Aviation Operations Supervisor - Part 145 / Part 21

Rio Staffing LLC.; Burlington (WA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Rio Staffing LLC is seeking an experienced Assistant Operations Manager for an FAA-regulated aviation facility in Burlington, WA. You will partner with Engineering, Quality, and the Operations Manager to oversee schedules, ensure compliance, and guide shop floor personnel.

The role blends supervisory duties with hands-on repair work, requiring strong knowledge of Part 145/Part 21, quality control, and FAA documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in aviation manufacturing/maintenance FAA Part 145 or Part 21 facilities.
• Experience leading manufacturing and repair personnel.
• Knowledge of aviation quality-control principles and safety protocols.
• Familiarity with FAA regulations, technical data, and repair station manuals.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Commitment to safety PPE procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate support, inspection, maintenance, and production teams.
• Dedicate 20+ hours per week to hands-on technician duties.
• Support daily Part 145 modification, inspection, and repair workflows.
• Evaluate facility needs, equipment, and workforce to resolve bottlenecks.
• Ensure accurate retention of work orders and FAA documentation.
• Participate in root-cause analyses and FAA inspections.
• Halt production if airworthiness, quality, or safety standards are at risk.

Skills

Aviation industry leadership

Quality control

FAA regulations

ERP systems familiarity

Team supervision

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ERP systems

Documentation control

Job description

Assistant Operations Manager - Aviation Manufacturing & Repair

Location: Burlington, WA

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Client

Our client is a premier aerospace organization operating under strict FAA 14 CFR Part 21 and Part 145 regulations. They are deeply committed to fostering a rigorous quality and safety culture while delivering compliant, highly efficient repair, maintenance, production, overhaul, and inspection services to the aviation industry.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $54,000 - $65,000 per year
• Starting Bonus: No signing bonus offered
• Relocation Assistance: No Relocation offered
• Shift: Varies (operational requirements may occasionally necessitate extended hours, overtime, or weekend work)
• Benefits Package: Paid Time Off, 401k with Matching, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and EAP

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic Assistant Operations Manager to help drive the daily success of an FAA-regulated aviation facility. In this dual‑function leadership role, you will partner with Engineering, Quality, and the Operations Manager to oversee manufacturing schedules, ensure uncompromising regulatory compliance, and guide personnel. This position is ideal for a hands‑on leader who can seamlessly transition between supervisory duties and technical, on‑the‑floor repair work to keep production moving safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate support, inspection, maintenance, and production teams, setting daily operational priorities and distributing tasks based on staff qualifications.
• Dedicate 20+ hours per week to hands‑on technician duties, ensuring strict adherence to the Quality Control Manual (QCM), Repair Station Manual (RSM), and FAA mandates.
• Support daily Part 145 modification, inspection, and repair workflows, alongside direct oversight of Part 21 manufacturing activities.
• Evaluate facility needs, equipment, tooling, and workforce allocation to proactively resolve scheduling or resource bottlenecks.
• Guarantee the accuracy, traceability, and proper retention of all work orders and FAA‑mandated compliance documentation.
• Participate heavily in internal root‑cause analyses, corrective action implementation, and preparation for FAA inspections and audits.
• Exercise the authority to halt production immediately if airworthiness, quality, or safety standards are ever at risk, and elevate issues to senior management.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent educational credential.
• Proven background working within an aviation manufacturing/maintenance environment, specifically an FAA Part 145 repair station or Part 21 production facility.
• Demonstrated experience leading, supervising, or directing manufacturing and repair personnel.
• Solid grasp of aviation quality‑control principles and industrial safety protocols.
• Functional knowledge of applicable FAA regulations, technical data, maintenance records, and repair station manuals.
• Capability to accurately interpret engineering documents, technical drawings, and work instructions.
• Commitment to strict compliance with all facility safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Ideal Qualifications

• 3 or more years of hands‑on experience in aerospace, MRO, aviation maintenance, or manufacturing.
• At least 2 years in a formal management or supervisory capacity.
• Active FAA Airframe and/or Powerplant (A&P) certification.
• Direct experience managing customer audits, FAA surveillance, and complex root‑cause analyses.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems and AS9100 quality standards.

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