Aircraft Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Maintenance Manager
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Job Location:
Bridgewater, NJ - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 50700 - 91650
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Looking for an opportunity to make an impact At Leidos we turn challenges into opportunities through the ingenuity of our diverse missiondriven teams. Every day we deliver innovative solutions that support our customers toughest missionsguided by our commitment to integrity excellence and service. If youre driven by purpose and energized by complex handson technical work youll feel right at home here.
Your Next Mission Starts Now
The Defense Group at Leidos is seeking an Aircraft Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Maintenance Manager to join our team at a CONUS location based out of Bridgewater VA. This is a unique opportunity to apply your mechanical expertise in support of a highvisibility aviation this role youll perform inspections scheduled maintenance and repairs on a wide range of powered and nonpowered aviation ground support equipmentensuring every asset meets Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) standards.
This Role Matters
As the GSE Maintenance Manager you will be a critical link between operations aircraft maintenance and primary mission equipment (PME) teams. Your work directly supports flight readiness and mission success. Youll spend time on the flight line inside aircraft and working handson with specialized payload systemstechnology few people ever get to experience. This is a rare chance to help transition cuttingedge systems from the lab into realworld operational environments.
If you thrive in fastpaced technical environments and want to be part of something bigger keep reading.
THE CHALLENGE
Primary Responsibilities
Comprehensive maintenance and inspections: Perform preventive routine periodic repair and overhaul maintenance on GSE and nonaviation equipment in accordance with OEM manuals and industry standards.
Safety and serviceability assurance: Ensure all aviation ground support equipment meets operational and safety requirements.
Maintenance record management: Track inspections repairs and historical data for all assigned equipment.
Accurate data entry: Complete required documentation in maintenance forms and Sprocket systems.
Tool accountability: Maintain hand and power tools using proper toolcontrol processes to support FOD prevention and workplace safety.
Handson technical work: Work with fuels oils lubricants chemical cleaners and related solutions as part of daily operations.
WHAT SETS YOU APART
Basic Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent experience: Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience or 3 years in lieu of a degree.
General mechanical expertise in maintaining GSE including:
Engine diagnostics and repair (diesel gas LP)
A/C and D/C electrical troubleshooting
Hydraulic system troubleshooting and repair
Ability to read electrical and hydraulic schematics
Basic computer proficiency for email communication and database/software use.
Security Clearance & Travel Requirements
Active DoD Secret clearance with ability to maintain.
Ability to obtain a U.S. passport and willingness to deploy internationally for rotations of up to 90 days followed by 90 days off (flexible home location).
Flexible work hours including long days nights weekends and shortnotice schedule changes.
Willingness to fly in aircraft and work in austere environments for extended periods.
Physical Requirements
Ability to maneuver in tight spaces and work at heights of 40 feet.
Capability to lift balance and carry 50 lbs and climb stairs ramps ladders and work stands.
Working Environment
Use of PPE for extended periods as required.
Exposure to noisy drafty and dirty shop environments including extreme noise from operating equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
Military technical school degree
Vocational training or specialized GSE coursework
Working knowledge of generators
At Leidos we dont want someone who fits the moldwe want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless the over-caffeinated the ones who ask whats next before the dust settles on whats now.
If youre already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2 good. Youll fit right in.
Original Posting:
January 9 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $50700.00 - $91650.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data applicable bargaining agreement (if any) or other law.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Aerospace Engineering
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Project Risk Management
- Federal Aviation Administration
- Aircraft Parts
- Aircraft Propulsion
- Aircraft Systems
- Avaition
- Airframe
- Routine Maintenance
- Maintenance Engineering
- Aeronautical Engineering
- Aircraft Structures
- Ground Support Equipment
- Avionics
About Company
Leidos is an innovation company rapidly addressing the world's most vexing challenges in national security and health. Our 47,000 employees collaborate to create smarter technology solutions for customers in these critical markets.
