Base Manager, Maintenance - DTW

Endeavor Air; Romulus, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 119,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel privileges

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) with match

OPR program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Endeavor Air is seeking a Maintenance Base Manager to oversee day-to-day maintenance operations at the base. Lead supervisors, technicians, and support staff to ensure safe repairs, regulatory compliance, and timely turnaround across hangar and line activities.

The role requires a strong background in aircraft maintenance, leadership, and FAA knowledge. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive pay range aligned with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Ethics and values champion for employees and projects.
• Strong business understanding and systemic thinking.
• Honest, open communication in large groups.
• Ability to motivate and drive results through others.

Responsibilities

• Lead base operations with staff to ensure safe, timely maintenance per FAR.
• Guide staff on work assignments, safety, and best practices.
• Assist in staffing, screening, and hiring technicians.
• Provide training and development for employees.
• Monitor performance, conduct investigations when needed.
• Ensure FAA compliance and maintenance program adherence.
• Oversee base activities, policies, and new initiatives.
• Maintain professional relations with FAA and regulators.

Skills

Ethics and Values

Know Your Team

Builds Trust

Decision Making

Drive for Results

Education

High School Diploma or GED; 4-year degree preferred

Job description

About Us

Endeavor Air is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Delta Air Lines. Flying as Delta Connection, Endeavor operates141 regional jets on 750 daily flights to 122 destinations in the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean.

Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minn., Endeavor has hub operations in Atlanta, Cincinnati, Detroit, Minneapolis, New York, and Raleigh-Durham, and 11 maintenance bases across our network.

Our Culture

We know that our people are our greatest assets, and we are committed to building a culture where employees love coming to work each day. At Endeavor Air, we foster a diverse, culturally-rich and safe workplace where employees are treated with dignity and respect. With a culture built on safety, excellence, and teamwork, Endeavor offers limitless potential for aviation professionals looking to start or continue their careers.

Our team promotesan inclusive environmentin all aspects of the airline and our operation. As an EEO employer, we provide opportunities for all qualified candidates without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran, or disabled status.

Overview

The Maintenance Base Manager is responsible for the overall day-to-day operations for the maintenance department of Endeavor Air at the maintenance base. Lead a team of operations manager’s supervisors, technicians and support staff to ensure the safe operation and timely repairs with regards to all safety, regulatory, service and communication requirements associated with their assigned base.

Responsibilities

• Determine aircraft and components are maintained based on established procedures and FAR.
• Provide guidance and direction to staff concerning: work assignments, on-the-job instruction, job procedures, safety, and best work practices.
• Assist in staffing process to prescreen, interview, and hire qualified technicians.
• Provide training to new technicians and continuously develop current employees to better manage and staff the bases.
• Assist with employee performance development and disciplinary actions.
• Conduct investigations and employee interviews when violations of company policy or federal regulations occur.
• Monitor staffing levels to ensure base personnel are properly trained in accordance with the Company Maintenance Training Program and meet FAA requirements.
• Manage and evaluate established standards of operational performance and appearance for the Hangar and Line.
• Oversee the base activities, implementation of new policies, and maintenance programs.
• Monitor Base performance (delays/completion) to ensure the Base maintains an efficient operation.
• Develop and streamlines processes, base improvements, strategies, staffing, and quality standards.
• Ensure all company policies and procedures are followed by all areas of the maintenance department.
• Maintain a professional relationship with the FAA and assists in gathering and/or providing information as requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• The Maintenance Operations Manager oversees the maintenance and preventive maintenance of all Hangar and Line facilities, aircraft, components, and equipment.

Competencies Required

• Ethics and Values - Serves as a champion to employees and projects that are beneficial to the company Displays courage and willingness to take an unpopular stance to make positive long term progress for individuals and the organization.
• Knows Our Business - Looks for way to improve our success operationally and through people. Understands how all aspects of the business operate in a systemic way. Technically and professionally skilled to do the job at a high level of accomplishment.
• Builds Trust and Decision Making - Models honesty and open communications in large group meetings. Responds to challenge in a positive way seeing it as a way to learn new perspectives and perhaps improve the organization.
• Drive for Results by Inspiring Others - Builds passion and enthusiasm for the organization’s mission. Identifies measurements that will drive long term positive results, and shares the rationale, thus engaging the organization.
• Know Your Team and Leading People - Inspires organization to build effective work relationships that are based on strengths and focused on achieving organizational goals, understanding and utilizing each team member’s interests and development goals. As a leader, proactively sees opportunities for talented and diverse staff to work with upper leadership in order to promote development and results.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent with 4 year degree preference
• 3-5 years of experience in technical aircraft maintenance with increasing responsibilities
• 3 years people management and leadership experience required
• Valid Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license
• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations, aviation safety standards, safe operating practices under Part 121 FAR
• Valid driver’s license and must be insurable under company insurance coverage
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to multi task effectively in a fast-paced environment
• PC proficiency using Microsoft Office.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift, carry, or move aircraft components weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to bend, stand, use ladders, work stands, lifts, etc. and be able to work on all areas of the aircraft that may require access during performance of duties.
• Ability to work in airport maintenance facilities, various repair stations and material vendors.
• Can involve long periods of sitting, standing, or walking. Computer work, both word processing and data input function, in a typical maintenance office, line, hangar and general airport environment

What We Offer

Providing world-class service to our customers starts with providing world-class benefits to our employees. Endeavor Air employees receive a competitive total compensation package which includes a variety of benefits to choose from and some of the best perks around.

• Free or reduced-rate travel privileges on Delta Air Lines and 80+ air carriers worldwide for employees and eligible family members
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 401(k) with Company Match starting on Day 1
• Operational Performance Rewards (OPR) Program
• Life and AD&D Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and voluntary supplementary benefit options

FLSA Status

Salary

Minimum Position Pay Range

USD $119,400.00/Yr.

Maximum Position Pay Range

USD $148,100.00/Yr.