Shift Manager - Aircraft Maintenance

Description

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Technical Operations/Maintenance

Technical Operations includes the maintenance, and overhaul of our aircraft. This includes Aircraft Maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities teams, supply chain teams and more.

Job overview and responsibilities

Responsible for the supervision and coordination of all maintenance functions on shift at the assigned location ensuring these activities are performed in accordance with schedule requirements and in compliance with all established Company, regulatory and manufacturers procedures. Assigns Supervisory, technician and related personnel in accordance with requirements to achieve maximum productivity and cost control.  

• Provide leadership and direction to on shift labor workforce to maximize productivity and output in accordance with collective bargaining agreements where applicable whilst ensuring necessary resources are available
• Build / reinforce a fair and respectful work environment through consistent application of CBA work rules and company policies
• Execute station performance goals and objectives aligning with divisional and company goals
• Maintain a high level of awareness of operational, safety and human resource related performance objectives
• Oversee safety and security of aircraft and operations to ensure regulatory compliance of technical operations activities
• Maintain a high level of communication with employee groups within the station
• Report status of operations, highlighting significant events to leadership whilst providing direction to assigned station personnel to ensure station and divisional objectives are achieved

Qualifications

Required 

• Some college level aviation or business related classes/training or comparable work experience
• FAA A&P Certificate
• Extensive knowledge of Aircraft Maintenance operations and applicable FAA regulations
• 5 years in the Aircraft Maintenance industry with a minimum 2 years in management involving a leadership role
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

Preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation Management, Business, Engineering, or related field, or comparable experience
• Strong background and technical knowledge on fleet types operated and maintenance programs
• 2 years in a leadership role within a maintenance organization including a unionized labor workforce
• A proven successful track record

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT