Aviation MRO Operations Manager

Clay Lacy Aviation; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Clay Lacy Aviation located in Costa Mesa, CA, seeks an Operations Manager to lead the maintenance department for the 145 Repair Station. You will manage daily operations, ensure quality, and oversee budgets while ensuring regulatory compliance.

This senior role requires MRO management experience in business aviation, an A&P certificate, and a focus on safe, efficient aircraft maintenance and customer satisfaction. Competitive compensation and a $3,500 sign‑on bonus are offered.

Qualifications

• A&P certificated with a minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate aviation maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the maintenance department.
• Ensure and monitor quality of work performed by all maintenance employees.
• Assist in developing capital and operating budgets.
• Ensure all aircraft maintenance is scheduled and completed timely and efficiently.
• Ensure adequate resources are available to comply with Federal, State and Local Regulations; maintain trained staffing levels commensurate with operations conducted; and acquire and maintain adequate housing, material, equipment/tooling, and technical data.
• Solicit feedback from staff for development of new concepts regarding procedures, facility improvements, processes, and information to ensure customer satisfaction and business goals are met.
• Ensure that Repair Station personnel follow the regulations.
• Monitor and maintain the budget for manpower requirements.
• Review applications, interview candidates, and approve the hiring of technicians and support staff as needed.
• Participate and assist with Customer Project Manager functions and duties through the initial growth phase, as needed.
• Perform hands‑on maintenance on managed and transient aircraft through the initial growth phase.
• Schedule and plan maintenance for managed and transient aircraft.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned or required by the Vice President of Maintenance.

Education

A&P certificated

Minimum 2 years of MRO management with a business aviation company

Bachelor's degree in Business or Aviation Management

Job description

Clay Lacy Aviation located in Costa Mesa, CA, seeks an Operations Manager to lead the maintenance department for the 145 Repair Station. You will manage daily operations, ensure quality, and oversee budgets while ensuring regulatory compliance.

This senior role requires MRO management experience in business aviation, an A&P certificate, and a focus on safe, efficient aircraft maintenance and customer satisfaction. Competitive compensation and a $3,500 sign‑on bonus are offered.