Aircraft Maintenance Station Manager

STS Aviation Group; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tank Tigers, an STS Aviation Group company, is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Station Manager in Memphis, Tennessee. The role supervises fuel tank maintenance, preventative maintenance and alterations, ensuring work quality and compliance with FAA data and repair station rules.

The candidate must hold an FAA Airframe and Powerplant license, have at least four years of fuel system maintenance experience, and be capable of training and supervising technicians in confined tank environments.

Qualifications

• Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant license.
• Minimum of four years of aircraft fuel system maintenance experience.
• Must meet supervisory qualification requirements under 14 CFR Part 145.153

Responsibilities

• Supervise aircraft fuel tank maintenance, preventive maintenance and alteration activities
• Direct and support technicians who are unfamiliar with assigned maintenance tasks
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with applicable technical data and approved procedures
• Maintain continuity of maintenance during shift changes and personnel reassignments
• Ensure maintenance activities are properly documented and transferred between shifts
• Confirm that confined space entry procedures are followed and monitored
• Ensure appropriate tools, equipment and maintenance data are available and used correctly
• Verify that assigned personnel have the required experience, knowledge or training
• Train and supervise employees who are unfamiliar with maintenance practices or techniques
• Provide technicians with guidance on proper work procedures and maintenance practices
• Remain available for consultation regarding maintenance in progress
• Ensure only qualified mechanics sign for completed work
• Verify that maintenance records are completed accurately
• Confirm that all work complies with applicable technical data and customer requirements
• Ensure on‑the‑job training is documented and forwarded to the Training Department
• Maintain clean and orderly work and shop areas
• Ensure parts are handled properly during and after maintenance
• Confirm completion of customer requirements for customer‑supplied parts
• Ensure all required tags and forms are attached and completed correctly
• Delegate duties only to qualified personnel
• Maintain responsibility for delegated work
• Perform additional duties assigned by the Facility Manager
• Remain familiar with applicable requirements under 14 CFR Parts 43 65 and 145

Skills

Leadership experience

Aircraft fuel system knowledge

Safety compliance

Job description

Tank Tigers, an STS Aviation Group company, is hiring an Aircraft Maintenance Station Manager in Memphis, Tennessee.

This position is responsible for supervising aircraft fuel system maintenance, preventive maintenance and alteration activities while ensuring all work is completed safely, accurately and in accordance with approved technical data, repair station procedures and applicable Federal Aviation Regulations.

The ideal candidate will hold a valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant license and have at least four years of aircraft fuel system maintenance experience. This role requires strong technical knowledge, hands‑on leadership experience and the ability to train and supervise technicians working in confined aircraft fuel tank environments.

Position Overview

The Aircraft Maintenance Station Manager will supervise maintenance personnel performing aircraft fuel tank maintenance, preventive maintenance and alterations.

This position reports to the assigned Facility Manager or OCC Manager/Director and carries responsibility for directing technicians, maintaining continuity of work, confirming personnel qualifications and ensuring all maintenance records and customer documentation are completed properly.

Because this role includes supervising and assisting individuals who may be unfamiliar with assigned fuel system maintenance tasks, the selected candidate must meet the qualification requirements established under 14 CFR Part 145.153 and Tank Tigers Repair Station Manual Section 4.6.9.

Responsibilities

• Supervise aircraft fuel tank maintenance, preventive maintenance and alteration activities
• Direct and support technicians who are unfamiliar with assigned maintenance tasks
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with applicable technical data and approved procedures
• Maintain continuity of maintenance during shift changes and personnel reassignments
• Ensure maintenance activities are properly documented and transferred between shifts
• Confirm that confined space entry procedures are followed and monitored
• Ensure appropriate tools, equipment and maintenance data are available and used correctly
• Verify that assigned personnel have the required experience, knowledge or training
• Train and supervise employees who are unfamiliar with maintenance practices or techniques
• Provide technicians with guidance on proper work procedures and maintenance practices
• Remain available for consultation regarding maintenance in progress
• Ensure only qualified mechanics sign for completed work
• Verify that maintenance records are completed accurately
• Confirm that all work complies with applicable technical data and customer requirements
• Ensure on‑the‑job training is documented and forwarded to the Training Department
• Maintain clean and orderly work and shop areas
• Ensure parts are handled properly during and after maintenance
• Confirm completion of customer requirements for customer‑supplied parts
• Ensure all required tags and forms are attached and completed correctly
• Delegate duties only to qualified personnel
• Maintain responsibility for delegated work
• Perform additional duties assigned by the Facility Manager
• Remain familiar with applicable requirements under 14 CFR Parts 43 65 and 145

Qualifications

• Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant license
• Minimum of four years of aircraft fuel system maintenance experience
• Must meet the qualification requirements of Tank Tigers Repair Station Manual Section 4.6.9
• Must meet supervisory qualification requirements under 14 CFR Part 145.153
• Strong knowledge of aircraft fuel tank maintenance methods and procedures
• Familiarity with the tools, equipment, aids and techniques used in aircraft fuel system maintenance
• Ability to read and follow approved technical data
• Experience supervising maintenance personnel
• Ability to train and support technicians with varying levels of fuel system experience
• Strong understanding of aircraft maintenance documentation requirements
• Ability to ensure proper completion of maintenance records, tags and forms
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Ability to enter and work safely in confined spaces
• Ability to fit into small aircraft fuel tank areas

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience teaching or training aircraft maintenance technicians
• Experience leading aircraft fuel system maintenance teams

This position requires hands‑on work in aircraft fuel tank environments and other confined spaces.

The Aircraft Maintenance Station Manager must be able to work a flexible schedule and support maintenance activities based on operational and customer requirements.

All work must be performed in accordance with applicable safety procedures, repair station requirements, technical data and Federal Aviation Regulations.

Tank Tigers is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.