charleston. In this role, you will act as the primary coordinator for assigned contracts, interacting with senior USAF and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) personnel. You will oversee schedule management, resource identification, parts availability, and root cause analysis to resolve operational maintenance issues efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Project & Maintenance Coordination: Serve as the primary liaison for assigned contracts across USAF and FMS organizations. Develop final scheduled maintenance plans and daily operational schedules.
• Execution & Quality Assurance: Direct maintenance activities, conduct root cause analyses for technical/quality issues, and ensure completed work satisfies all operational objectives.
• Supply & Resource Management: Identify required resources, validate parts availability, and mitigate potential project bottlenecks.
• Problem Resolution: Apply technical precedents, industry standards, and established policies to solve complex sustainment and modification challenges.

Basic Qualifications & Requirements

• Aircraft Experience: 3+ years of hands-on experience in aircraft sustainment, repairs, and modifications
• Project Management: 3+ years of experience developing and managing project plans, baselines, and schedules.
• Medical & Physical Certifications: Ability to pass and maintain active qualifications for Ground Operations Personnel (GOP) and air respirator medical physicals
• Schedule Flexibility: Willingness and ability to work overtime, variable shifts, or weekends as dictated by project requirements.

Preferred Attributes

• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills when collaborating with military and civilian teams. xhyhwjd
• Deep knowledge of standard industry aviation practices, safety guidelines, and quality assurance principles.