Line Maintenance Manager - Helicopters (m/f/d)

Boeing; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Vacation days 32

Meal allowance €115

Transport credit €50

Pension plan

Life insurance 2x salary

Global travel medical coverage

Career development funding

Wellness programs

Zusammenfassung

Boeing Germany is seeking a Line Maintenance Manager - Helicopters to lead the day-to-day line maintenance operations, ensure regulatory compliance with EASA/EMAR and MOE, and manage the site engineering and maintenance teams including subcontractors.

You will coordinate 5-day week operations, ensure safe Release to Service, and report to the Part 145 accountable manager, working closely with CAMO, quality, safety, and LTG 64. English proficiency and German work rights are required.

Qualifikationen

• Experience leading teams and multi-disciplinary projects.
• Deep knowledge of EASA/EMAR regulations (Parts 145, 66, CAMO, 21).
• Willingness to undergo security clearance (Ü2) as mandatory.
• Strong leadership with decisive and safety-focused mindset.
• Proficiency in English; right to live and work in Germany.

Aufgaben

• Regulatory Responsibility: act as Form 4 holder toward LufABw.
• Site Operations Management: lead line maintenance at site and outside facilities.
• Compliance & Auditing: ensure DEMAR 145 and other regs are met.
• Resource & Shift Planning: manage personnel, subcontractors, tools, and materials.
• Aircraft Availability: coordinate release to service for daily operations.
• Stakeholder Management: report to Accountable Manager and work with CAMO, LTG 64.
• Safety Culture: promote SMS and Human Factors principles.

Kenntnisse

Team leadership

English proficiency

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Safety awareness

Ausbildung

Engineering degree

Meister qualification

DEM AR Part-66 license (B1.3/B2)

EU Level 2 Secret Clearance

Jobbeschreibung

Line Maintenance Manager - Helicopters (m/f/d)

Export Control Requirements: This is an export control position. Meaning:

1. Position may be export controlled
2. Government authorization may be required
3. Employment contingent upon meeting trade control requirements

Job Responsibilities

• Regulatory Responsibility : You assume the official role of the Form 4 holder (Nominated Line Maintenance Manager) toward the German Military Aviation Authority (LufABw) as the competent aviation authority.
• Site Operations Management : You lead, coordinate, and are responsible for all line maintenance operations at the site and, if required, at outside facilities.
• Compliance & Auditing : You ensure seamless compliance with all DEMAR 145 and other relevant military and civil aviation regulations, the maintenance organization exposition (MOE), as well as applicable health, safety, and environmental protection regulations.
• Resource & Shift Planning : You efficiently and effectively manage the deployment of personnel (certifying staff, technicians) within the maintenance teams — including any subcontractors — tools, and materials to ensure smooth operations across a regular 5-day workweek, and beyond if required.
• Aircraft Availability : In close coordination with the CAMO and the operator LTG 64, you ensure the punctual, safe, and compliant Release to Service of aircraft for daily flight operations at the site and, if applicable, at outside facilities.
• Stakeholder Management : Reporting directly to the Accountable Manager of the Part 145 organization, you work closely with him/her, the CAMO, internal quality and safety management, as well as the operator LTG 64.
• Safety Culture : You actively promote and monitor the operational Safety Management System (SMS) and compliance with Human Factors principles.

Basic Qualifications (Required skills/experience)

• Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a leadership role (team leader, temp manager, large scale cross functionalproject/program management, or formal manager experience) OR have completed the Boeing internal course “Exploring Leadership.”
• Expert Knowledge : Deep knowledge of EASA / EMAR regulations (Parts 145, 66, CAMO, 21) and other relevant military aviation regulations, as well as operational, occupational health, safety, and environmental protection regulations, with a willingness to familiarize yourself thoroughly if necessary
• Security Clearance : Willingness to undergo a security clearance check (at least Ü2 level according to the German Security Clearance Act / SÜG) is strictly mandatory
• Leadership Skills & Working Style : You are a seasoned leader with appropriate assertiveness, strong decision‑making skills, and high safety awareness. You possess excellent communication and interactive skills alongside a pragmatic “hands‑on mentality” that perfectly fits your team of 15 employees
• Proficiency in English
• Candidates must have the right to live and work in Germany

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills & Experience)

• Hold EU Level 2 Secret Clearance is an asset.
• Currently hold a DEMAR Part-66 B1.3 or B2 license
• Degree in engineering or at least a Master Craftsman (Meister) qualification. A willingness to undergo intensive training on the CH-47F (GE) weapon system is mandatory
• Professional Experience : At least 3 years of leadership responsibility within an EASA / EMAR / DEMAR 145 or equivalent organization, ideally in a comparable management role
• Eligibility for Approval : After start Full compliance with all prerequisites for nomination as “Form 4” personnel by the German Military Aviation Authority (LufABw)

What we offer you

• Vacation & Personal Time Off : 32 vacation days plus paid PTO for life events — recharge when it matters
• Meal & Transport : Monthly meal allowance of €115 and € 50 transport credit through flexible apps (including Deutschland-Ticket, any form of public transportation, e-rollers and bikes, taxis/Uber, fuel/e-charges, and bike leasing) to help with daily costs,commutingand personal travel
• Pension & Retirement : Robust pension plan and flexible contribution options to support your financial future
• Income & Insurance Protection : Life insurance at 2x annual salary and total occupational disability cover at 1x; sick‑leave salary gap insurance to bridge social security and your pay
• Global Travel & Medical Coverage : Business‑trip insurance with International SOSassistanceand medical protection while abroad — travel with confidence
• Career Development : Learning Together program funding degrees, MBAs, and certifications to grow your skills and career
• Wellness & Support : Employee Assistance andWellBeingprograms for comprehensive health andmentalwellnesssupport

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Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process

Language Requirements

Not Applicable

Education

Not Applicable

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a security clearance post-start. See job description for details.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift

Not a Shift Worker (Germany)