Aircraft Maintenance Controller Jobs in Virginia

Aircraft Mechanic III (Multiple Specialties) – MV-22 Osprey
Location: MCAS New River, NC
Clearance Required: Active Secret Clearance
Period of Performance: January 23, 2026 – July 22, 2031 Program Overview
VMMT-204 is the Department of Defense’s largest and only source of MV-22 Osprey pilot and crew training, supporting the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) partners, including the Japanese Defense Force. The squadron sustains approximately 22–24 MV-22 aircraft and operates near-continuous maintenance operations to ensure uninterrupted pilot production. Contractor Maintenance Support (CMS) is mission-critical to maintaining aircraft readiness and avoiding downstream impacts to global DoD aviation operations. Position Summary
We are hiring multiple Aircraft Mechanic III professionals to support O-Level maintenance on the MV-22 Osprey platform. This posting covers multiple specialties we are hiring for. Aircraft Mechanic III personnel are senior-level maintainers expected to work independently, lead and mentor junior mechanics, and provide technical expertise across complex maintenance tasks in accordance with NAVAIR publications, IETMs, and the NAMP 4790 series. All specialties require assignment of Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representatives (CDQARs) in applicable work centers. Available Specialties (Select One Based on Experience)
Aircraft Mechanic III – Flight Line (3)
Perform all O-level maintenance on aircraft engines and auxiliary power units, fuel cells and fuel systems, propellers, dynamic components, and drive systems. Aircraft Mechanic III – Avionics (3)
Perform all O-level maintenance on aircraft electronic, electrical, instrument, flight control, and fire control systems. Aircraft Mechanic III – Maintenance Controller (4)
Plan, direct, coordinate, and monitor aircraft and equipment maintenance workloads. One position will serve as Phase Program Coordinator in accordance with NAMP 4790 series requirements. Aircraft Mechanic III – Flight Equipment (1)
Perform O-level maintenance on Aviation Life Support Systems (ALSS) and aircraft egress systems. One position will serve as Egress Program Manager. Aircraft Mechanic III – Airframes (4)
Perform O-level maintenance on aircraft structures, landing gear, and hydraulic systems. Qualified to apply paint to aircraft and rotor blades. One position will serve as Respirator Protection and HAZMAT Manager. Aircraft Mechanic III – Technical Directive (TD) Coordinator (1)
Manage TD compliance in accordance with the NAMP, including tracking, documentation, parts coordination, and configuration management within NALCOMIS. Aircraft Mechanic III – Support Equipment Maintenance Coordinator (SEMC) (1)
Support the Program Manager in executing SE management responsibilities and ensure support equipment records are maintained per NAMP 4790 series. Aircraft Mechanic III – Team Lead (1)
Responsible for oversight of all contractor personnel performance, coordination with the COR, and implementation of corrective action plans as required. Key Responsibilities (All Specialties)
• Perform and supervise O-level scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on MV-22 aircraft
• Troubleshoot, repair, remove, replace, and modify aircraft systems and components
• Lead, mentor, and provide technical guidance to Mechanic I, II, and III personnel
• Interpret and apply IETMs, NAVAIR technical manuals, blueprints, and manufacturer documentation
• Ensure accurate documentation within NALCOMIS OOMA and ASM
• Make required entries in aircraft logs and records
• Support Quality Assurance processes and CDQAR responsibilities
• Maintain compliance with safety, confined space, fuel cell, and HAZMAT requirements
• Prioritize workload to meet aircraft delivery and training schedules Required Qualifications
• Extensive hands-on maintenance, modification, and repair experience on MV-22 aircraft
• Ability to work independently without direct technical supervision
• Thorough knowledge of NAVAIR publications, IETMs, and common/peculiar support equipment
• Familiarity or ability to become proficient in NALCOMIS OOMA and ASM within 90 days
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to train and mentor junior personnel
• Experience working with aircraft confined space, fuel cells, and tanks per NAVAIR 01-1A-35
• Ability to obtain and maintain required Support Equipment licenses
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Active Secret Clearance required Tools & Technical Expertise
Must demonstrate proficiency with aircraft maintenance tools and equipment including, but not limited to:
• Test equipment and diagnostic tools
• Torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers
• Cable tensiometers
• Sheet metal brakes and shears Why Join This Program
• Support the only DoD squadron providing MV-22 maintenance
• Direct impact on U.S. and allied aviation readiness
• Long-term contract stability through 2031
• Opportunity to serve in senior, leadership-driven maintenance roles on a premier tiltrotor platform