Aircraft Maintenance Controller - Fast-Paced Ops Lead

Eastern Airlines Llc; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Air Express in Greensboro, NC is seeking a Maintenance Controller to coordinate day-to-day maintenance needs for the company’s aircraft and engines while ensuring compliance with FAR requirements and safe operations.

You will work with maintenance, flight crews, SOC, and external providers to minimize downtime, track discrepancies, and implement corrective actions under the direction of Maintenance Control Supervisors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Two years’ experience on Boeing 737s is highly preferred.
• Five years or more experience on commercial aircraft in a Part 121/145 environment required.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Ability to read and understand technical documents and wiring diagrams.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record meeting company standards.
• Pass a 2-year drug and alcohol background check, pre-employment drug test, and CHRC.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Internet.
• Able to multitask and work under pressure in a team.
• Travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a liaison on behalf of the maintenance department and communicates effectively with Operations, Flight Crews, Flight Mechanics and others as needed as part of the daily operation.
• Acts as primary point of contact for all mechanical discrepancies that may affect the daily operation of all Company aircraft.
• Works with appropriate maintenance and supervisory personnel to determine whether discrepancies are deferrable under MEL and NEF guidelines.
• Coordinates with Company maintenance and/or contract maintenance providers to work aircraft discrepancies and planned maintenance events to minimize downtime.
• Works with SOC to coordinate travel to/from an AOG aircraft for flight mechanics.
• Enters all maintenance related discrepancies into computer tracking systems as required.
• Determines corrective actions based on aircraft service-history, guidance, and company guidelines.
• Promotes teamwork amongst maintenance personnel and flight crews.
• Upholds safety and security procedures and awareness.
• Has the ability to obtain additional qualifications through training and education as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by Maintenance Control Supervisor or Director of Maintenance

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Education

FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Eastern Air Express in Greensboro, NC is seeking a Maintenance Controller to coordinate day-to-day maintenance needs for the company’s aircraft and engines while ensuring compliance with FAR requirements and safe operations.

You will work with maintenance, flight crews, SOC, and external providers to minimize downtime, track discrepancies, and implement corrective actions under the direction of Maintenance Control Supervisors.