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ACL Digital lists this Field Project Manager – Aircraft Sustainment & Modifications opportunity in charleston county, South Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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)
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.
Deep knowledge of standard industry aviation practices, safety guidelines, and quality assurance principles.
Who can apply
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