Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor

Department of the Air Force

Moffett Field, California Full-time $67 – $78 Closes Jul 16, 2026

Summary

This Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor position, is located in one of two major divisions within the Logistics Directorate (Logistics Group) of an Air National Guard Flying Wing and is part of the Ca 129 Rqw. This position is concurrently announced with Agr A26-226. Only one of the announced positions will be filled. Referral and selection will be IAWCNGFPR335.

Duties

  • This is a T32 excepted service, Permanent.
  • Position The primary purpose of the Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor, Ws-8801-14, is to provide overall direction and coordination of subordinate work activities within one of three major work functions (Aircraft Generation Division, and the Equipment Maintenance and the Component Repair Branches of the Aircraft Maintenance Division.
  • All three work functions are organized with a number of subordinate supervisors due to the scope, volume, and complexity of operations.
  • The work involves the total maintenance of complex, high performance military aircraft, ranging from multi-purpose heavy, multi engine transports to the most modern sophisticated fighters and bombers.
  • All aircraft are fully integrated in and are part of the Total Force Mission of the United States Air Force.
  • Occupations supervised are somewhat similar, in that they all involve maintenance of assigned aircraft to ensure combat readiness; they are dissimilar in their organizational location, as well as the functional areas, occupational series, and the diversity and complexity of systems for which each function is responsible.
  • The occupation and nonsupervisory grade which best reflects the overall work operations supervised is Aircraft Mechanic, Wg-8852-10.
  • May make additional selections within 90 days of eligible(s) issuance.

Requirements

  • California National Guard Membership is Required: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in the California National Guard.
  • Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
  • Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
  • If you are interested in joining the California National Guard, please contact a California National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. https://ca.nationalguard.com/california Compatible Military Assignment and Grade are required.
  • Military technicians must be assigned to a military position in the same unit which they are employed or, in a unit that is supported by the employing activity.
  • Military technicians must hold the military grade specified for the position.
  • Priority Areas(s) of Consideration: Priority consideration is first given to the areas below.
  • Area I= Current California National Guard employees who are serving on a Permanent/Indefinite/Temporary appointment.
  • Area II= Current California National Guard members.
  • Military Grades: E-8 or E-9 Recruitment/Relocation Recruitment/Relocation Incentive is Not authorized.
  • PCS Relocation Costs is Not authorized based on determination that Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move is not in the Government best interest.
  • Must maintain appropriate level of security clearance.
  • Conditions of employment include:
  • May be required to successfully complete a one or two year trial period. Must wear appropriate military uniform including required grooming standards. Must maintain a compatible military unit, grade and job assignment as required by current directives.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. Security Clearance: at a minimum a National Agency Check is required.

Education

N/A

Required Documents

This position requires a complete application package. This usually includes your resume and any documents named in the official announcement, such as transcripts, an SF-50, or a DD-214 where applicable. Review the announcement for the exact list before applying.

About this role

The Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor position with the Department of the Air Force is based in Moffett Field, California. This Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor position, is located in one of two major divisions within the Logistics Directorate (Logistics Group) of an Air National Guard Flying Wing and is part of the Ca 129 Rqw. The role pays $66.58 to $77.67 per hour.

Day to day, the work involves the core duties of the Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor role as detailed in the announcement below. The full list of duties, conditions, and required documents appears in the official announcement linked on this page.

Who should apply

This role calls for the ability to obtain and hold a security clearance. Match your federal resume directly to the announcement's wording so a reviewer can confirm each requirement in writing. For this Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor position with the Department of the Air Force in Moffett Field, California, confirm you meet each requirement before applying.

How competitive it is

The posted pay of $66.58 to $77.67 per hour places this in a competitive but attainable range for qualified applicants. Because it is a supervisory or senior position, expect experienced candidates and a strong emphasis on a documented leadership and performance record. The security clearance requirement means a longer hiring timeline, so patience and an early application help. Based in Moffett Field, California, it competes within that local market, which can mean lighter competition than major metropolitan postings. The announcement closes on July 16, 2026, and federal postings can close early once enough applications arrive, so applying promptly is wise.

This overview is general guidance from Job Army to help you understand the role. Always read the official announcement for exact duties, qualifications, and requirements before applying.

Job Details

Department Department of the Air Force
Job Type Full-time
Location Moffett Field, California
Salary $67 – $78
Pay Period Per Hour
Closing Date Jul 16, 2026
Posted Jun 16, 2026
Source ID CA-12988160-AF-26-292
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