Job Listing Description

Responsible to set the standard for a safe and efficient aircraft maintenance operation.

Works side by side with other department managers to ensure that aircraft are returned to service safely, on time, and within budget.

Works directly with the Planner/Scheduler's and Lead Technicians to prioritize the workload and provide clear direction for the team to ensure that schedule commitments are kept.

Works closely with the Quality Assurance department to maintain the highest levels of workmanship and safety while enforcing company policies and FAA regulatory requirements.

Oversees daily operation of the maintenance department, ensures adherence to policies and procedures, and looks for opportunities to improve processes.

Communicates with and assists the planning department when needed to ensure customer estimates are updated in a timely manner and sent for approval.

Monitors maintenance schedule and shop loading to maintain efficiencies of labor

Works in conjunction with Maintenance, Avionics, QA, Parts, and Line Service departments to ensure that all operations flow smoothly

Stays up to date with all planning department estimates/projects to identify any labor deficiencies or potential negative impact on current in work projects.

Monitors work in progress and works with the planning, parts and the customer to ensure that any additional parts/services are coordinated and report any affect that the additional work might have on the customer's schedule.

Ensures proper communication between shop floor and maintenance control for approval of squawks and updates regarding changes in cost and estimated completion date.

Works with team to remove obstacles that may effect on time completion

Organizes the daily crew lead meetings and establishes team expectations to positively influence the customer's "Return to Service" schedule.

Ensures that the maintenance departments performance targets are met.

Provides mentoring and training of Leads, maintenance and support personnel.

Works with Chief Inspector to continually evaluate and improve quality and production processes and procedures.

Responsible for ensuring that tools and equipment are maintained and performs needs assessments for additional requirements as required.

Ensures that all operations are done in accordance with Repair Station Manuals, vendor requirements and current FAA regulations.

Required Skills:

Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic (A&P) certificate mandatory

7+ years experience in aviation maintenance and 5+ on corporate aircraft - Gulfstream, Bombardier, Embraer, Cessna, Falcon experience preferred

4+ years as a manager or leader of 10+ technicians

Exp in Part 145 repair station

Flexible work schedule is required to meet flight profile mission

Must have a valid driver license with a clean driving record

A&P license required

4 years of supervisory experience required

Pass FAA Drug and Alcohol testing, background checks and submit to random testing when required

Strong leadership skills are a must

Ability to promote a team environment and resolve conflict quickly and effectively

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to make decisions and adapt quickly to changing priorities in a safe, efficient manner

Computer skills Working knowledge of Outlook, Word, and Excel

Must be available to work flexible schedules, including overtime, when required to meet customer schedule requirements

Some domestic and international travel may be required

Desired Skills:

*ITAR Definition

Under 120.14 of the ITAR a U.S. person is defined as a person who is a lawful permanent resident of the United States. A lawful permanent resident is further defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20). A U.S. Person is also a protected individual which is defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire, and direct hire placement opportunities. Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair, and support staff. Our niche recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to the majority of our clients. They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service.

We support the majority of aerospace OEM's and tier 1 suppliers across the United States.

The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE)