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Summary

Lead and oversee the final assembly and completion phases for the F-16 aircraft as a Senior Production Supervisor. This strategic, hands-on leadership role is essential for guiding a high-performing team to achieve production milestones with a strong focus on safety, quality, cost control, and schedule adherence. In this senior position, you will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement, optimize processes, and uphold operational excellence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Lead, supervise, and mentor a skilled team responsible for the efficient production and final assembly of the F-16 aircraft, emphasizing quality, safety, and on-schedule delivery.Implement and enforce company policies, safety protocols, and production standards to ensure high-quality output and optimal operational performance.Identify, develop, and implement advanced process improvements to maximize production efficiency, control costs, and ensure timely delivery of completed aircraft.Foster productive working relationships with internal departments, DCMA, and the System Program Office, ensuring alignment with production goals and consistently exceeding customer expectations.Oversee resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to maintain a smooth production flow and proactively address any logistical challenges.Evaluate team performance, provide constructive feedback, implement corrective actions as necessary, and recognize outstanding contributions to foster a high-performance culture.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws.Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Strategic ManagementBeing connected RespectfulBuilding relationships and partnershipsCoaching FeedbackAccountability

PENDING CONTRACT AWARD

Summary

Lead and oversee the final assembly and completion phases for the F-16 aircraft as a Senior Production Supervisor. This strategic, hands-on leadership role is essential for guiding a high-performing team to achieve production milestones with a strong focus on safety, quality, cost control, and schedule adherence. In this senior position, you will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement, optimize processes, and uphold operational excellence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Lead, supervise, and mentor a skilled team responsible for the efficient production and final assembly of the F-16 aircraft, emphasizing quality, safety, and on-schedule delivery.Implement and enforce company policies, safety protocols, and production standards to ensure high-quality output and optimal operational performance.Identify, develop, and implement advanced process improvements to maximize production efficiency, control costs, and ensure timely delivery of completed aircraft.Foster productive working relationships with internal departments, DCMA, and the System Program Office, ensuring alignment with production goals and consistently exceeding customer expectations.Oversee resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to maintain a smooth production flow and proactively address any logistical challenges.Evaluate team performance, provide constructive feedback, implement corrective actions as necessary, and recognize outstanding contributions to foster a high-performance culture.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws.Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Strategic ManagementBeing connected RespectfulBuilding relationships and partnershipsCoaching FeedbackAccountability

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Secret security clearance.In order to obtain a secret clearance, qualified candidates must have US Citizenship.Ability to pass physical screening requirements

Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma or Equivalent required.Minimum 7 years of experience in aviation production, maintenance, aircraft structure modification, repair, or overhaul operations.Proven experience in leading teams to meet critical deadlines, address complex issues, and uphold high production standards.Proficient in blueprint interpretation.Strong customer relations skills and experience working with both internal and external stakeholders.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.

Desired Skills

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.Ability to multitask, prioritize, and organize assignments effectively.Prior 7-level skill rating from the Air Force, Marine, or Navy, or equivalent civilian credentials such as FAA “Airframe and Powerplant” or Inspector Airframe license.Experience with structural repair, fabrication, and assembly, particularly with fighter aircraft.Experience in performance metric creation, monitoring, and reporting.Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and processes.

Work Conditions
Position is located OCONUS and in an austere environment; work is being performed on the flight line, limited hangar or aviation field environment.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift and parts, tooling and other awkward items sometimes weighing greater than 50 lbs, including up and down stairs.Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching, and bending throughout the workday.Must be able to see and hear, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to assure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.

Compensation and Benefits:

Competitive compensation package.90/30 RotationComprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.401(k) retirement plan with company match.Professional development and career advancement opportunities

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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Secret security clearance.In order to obtain a secret clearance, qualified candidates must have US Citizenship.Ability to pass physical screening requirements

Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma or Equivalent required.Minimum 7 years of experience in aviation production, maintenance, aircraft structure modification, repair, or overhaul operations.Proven experience in leading teams to meet critical deadlines, address complex issues, and uphold high production standards.Proficient in blueprint interpretation.Strong customer relations skills and experience working with both internal and external stakeholders.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.

Desired Skills

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.Ability to multitask, prioritize, and organize assignments effectively.Prior 7-level skill rating from the Air Force, Marine, or Navy, or equivalent civilian credentials such as FAA “Airframe and Powerplant” or Inspector Airframe license.Experience with structural repair, fabrication, and assembly, particularly with fighter aircraft.Experience in performance metric creation, monitoring, and reporting.Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and processes.

Work Conditions
Position is located OCONUS and in an austere environment; work is being performed on the flight line, limited hangar or aviation field environment.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift and parts, tooling and other awkward items sometimes weighing greater than 50 lbs, including up and down stairs.Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching, and bending throughout the workday.Must be able to see and hear, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to assure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.

Compensation and Benefits:

Competitive compensation package.90/30 RotationComprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.401(k) retirement plan with company match.Professional development and career advancement opportunities

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