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Manager Aircraft Maintenance 3

Posted 1 day agoBusiness & Finance

Compensation

$152,300–$228,500/year

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Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We are looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions.

By joining in our shared mission, we ’II support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you ’II have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

Start your future with a new mission, Northrop Grumman Mission Systems. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, located in Baltimore, MD has an immediate need for an Aircraft Maintenance Manager 3.

The Aircraft Maintenance Manager 3 is responsible for administering and managing the maintenance of company aircraft.

This person will serve as the responsible person for maintaining each aircraft maintenance and inspection programs under CFR14 part91. and will direct and oversee a team of Crew Chiefs, mechanics, and planners.

The primary work location of this position is at the company hangar facility at the Baltimore Washington Airport. 

Other job responsibilities include:

  • Directing, motivating, developing, and engaging a diverse workforce in a dynamic environment across multiple locations

  • Coordinating with department leadership on day-to-day operational decisions and long-range strategic plans and budgets

  • Coordinating maintenance department activities with other departments such as Operations, Safety, Quality, Engineering

  • Establishing operational procedures and policies to ensure safe, effective, and cost-efficient departmental practices

  • Providing technical expertise on maintenance procedures, certifications, and aircraft airworthiness to all company operating sectors

  • Interfacing with the FAA on all regulatory compliance issues

  • Directing the administration of relationships with all airframe and powerplant manufacturers and other vendor services

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of aviation maintenance experience with a background in FAR Part 91 Special Mission Aircraft operations (will consider an additional 4 years of experience in lieu of Bachelor's degree).

  • Experience on Canadian Regional Jets along with corporate-class aircraft, including turbojet and turboprop aircraft.

  • Previous aircraft maintenance management experience.

  • FAA Aircraft and Powerplant certificate, Current FAA Inspection Authorization.

  • Eligibility to secure and maintain an airport-issued security badge.

  • Eligibility to secure and maintain a US-issued passport.

  • Proficiency with CAMP Maintenance Tracking programs.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

  • US Citizenship required.

  • Able to obtain and maintanin a DoD Secret security clearance.

  • 5 years of leadership role experience within a Experimental Special Mission Flight Test organization.

  • Knowledge of CFR14 parts 21, 23, 43, 65, and 91.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Maintenance training and experience on CRJ 700,Lear 60,and Dash8 aircraft

  • Basic Knowledge of  a Safety Management System pertaining to an Aviation Maintenance organization

  • Able to obtain a DoD Top Secret security clearance

Primary Level Salary Range: $152,300.00 - $228,500.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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Job Details

Category
Business & Finance
Employment Type
Full time
Location
Baltimore, MD
Posted
Jan 19, 2026, 07:00 PM
Listed
Jan 20, 2026, 11:28 AM
Compensation
$152,300 - $228,500 per year

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