Position Responsibilities
* Candidate will oversee all aspects of maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) operations, ensuring aircraft are serviced to meet safety, compliance, and performance standards. This leadership role is responsible for managing maintenance teams, coordinating workflows, and ensuring adherence to FAA regulations and industry best practices.
The ideal candidate will drive operational efficiency, foster a culture of safety, and deliver exceptional results by managing resources, schedules, and budgets effectively. Basic Qualifications(Required Skills/Experience)
*High School Diploma or GED
*Bachelor’s Degree preferred
*A&P License
*Must have strong experience in 145 repair station standards and operations
*Minimum of 10 years of recent experience in Aviation Management required.
*Minimum of 5 years of recent experience in both Jet & Turboprop Airframe & Powerplant
*Maintenance and engine experience in King Air, Beechjet, Citation 500/550/560/650 series, and Hawker 700/800/850 series preferred.
*Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language fluently to meet FAA Regulations.
*Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
*Ability to use standard aircraft mechanics tools, equipment, and materials in the aircraft maintenance process.
*Knowledge of Corridor Maintenance and Microsoft Office programs.
*Must have experience and be willing to perform aircraft run & taxi operations at the Dayton International
*Airport for the Premier maintenance department operations, including training.
*Must have experience and be capable of performing as a QC level 2 collateral duty Safe-For-Flight inspector when needed.
*Must be team-oriented and safety conscious demonstrating positive behavior and attitude.
*Must be goal-oriented to meet and/or exceed quality maintenance actions and expectations.
*Must have demonstrated problem-solving skills. Job Duties
*The Maintenance Manager reports directly to the General Manager and is responsible for the day-to-day safe and quality-orientated operations of the 145-repair station pertaining to the aircraft (Jet, Turboprop & Piston) serviced by MRO in Dayton, Ohio. This includes P&L, work scope determination and quoting staffing, and coordination between all full-service departments of maintenance, avionics, interior, paint, and FBO/Line.
*Responsible for the profitability and on-time delivery of aircraft projects in the maintenance department.
*The position requires a dynamic and energetic individual with a high level of motivation and customer service orientation.
*A high level of understanding of the regulations pertaining to MRO operations such as FAA 145 repair station, FAA 135 aircraft operations, FAA directives, and rules, OSHA Laws & their application, and EPA Laws & their application.
*The position calls for a flexible individual who is dedicated and can be counted on to respond to potential or established customers as needed.
*The position requires strong leadership, interpersonal and organizational skills.
*Management of direct reports, including approving timecards and PTO, and performance management.
*Must have experience leading and training junior mechanics on multiple aircraft projects developing a maintenance and management team to support aircraft AOG drop-in, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and inspection projects, independent aircraft troubleshooting, and all major repairs per Premier& 39;s FAA 145 repair station operational specifications.
*Interaction with technical service representatives, vendors, government entities, internal & external customers, other department managers, technicians, and mechanics is required on a daily basis.
*Safely perform aircraft scheduled and unscheduled maintenance actions and inspections using the Microsoft Project software following applicable technical data in the performance of all aircraft and component maintenance under minimal supervision per the aircraft manufacturer’s specific maintenance program or AAIP.
*Coordinate with management, assigned supervision, and inspection to ensure compliance with internal and FAA paperwork, signoffs, and quality specifications using the Corridor maintenance program.
*Ensure that all inspections are properly performed and that the proper inspection records, reports, and forms used by the 145 Repair Station are properly executed prior to releasing the product for return to service.
*Follow standard operating procedures assigned by management and as directed by the aircraft manufacturer& 39;s maintenance manual specifications when using aircraft maintenance tools and equipment such as electrical, hydraulic power, aircraft pressurization carts, aircraft jacks, calibrated tools, etc.
*Properly care for and maintain all required maintenance and facility equipment and tools.
*Read and understand the Repair Station/Quality Control Manual PPJR496E and any referenced forms, manuals, or supplements referenced within the listed document.
*Keep current with the latest revisions of all technical data within one’s area of expertise on all articles repaired by the repair station. This data will include manufacturers’ overhaul manuals, service bulletins, part specifications, related FAA-approved data, and other required technical data used by the repair station
*Coordinate with Quality Assurance and the Parts Department ensuring the proper handling and preservation of all units/parts while in the work process, installation, and storage.
*Ensure the proper tagging and identification of all parts and components as outlined in CFR PPJR496E.
*Determine that no defective, unserviceable, or un-airworthy parts are installed in any component or aircraft released by the Repair Station.
*Periodically review, record, and ensure mechanics document On-the-job Training on form PAT-DAY-0003 as required.
*Provide documentation to the quality assurance department of all OJT & formal training to be incorporated into repair station personnel files.
*Maintaining currency requirements for all special authorizations as required by repair station duties.
*Comply with all safety and housekeeping policies.
*Ensure mechanics use personal protective equipment and ensure the aircraft exterior and interior are properly protected (PTP).
*Perform other duties as assigned by management. Physical Requirements
*Must be able to climb ladders and stairs
*Must be able to perform close tolerance work
*Must be able to work in small spaces
*Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds
*Must be able to work at heights to include from a 20’ ladder or aerial lift