Operations Manager I

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage short-, mid-, and long-range maintenance plans for scheduled inspections, component/engine overhauls, component replacements, and modifications.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Materials, Maintenance, and Flight Operations to align schedules with operational demand and program goals.
• Oversee work package build, task card preparation, and induction planning for maintenance and modification events.
• Monitor maintenance program compliance in accordance with FAA regulations, Maintenance Program (MP) requirements, Airworthiness Directives (ADs), and Service Bulletins (SBs).
• Lead a team of maintenance planners providing coaching, performance management, and professional development.
• Track and report key performance indicators including on-time induction, TAT (turnaround time), plan adherence, and deferred maintenance.
• Coordinate forecasting for parts, tooling, hangar slots, and labor to support planned and unplanned maintenance events.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve planning processes and reduce negative schedule impacts.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Engineering, or related field (equivalent experience considered).
• 7+ years of aviation maintenance experience, with time in a planning, maintenance and/or production control leadership role.
• Working knowledge of relevant FAA regulations and continuous airworthiness maintenance programs.
• Proficiency with maintenance information systems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage competing priorities under tight deadlines.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience planning maintenance for Boeing 747-8.
• Familiarity with reliability programs and continuing analysis & surveillance systems.
• A&P (Airframe & Powerplant) certification.

Essential Functions

• Ability to work on a computer for the majority of the work shift.
• Hand/finger dexterity for data entry and document handling.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods.
• Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
• Ability to travel occasionally as required.
• Ability to read detailed operational documents, reports, and computer screens.
• Ability to inspect operations and facilities, potentially in different lighting conditions.
• Ability to hear and understand spoken communication in noisy environments such as manufacturing floors or during team meetings.
• Ability to navigate large facilities, including climbing stairs or ladders if necessary.
• Ability to drive or operate a vehicle for site visits or other work-related travel.
• Ability to perform fine motor tasks such as adjusting small controls or tools during inspections or demonstrations.