Position Summary:
With general supervision from the Director of Contract Maintenance & Engine Programs, provides oversight of heavy maintenance, short-term, long-term storage, Mobile Repair Team (MRT) and paint program activity.

Salary: $80,000

Job Functions:

• Promotes and fosters a safe and secure operating environment.
• Ensures timely, and accurate processing of aircraft maintenance records for maintenance performed at assigned facility; to include Technical Response Approval Group (TRAG), Service Difficulty Reporting (SDR), Major Repair, Alteration Report, Corrosion Prevention, Corrosion Control (CPCP) reporting, and deferred maintenance reporting requirements.
• Oversees the contract personnel performing heavy maintenance, ensures contracted services are performed per the terms of the agreement with the maintenance provider.
• Oversees approval of man-hours for all non-routine work performed and for initial invoice review and approval.
• Ensures compliance with DOT/FAA regulations, company policies and procedures in accordance with the Air Wisconsin Airlines General Maintenance Manual (GMM).
• Maintains partnership with contracted maintenance provider and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM).
• Coordinates activities related to engineering services, material and tooling requirements, quality assurance and production.
• Position requires extensive travel.

Required Competencies:

• Requires moderate level of judgment to ensure compliance with appropriate regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Judgment and initiative are necessary in setting priorities. Must determine if unusual problems with routine procedures require involvement of others.
• High degree of professionalism and ability to keep sensitive information confidential.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English.

Education & Experience:

Required:

• Associates degree in aviation management or engineering.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant License
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Three to five years supervisory experience in a FAR Part 121 Air Carrier operations.
• Three to five years quality assurance/quality control experience in an aircraft maintenance environment.
• Good working knowledge of the Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Ability to work independently.

Preferred:

• Ability to speak Spanish.
• Problem Solving
• Interpersonal Skills
• Communication Skills

Work Environment, Physical Demands & Travel:

• Maintenance offices, hangar/ramp, aircraft; may occasionally be exposed to exhaust from various engines and high noise levels.
• Occasional time spent at low activity level, i.e., sitting.
• Frequent standing/walking/movement required.
• Domestic and international travel up to 70

Disclaimer: The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not a comprehensive inventory of duties and/or responsibilities associated with this position. Generally, each job function is considered essential to this position and any incumbent must be capable of performing them.