Aviation program manager jobs | Work For Warriors

Oct 06, 2026

Full time

Aviation Regulatory Program Manager - Remote

$122,000 - $155,000 yearly

Skydio Remote (Remote)

Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users, from utility inspectors to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios, and beyond. About the Role We are seeking a world-class Aviation Regulatory Program Manager to join our Global Aviation Regulatory team. You will execute regulatory strategy to secure and sustain operational approvals that enable advanced, autonomous drone operations in the U.S. and globally. This is the opportunity of a lifetime. Skydio is the largest American drone company whose products are used by thousands of organizations across critical infrastructure, public safety, energy utilities and many sectors. We believe our...

Sep 01, 2026

Full time

JC-527898 Rotary-Wing Pilot Program Manager

$9,276 - $12,032 monthly

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection Sacramento, CA

This posting states its location as Sacramento County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county. Classification: AVIATION OFFICER III (FLIGHT OPERATIONS) Please Note: Due to postal service delays, electronic submission of application is recommended. Please see the Duty Statement link, found in the Additional Documents section, for more information. Applicants are highly encouraged to complete a Recruitment Questionnaire, located at: Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program: You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Working...

Sep 01, 2026

Full time

JC-529437 Aviation Safety Program Manager

$9,276 - $12,032 monthly

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection Sacramento, CA

This posting states its location as Sacramento County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county. Classification: AVIATION OFFICER III (FLIGHT OPERATIONS) Please Note: Due to postal service delays, electronic submission of application is recommended. Please see the Duty Statement link, found in the Additional Documents section, for more information. Applicants are highly encouraged to complete a Recruitment Questionnaire, located at: In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Working Conditions...

Oct 30, 2026

Full time

CLS - F-35 Aircraft Mechanic (Airframes) 3/4

$66,600 - $131,900 yearly

Northrop Grumman San Diego, CA

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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. Are you ready to put your experience to...

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.

Oct 26, 2026

Full time

Next Generation Aircraft Project Manager

$109,500 - $187,875 yearly

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Poway, CA

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. The Advanced Programs Group at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is looking for a Project Manager with a strong technical background, preferably in engineering, who will be supporting research and development for next generation Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). This position typically reports to a Program Manager or a Senior Program Manager. This position is responsible for managing and coordinating the operational aspects of one or more project(s) and serves as the liaison between project management and the project team, planning, and line management for sharing information and resolving basic problems. Continually reviews status of the project(s) and budgets to ensure project(s) are...

Oct 14, 2026

Full time

CLS - F-35 Aircraft Mechanic (Airframes) 3/4

$66,600 - $131,900 yearly

Northrop Grumman San Diego, CA

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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. Position to be staffed as an F-35 Aircraft...

Nov 06, 2026

Full time

SAD VA 2026-101 Resource Advisor (SAD E-6) E5-E7 Air Division, 144th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES), Fresno

State Active Duty (SAD) CMD Fresno, CA

Position Details Announcement Number: SAD VA 2026-101 Opening Date: 6 November 2026 Closing Date: 19 November 2026 Position Title: Resource Advisor (SAD E-6) Duty Location: Air Division, 144th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES), Fresno Selecting Official: Base Civil Engineer, 144th CES Projected Employment Date: TBD Vacancy Announcement Details The California Military Department is accepting applications for the State Active-Duty position indicated above. An appointment to this position provides full benefit status for the appointee and their beneficiaries. The incumbent will be appointed on annually renewable State Active-Duty orders through year six, at which time the incumbent may be eligible for career status IAW CMD Reg 600-1, dated 15 November 2024. Continuation and subsequent extensions of service will be determined by the individual’s performance of duty and continuation of funding. The Service Member selected...

Nov 02, 2026

Full time

Aircraft Maintenance Field Team Manager, U-2 - Level 4

$118,000 - $219,100 yearly

Lockheed Martin Beale Air Force Base, CA

Standard Job Description Join the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Field Sustainment team as an Aircraft Maintenance Field Team Manager, for the U-2 Aircraft Maintenance Teams located at Beale Air Force Base, California. What You Will Be Doing: This position supervises aircraft maintenance production both from a schedule and cost perspective, provides technical assistance, and sets maintenance priorities. Some domestic and International travel is possible Manages the identification of customer's system needs and responds to requests for proposals; performs feasibility and performance studies, including benchmarking, capacity planning, etc.; develops appropriate systems recommendations to meet customer needs, including system configurations, installation planning, etc.; prepares and presents technical product information to customers. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and...

Nov 02, 2026

Full time

Aircraft Maintenance Mgr(Weapons) - L5

$123,400 - $229,200 yearly

Lockheed Martin Edwards Air Force Base, CA

Standard Job Description Join the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics team as an F-35 Aircraft Weapons Manager for our Edwards Air Force Base flight test site. This position will provide weapons maintenance direction to the F-35 Integrated Test Force on first shift. Responsibilities include: • Technical direction and oversight of daily flight line operations; interaction with Ops personnel, Ops schedulers, Flight Test Control and Material Review Board Engineers, Quality Engineering, Air Vehicle Managers, Muns and Air Force Production Superintendent(s) and organization leadership. • Coordinates and integrates efforts of the "purple" (Air Force, Lockheed, Government Civilians and Government Contractors) team as well as admin tasks such as performance appraisals, timekeeping, staffing & disciplinary actions for both salaried and hourly personnel. Manages all facets of aircraft maintenance in support of Depot Field Team modifications. • Scope of responsibilities includes...

Nov 02, 2026

Full time

F-35 Aircraft Field Service Engineer (NAS Lemoore), Level 2

$59,900 - $111,300 yearly

Lockheed Martin Lemoore, CA

Standard Job Description Provides a level of postsales support and service to customer sites and remote sites at a high-tech level that cannot be rendered by the basic level of field hardware and systems software service. Employee is usually introduced to the customer site when the nature of equipment service required is beyond the skill level possessed by the basic field/customer service engineer. What You Will Be Doing As a Nose to Tail (NTT) FSE, the preferred candidate will be a subject Matter Expert (SME) in Avionics/Mission Systems (MS). It is desired the individual also be an emerging authority in APG/Vehicle Systems (VS) or Supportable Low Observable (SLO)/Structures, with the skill set to accomplish troubleshooting and analysis of MS, VS, or SLO. The candidate will act as part of the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Field Sustainment Team's technical interface to the on-site Customer (both Operations and Maintenance) in resolving issues arising from maintenance and...

Oct 30, 2026

Full time

CLS - F-35 Aircraft Mechanic 3/4 – Egress / Seat Shop

$66,600 - $131,900 yearly

Northrop Grumman San Diego, CA

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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. Are you ready to put your experience to...

Oct 30, 2026

Full time

CLS - F-35 Aircraft Mechanic 3/4 – Powerplants

$66,600 - $131,900 yearly

Northrop Grumman San Diego, CA

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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. Are you ready to put your experience to...

Oct 27, 2026

Full time

Area Control Center (ACC) Supervisor

$100,000 - $118,000 yearly

Amentum Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA

Amentum is seeking an Area Control Center Supervisor for the Space Force Range Contract Typical Duties Supervise the Area Control Center (ACC) and Range Control Center (RCC) and it’s employees through the planning and scheduling process for launch and aeronautical operations. • Ensure control of airspace and air assets in support of launch operations, pre-launch tests, and aeronautical operations. • Serve as the liaison between Amentum, the Space Launch Delta 30 (SLD 30), 2ROPS/DON, Range Customers, and hosted organizations for Range support requirements. • Support launch and aeronautical operations in United States Space Force (USSF) certified Duty Air Controller (DAC), Air Controller (AC), Surface Area Surveillance Controller (SASC), and Instrumentation Controller (IC) positions. • Ensure the ACC is staffed with qualified personnel needed to successfully plan and manage launch, landing, and aeronautical operations. • Ensure personnel are properly trained to execute...

Oct 27, 2026

Full time

Air Controller

$40.85 - $50.98 hourly

Amentum Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA

Amentum is seeking a Air Controller for the Space Force Range Contract Typical Duties Controls Western Range (WR) airspace and air assets in support of daily tasking, pre-launch tests, and aeronautical tests Interfaces with Test Conductors and range instrumentation such as telemetry or metric radars, interfaces with Air Force and other government representatives, and provides assistance in resolving conflicts between support elements and range resources while conducting pre-launch operational testing Performs positive aircraft vectoring, air intercept control operations, and general airspace surveillance Supports WR launch operations in the AF-certified Duty Air Controller, Air Controller, and Surface-Air-Surveillance operator positions Other duties as assigned such as log keeping, scheduling range assets, and assisting with troubleshooting operational problems Minimum Requirements Associate's degree or two-year certificate from college or technical...

Oct 20, 2026

Full time

F35 Aircraft Mechanic 3/4 - CFT (LO / Structures)

$66,600 - $131,900 yearly

Northrop Grumman San Diego, CA

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) is...

Oct 14, 2026

Full time

Aircraft Configuration and Structural Design Engineer

$130,500 - $228,375 yearly

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Poway, CA

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. We have an exciting career opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced Aircraft Configuration and Structural Design Engineer position within our AeroStructures Design Team located in Poway, CA. This position will report to the Senior Manager of Aircraft and Special Projects Engineering and will contribute towards the development of new and/or modifications to Advanced Programs aircraft layouts and lofts for both unclassified and classified pursuits. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Self-starter and detail oriented. Experience leading multidisciplinary design teams on a significant effort, such as serving as a configuration and/or air vehicle lead for conceptual efforts at a minimum and up to detailed configuration developments....

Oct 14, 2026

Full time

CLS - F-35 Aircraft Mechanic 3/4 – Egress / Seat Shop

$66,600 - $131,900 yearly

Northrop Grumman San Diego, CA

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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. Are you ready to put your experience to...

Oct 05, 2026

Full time

Fire Pilot

$122,158 - $164,674 yearly

Orange County Fire Authority Buena Park, CA

DESCRIPTION This classification will receive the following base wage increases: 4.5% effective March 19, 2027 4.5% effective March 17, 2028 4.5% effective March 16, 2029 4.5% effective March 15, 2030 4.5% effective March 14, 2031 CLOSING DATE: This is a continuous recruitment with a first application review of Tuesday, September 1, 2026 . Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early in the recruitment process. Recruitment and Selection Schedule of Events: First Application Review: Tuesday, September 1, 2026 Oral Interview: Week of October 5, 2026 Check Flight: TBD – Will depend on candidate and OCFA Aircraft availability Fire Chief's Interview: TBD – depends on completion of candidate’s Check Flight Hire Date: TBD Dates listed above are subject to change based on the needs of the Authority. THE POSITION The Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) is currently accepting applications for the...

Nov 03, 2026

Full time

Aircraft Maintenance Technician - RW

$78,287 - $113,480 yearly

Reach McClellan Park, CA

Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) IMMEDIATELY HIRING! Helicopter Mechanic FULL-TIME Opportunity in McClellan, CA Starting Salary: $78,287 - $113,480 annually IA Stipend 2,080 Sign-On Bonus 12,500 We’re hiring a Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) responsible for the overall maintenance and safety of our fleet within Reach Air Medical Services. This technician will be qualified to support our EC135, EC145, H130, H125, and B200 airframe. This is a key role to ensure our team can safely maintain and deliver timely and high-quality transportation services, care and customer service to patients. Responsibilities Aircraft Maintenance Technician will perform maintenance services including mechanical inspections, screening, repairs and provide regular statuses to the Lead Technician. Manage inventory checks to ensure stock of supplies and equipment, regularly update the equipment tracking log, place replacement requests when necessary and document part expenditures. Clearly document...

Nov 02, 2026

Full time

Aircraft Manufacturing Manager

$109,500 - $187,875 yearly

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Poway, CA

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. We have an exciting opportunity to provide leadership, share technical knowledge, and provide growth opportunities in our Aircraft Final Integration department. This position typically reports to a director and is responsible for managing the development and implementation of activities for one or more aircraft product lines to include manufacturing operations to meet production safety, quality, schedule, and cost objectives. Directs all phases of the manufacturing operation from plant layout to daily operations. Collaborates with management across departments to develop and implement current, annual, and long-term technical, schedule, quality, business and financial objectives for manufacturing operations. May also contribute to the...

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