Assistant Director of Maintenance

Ultipro; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultipro in Wisconsin seeks a Director of Maintenance to lead the maintenance organization, ensure compliance with FAA, OSHA and EPA regulations, and drive safe, reliable aircraft operations.

You will hold an FAA A&P license, a Bachelor's in Aviation Maintenance or Engineering, 5–7 years in maintenance management (preferably in a union environment), and expert Excel skills to build reports and budgets. This role supervises staff and coordinates fleet improvements, with travel up to 50%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aviation Maintenance or Engineering.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant license required.
• Five to seven years aircraft maintenance management experience in FAR Part 121 operations.

Responsibilities

• Leads and plans resources to meet operational and departmental goals.
• Oversees Line and Hangar Maintenance to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Maintains complete and accurate records and annual budgets.
• Collaborates with leadership to increase fleet performance and productivity.
• Ensures safety and regulatory compliance across FAA, OSHA and EPA standards.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Excel

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Team supervision

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Aviation Maintenance or Engineering

FAA Airframe & Powerplant license

Tools

AS400

Showcase

MS Office/Excel

Job description

• Filling the Part 119 required position of Director of Maintenance as the primary backup.
• Reference 14CFR §119.65(d) as listed at the beginning of this section.
• (c) To serve as Director of Maintenance under §119.65(a) a person must-
  • (1) Hold a mechanic certificate with airframe and powerplant ratings;
  • (2) Have at least 1 year experience in a position responsible for returning airplanes to service;
  • (3) Have at least 1 year experience in a supervisory capacity under either paragraph (c)(4)(i) or (c)(4)(ii) of this section maintaining the same category and class of airplane as the certificate holder uses; and
  • (4) Have 3 years experience within the past 6 years in one or a combination of the following-
    • (i) Maintaining large airplanes with 10 or more passenger seats, including at the time of appointment as Director of Maintenance, experience in maintaining the same category and class of airplane as the certificate holder uses; or
    • (ii) Repairing airplanes in a certificated airframe repair station that is rated to maintain airplanes in the same category and class of airplane as the certificate holder uses.

Job Functions:

• Demonstrates leadership, commitment and the promotion of a safe and secure operating environment as a core value of the maintenance organization.
• Plans and utilizes resources to meet operational and departmental goals and objectives.
• Ensures efficient scheduling and use of assigned resources to provide maximum, effective productivity.
• Collaboration with the Maintenance Leadership team to ensure optimal productivity of manpower is achieved and adjusts the manpower as necessary.
• Oversees and manages Line and Hangar Maintenance Operations to ensure that all maintenance facilities are operated in compliance with FAA, OSHA and EPA regulations and Company policies and procedures.
• Represents Company in union grievance proceedings.
• Ensures that complete and accurate records are maintained.
• Responsible for providing leadership to direct staff to ensure the various teams incorporate continuous improvement methods to efficiently support maintenance production and the daily operation.
• Collaboration with the Maintenance Leadership Team to identify and implement initiations to increase fleet performance.
• Advanced skills are required to use Microsoft Office applications and other software to create various reports and analysis relating to maintenance and engineering procedures, plans, and forecasts.
• Team member in operational performance meetings with various stakeholders providing proactive and follow up data regarding maintenance’s performance and initiatives.
• Administers and controls assigned budgetary responsibilities and prepares monthly budget variance reports.
• Attendance is considered an essential responsibility.
• Adherence to all company policies and procedures.
• High level of judgment to ensure compliance with appropriate regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English.
• Frequent telephone and personal contact with co-workers and subordinates.
• Frequent telephone and personal contact with union officials, regulators, manufacturers, outside service providers, and others.

Education & Experience:
Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation Maintenance or Engineering discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant license required.
• Five to seven years aircraft maintenance management experience in FAR Part 121 Air Carrier operations, preferably in a union environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Problem solving skills, out-of-box thinking, persistence and a tenacity in following up on tasks and ensuring they are completed within the timeframe required.
• Ability to create, track and maintain a project plan.
• Advanced Excel skills required.

Preferred:

• Dexterity
• Problem solving
• Analytical ability
• Interpersonal skills
• AS400 and Showcase Query skills

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervises direct report staff within the Maintenance Departments at various locations. Must have strong communication skills.

Work Environment, Physical Demands & Travel:

• Maintenance Offices
• Hangar/Ramp (hangar is well-lighted, heated and protected from the elements. Noise level may high depending on the type of work being performed and there may occasionally be exhaust from various engines)
• Aircraft
• Majority of time spent at low activity level, i.e., sitting
• Occasional standing/walking/movement required
• May be called in on irregular operations; must be available 24/7 including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Up to 50% travel, including International

Disclaimer: The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not a comprehensive inventory of duties and/or responsibilities associated with this position. Generally, each job function is considered essential to this position and any incumbent must be capable of performing them.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Power Plant

Air Frame License

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