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Aircraft Maintenance Associate Manager/Contract Field Team (CFT) Lead


Company : Lockheed Martin


Location : Eielson Afb, AK


Created : 2026-02-05


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Description: Join our Aeronautics Field Sustainment (AFS) Team at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska to provide post-delivery modification (mod and retrofit) leadership within the Modification, Upgrade and Overhaul (MUO) Value Stream Team (VST). The successful candidate will serve as a leader within the AFS MUO team and assist overseeing the global AFS Contractor Field Team (CFT) operations for F-35; domestic /international travel ~10-65%. What You Will Be Doing Responsibilities include performing and/or overseeing the following tasks: u2022 Leading Contractor Field Teams (CFT) executing modifications at U.S. and International locations u2022 Compliance with customer and company procedures relative to the MUO VST u2022 Responsible for contractual and operational performance to include safety, cost, schedule and technical performance of CFT operations. Assesses performance issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction goals and objectives. Reviews status of projects and budgets; manages schedules and prepares status reports. u2022 Responsible for hiring and management of CFT personnel. Coordinates talent management strategies with HR, Talent Acquisition, Workforce Planning and Training. u2022 Participates in contract negotiations and changes. u2022 Coordinates the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract u2022 F-35 post-delivery modification support planning/integration and execution of the mod packages u2022 Support of Change Requests and change management correspondence u2022 Support of MUO initiatives associated with Low Rate Initial Production (LRIP), and Full Rate Production (FRP) contracts u2022 Engineering Liaison/Integration for Execution operations u2022 Primary leadership liaison with stakeholders for all post-delivery Time Compliance Technical Directive/Order (TCTD/TCTO) modifications. TCTD Kit-Proofing, Verification, and Validation integration and support and TCTO prototype execution. u2022 Customer/Team Partner Post Delivery Modification integration and support u2022 Leading the integration of LM/AFS activities into field site operations to include the identification, coordination and care of customer deliverables (facilities, base access, GFE...) and adherence to local customer policies and procedures to include, official agreements (CFT Plans / Memorandum of Agreement/Memorandum of Understanding MOA/MOU). u2022 Site specific LM/AFS performance regarding contractual performance and operational performance to include safety, quality and customer/other agency compliance. Assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction goals and objectives. u2022 Must possess at minimum an Interim Secret Security Clearance prior to starting. Must be able to obtain a Final Secret Clearance and be a United States citizen. Who You Are Conflict Resolution: You have the capability to navigate and resolve disputes effectively, maintaining team cohesion and productivity. Project Management: You consider yourself proficient in planning, executing, and overseeing projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget. Whatu2019s In It For You: From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martinu2019s comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you. aeroafs #OneLMHotJobs aerosystems Basic Qualifications: The following Basic Qualifications are skills that a candidate must possess to be considered for this position: u2022 Leader with experience leading post-delivery aircraft modification, overhaul, and upgrade, in-service repair, and inspection efforts. u2022 Fighter aircraft experience u2022 Staff leadership experience coaching and developing Aircraft Maintenance, Upgrade and Overhaul (MUO) team members. u2022 Experience interpreting and executing policies and procedures that typically affect aircraft maintenance and modification activities as related to US services and partner countries. u2022 Background in planning maintenance/modification actions and executing Time Compliance Technical Orders/Directives (TCTO/TCTD). u2022 Experienced in process development and continuous improvement u2022 Experience operating autonomously with minimal direction from senior management u2022 Experience with MS Office applications is required u2022 Experience managing the production of weekly status reports, metrics, incorporation documents, and schedules. Desired Skills: The following Desired Skills are not required but are those skills that would set a candidate apart from the others: u2022 Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college u2022 Experience utilizing System Engineering processes and procedures. u2022 Experience applying retrofit background and knowledge to optimize new systems and tools within Global Sustainment. u2022 Experience managing retrofit activities and proven management/scheduling skills. u2022 Excellent communication skills Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level: Secret Other Important Information You Should Know Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings. Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits. Schedule for this Position: Non- standard 40 hour work week as assigned by leader Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration. At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility. If this sounds like a culture you connect with, youu2019re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications. Experience Level: Experienced Professional Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY Relocation Available: Possible Career Area: Systems Engineering: Other Type: Full-Time Shift: First