Aircraft Maintenance Shift Lead

United Airlines; Virginia (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

United Airlines is seeking a seasoned Maintenance Supervisor to lead on-shift aircraft maintenance activities at our facility. You will supervise technicians, coordinate resources, and ensure safety, regulatory compliance and on-time performance while aligning with company goals.

The role requires an FAA A&P certificate, a high school diploma, 5 years in aircraft maintenance, strong leadership, and communication skills to manage a unionized workforce under the CBA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• FAA A&P Certificate.
• Valid driver’s license.
• 5 years in the aircraft maintenance industry.
• Meets or exceeds performance goals including on-time performance, maintenance check span, productivity & safety objectives.
• Identifies the need for change and/or improvement and takes corrective action.
• Builds and maintains professional work environment for labor groups and supervisor team.
• Effectively communicates with employees aligning the team for success.
• Extensive knowledge of aircraft maintenance operations and FAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to on shift labor workforce to maximize productivity.
• Build / reinforce a fair and respectful work environment per CBA rules.
• Execute station performance goals and objectives.
• Maintain awareness of operational, safety and HR performance objectives.
• Oversee safety and security of aircraft and operations to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain communication with employee groups within the station.
• Report status of operations to leadership with guidance to station personnel.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Team coordination

Attendance reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree or 4 years related experience

Job description

United Airlines is seeking a seasoned Maintenance Supervisor to lead on-shift aircraft maintenance activities at our facility. You will supervise technicians, coordinate resources, and ensure safety, regulatory compliance and on-time performance while aligning with company goals.

The role requires an FAA A&P certificate, a high school diploma, 5 years in aircraft maintenance, strong leadership, and communication skills to manage a unionized workforce under the CBA.