Mechanical Maintenance Lead

FWG Solutions is a rapidly growing systems integrator and premier small business provider of technology services to government and commercial clients. We are a trusted provider of cybersecurity, logistics, advanced engineering and operational support services to the United States Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community and Federal Civilian agencies. We are a quality driven organization that leverages its ISO 20000-1:2011, ISO 27001:2013 and CMMI Level 3 quality standards, certifications and service delivery expertise to support all of our clients.

The Maintenance Manager will be responsible for leading, coordinating and executing maintenance, repairs and modification efforts on complex mechanical systems to ensure their successful support of the U.S. Navy’s Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC) Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV) program on base. This position ensures that all maintenance activities meet operational, technical and quality standards while maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Direct and supervise maintenance and repair activities for air‑cushion vehicles, aircraft, or shipboard mechanical systems

Lead a workforce of mechanics, technicians, and inspectors to ensure safe and effective maintenance operations

Provide hands‑on oversight for troubleshooting, corrective maintenance, component replacement, system testing, and post‑repair validation

Develop daily, weekly, and long‑range maintenance plans, coordinating labor, materials, and equipment.

Prioritize maintenance tasks based on operational needs, system readiness, and safety considerations.

Manage the scheduling and execution of preventative, corrective, and emergent maintenance activities.

Implement and manage maintenance quality assurance practices to ensure conformance to technical, safety, and procedural standards

requirements from: J‑STD‑001, IPC‑A‑610, IPC‑A‑620, NAVSEA Welding Certifications, Non‑Destructive Testing (NDT) procedures

Drive improvements to maintenance processes by integrating lessons learned, inspection results, and root‑cause analyses

Ensure accurate documentation of maintenance actions and compliance with established quality control systems

Enforce all safety standards related to mechanical systems maintenance, tooling, equipment use, and hazardous environments

Conduct worksite inspections, hazard assessments, and corrective actions to maintain a safe maintenance environment

Identify risks related to equipment degradation, schedule pressures, quality concerns, or resource constraints and implement mitigation measures

Provide daily supervision, coaching, and professional development for maintenance personnel.

Oversee workforce qualification tracking, technical training, certification requirements, and cross‑training opportunities

Evaluate performance, maintain accountability, and foster a culture of safety and high technical standards

Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and mission focus across the team

Other duties as related to the business functions of FWG Solutions, as assigned

 

Requirements & Qualifications

Education:

High School Degree Required

Licenses & Certifications:

Active Secret Security Clearance

Experience:

Seven (7) or more years of experience performing maintenance, repair, or modification on air‑cushion vehicles, aircraft, or U.S. Navy shipboard mechanical systems.

At least five (5) years of concurrent experience supervising maintenance and repair of air‑cushion vehicles or aircraft.

Strong background in mechanical system troubleshooting, system-level maintenance, and operational readiness restoration

Desired experience implementing and managing quality assurance programs in a maintenance environment

Familiarity with the following standards and certifications is essential: J‑STD‑001, IPC‑A‑610, IPC‑A‑620, NAVSEA Welding Certifications, Non‑Destructive Testing (NDT) procedures

Required experience with the Navy 3‑M Preventative Maintenance Program, including documentation, execution, and reporting requirements.

 

Skills & Abilities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proven ability to lead maintenance teams in high‑tempo environments.

Strong organizational, communication, and prioritization skills.

Familiarity with maintenance documentation, inspection processes, safety procedures, and technical work instructions

Ability to hold yourself and others accountable on short-term and long-term goals

Superior organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks

High level problem-solving and communication skills

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

Project management principles and practices

Ability to work with various levels of personnel including senior leadership

Use of Microsoft Office software applications to include Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

 

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