Component Repair & Overhaul Lead

Western Aircraft, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Aircraft Inc. in Boise, ID seeks an experienced Component Repair & Overhaul Manager to lead technicians and manage budgets, equipment, and data for CR&O under 14 CFR Part 145. You will drive quality, efficiency, and growth while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include coordinating with multiple departments, producing teardown reports, and guiding business development as in-house capabilities expand. Leadership and aviation ops expertise are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years in general aviation or related field.
• Minimum three (3) years leadership in aviation maintenance or component repair.
• Thorough knowledge of aircraft component repair, overhaul, and manufacturing operations.
• Familiarity with FAA regulations, industry vendors, and repair procedures.
• Ability to develop budgets, capital expenditures, and business plans.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely component repairs and overhauls in compliance with 14 CFR Part 145.
• Prepare, manage, and monitor budgets, project bids, and forecasts.
• Maintain quality standards while ensuring departmental profitability.
• Coordinate with Scheduling, Parts, and MRO departments, and external vendors.
• Provide updates regarding teardown reports, turn-around time, and issues to customers.
• Supervise assigned technicians and conduct annual performance evaluations.
• Manage equipment, tooling and technical data for CR&O activities.
• Travel 10% and participate in audits as required.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Organizational skills

FAA regulations knowledge

Aviation maintenance knowledge

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aviation/Business/Finance

FAA A&P certification preferred

Job description

Western Aircraft Inc. in Boise, ID seeks an experienced Component Repair & Overhaul Manager to lead technicians and manage budgets, equipment, and data for CR&O under 14 CFR Part 145. You will drive quality, efficiency, and growth while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include coordinating with multiple departments, producing teardown reports, and guiding business development as in-house capabilities expand. Leadership and aviation ops expertise are essential.