Aircraft Maintenance Manager I (Deployable)

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule aircraft maintenance and repair activities to ensure timely and cost-effective completion.
• Supervise and manage maintenance personnel, ensuring they are qualified and adhere to safety standards and procedures.
• Conduct foreign object inspections and ensure all maintenance activities comply with regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Establish work standards, schedules, and shifts to maximize efficiency on maintenance projects.
• Analyze maintenance delays and system issues to develop and implement process improvements.
• Ensure the airworthiness and safe operation of the fleet at all times, except for platform support programs.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections.
• Liaise with other departments and stakeholders to coordinate maintenance activities and resolve issues.
• Monitor and manage maintenance budgets, ensuring financial resources are used effectively.
• Stay updated with industry developments, regulations, and best practices to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 7+ years of aviation experience.
• Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications. In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 11 years of related experience is required.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification.
• Strong knowledge of aircraft systems, maintenance procedures, and regulatory requirements [e.g., FAA, European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)].
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with aviation safety standards and safe operating practices.
• General knowledge and understanding of FAA regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Basic Microsoft Office Suite skills (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Experience with Aircraft Maintenance and Inspection processes and procedures and/or returning planes to service.
• Ability to deploy for an extended amount of time to various OCONUS operating locations.
• Ability to meet current DoD and Combatant Command requirements for deployed locations.
• Successfully pass a pre-deployment medical assessment.
• Must be willing and able to work extended hours, holidays, and shift schedules as required.
• Current/valid passport and be able to obtain a visa to travel internationally.
• Willing to deploy OCONUS on an approximate 90/90 rotation.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Master's degree in Aviation Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience with Six Sigma or Lean methodologies.
• Previous management or lead experience; the ability to recruit employees; assign, direct, and evaluate their work; and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence.
• Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Inspection Authorization (IA) Designation.
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, or US Military.

Essential Functions

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Perform physical inspections of aircraft components.
• Work in loud environments with exposure to hazardous materials.
• Occasionally travel for inspections and training.
• Adapt to flexible working hours, including night and weekend shifts.