Aircraft Fleet Readiness Lead

FlyExclusive, LLC; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

flyExclusive, LLC is seeking a Fleet Manager for the Part 135 operation to ensure fleet readiness, regulatory compliance, and optimal dispatch reliability. You will lead maintenance readiness, collaborate with Maintenance Control, Planning, QA, and Supply Chain to translate requirements into actionable execution.

The role requires FAA A&P licensing and 3–5 years of Textron Cessna Citation experience, with strong leadership and data-driven decision skills to drive performance and profitability.

Qualifications

• FAA A&P license required.
• Bachelor's degree in aviation management or equivalent preferred.
• 3–5 years Textron Cessna Citation experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance readiness and dispatch availability for the assigned fleet, ensuring daily targets are consistently met.
• Lead and mentor contracted providers, ensuring adherence to safety and performance standards.
• Monitor and manage fleet-specific KPIs, including dispatch availability, RTS times, and deferral management.
• Coordinate scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities to minimize downtime and maximize aircraft availability.
• Partner with Maintenance Control, Planning, and Supply Chain to ensure efficient flow of parts, manpower, and tooling for the assigned fleet.
• Conduct trend analysis on fleet MELs, delays, and AOG events; implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Act as the primary escalation point for technical issues within the assigned fleet, balancing urgency with compliance.
• Collaborate with Assistant Chief Pilots and Crew Scheduling to align crew and maintenance availability.
• Drive process improvements in maintenance execution, documentation, and communication to reduce aircraft out-of-service time.
• Support the Director of Maintenance Readiness by contributing fleet-specific insights, reporting, and recommendations.

Skills

Real-time support

Troubleshooting

Technical expertise

Documentation

Communication skills

Initiative / self-starter

Interpersonal communication

Problem-solving under pressure

Microsoft Office

Data-driven decisions

Education

FAA A&P Licensed

Bachelor's degree in aviation management or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suites

Job description

flyExclusive, LLC is seeking a Fleet Manager for the Part 135 operation to ensure fleet readiness, regulatory compliance, and optimal dispatch reliability. You will lead maintenance readiness, collaborate with Maintenance Control, Planning, QA, and Supply Chain to translate requirements into actionable execution.

The role requires FAA A&P licensing and 3–5 years of Textron Cessna Citation experience, with strong leadership and data-driven decision skills to drive performance and profitability.