Aviation MRO Project Manager

AAR Corp; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

AAR Corp in Oklahoma City is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) projects. You will ensure activities are delivered on time, within scope, and compliant with regulatory standards and customer expectations.

The role requires leading cross‑functional teams, developing detailed project plans, managing resources and timelines, and maintaining strong safety and quality standards in a busy hangar environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or equivalent required; four-year college degree in a related field.
• Eight years of related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in defining project objectives and system development requirements.
• Assist in developing detailed project plans, including task assignments, resource planning, milestones, and review checkpoints.
• Participate in selecting project team members based on required competencies and experience.
• Maintain profitable performance and efficiency across all assigned work packages, ensuring on‑time delivery and adherence to KPI targets.
• Oversee day-to-day operations within the hangar, ensuring effective coordination, resource management, and workflow execution.
• Champion a strong safety culture by prioritizing the well‑being of all employees, contractors, and onsite vendors, and ensuring compliance with safety standards and procedures.
• Review and validate deliverables to ensure quality, accuracy, and readiness for integration or subsequent phases.
• Provide technical leadership and support to team members to drive successful project outcomes.
• Report project progress, challenges, and recommended changes to management in a timely and transparent manner.
• Ensure all documentation and deliverables meet internal standards and project‑specific requirements.
• Fulfill administrative reporting duties related to project performance and compliance.
• Assign personnel to projects and oversee their activities as directed.
• Maintain professional, clear, and responsive communication with airline customer representatives.
• Demonstrate flexibility by addressing customer needs beyond standard business hours when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned to contribute to overall project and organizational success.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from a four‑year college or university

Eight years of related experience and/or training

An equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

AAR Corp in Oklahoma City is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) projects. You will ensure activities are delivered on time, within scope, and compliant with regulatory standards and customer expectations.

The role requires leading cross‑functional teams, developing detailed project plans, managing resources and timelines, and maintaining strong safety and quality standards in a busy hangar environment.