Customer Projects Manager

handwerker; New Jersey; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Jet Aviation is seeking a Conformity Project Manager to ensure airworthiness by validating compliance with 14 CFR and JAFS conformity processes. Hybrid role based in US locations (Teterboro, NJ; West Palm Beach; Scottsdale; Houston).Responsibilities span coordinating teams, reviewing permanent records, and validating conformity packages for Part 91/135 aircraft.

Qualified candidates have 5+ years in aviation records management and 3+ years in corporate aircraft management, with willingness to

Qualifications

• Five years’ experience in aviation management of permanent records.
• Three years’ or more of practical corporate aircraft management experience.
• Willing to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Willing to travel domestically and internationally for conformity activities.

Responsibilities

• Identify scheduling requirements and coordinate conformity of permanent records and physical condition.
• Select and assign the conformity team with internal/external personnel.
• Ensure team members are prepared and understand responsibilities for compliance.
• Manage the conformity team in permanent records review and physical inspection.
• Validate data and appendices per JAFS conformity process.
• Review conformity package prior to submission to Director.

Skills

Aviation management

Conformity processes

Team coordination

Data review

Tools

CASS system

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Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form. From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to over 4,500 employees, and some 50 locations worldwide. Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Government Services, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing. Behind every seamless Jet Aviation experience, is a team of dedicated professionals perfecting the art of flight. The artisans of aviation. The craft that brings our customers’ journey to life. In the hangar, on the ground, and behind the scenes. Enabling global flight, with passion.

Position Summary

The Conformity Project Manager ensures the airworthiness of the aircraft by validating its compliance with 14 CFR regulations and the JAFS conformity process. The Conformity Project Manager will oversee progress and management of the assembled conformity team(s) activities throughout all phases of this process. The Conformity Project Manager will possess a thorough understanding the 14 CFR regulations, the requirements for validating Part 91 and 135 compliance and be capable of following the JAFS confirmation process. The Conformity Project Manager will serve the company’s and customer’s needs and requirements by producing a conformity package acceptable to the FAA administrator. This hybrid position can be based out of most Jet Aviation locations in the US network.

• Teterboro, NJ
• West Palm Beach, FL
• Scottsdale, AZ
• Houston, TX
• Five (5) years’ experience in aviation management of permanent records.
• Three (3) year’s or more of practical corporate aircraft management experience.
• Available to work flexible work schedules including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Frequent travel to on-site conformity location, which mostly will be domestic but may also be international.
• Self-educator and motivator.
• May be required to be 21 years of age or older and have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; must also be able to pass a required 10-year background check which includes drug test.
• Must obtain an Airport ID Badge within 30 days of employment, if required.

Main Responsibilities

• Identifies the aircraft transitions department scheduling requirements and coordinates the performance of the aircraft’s permanent records and physical condition conformity
• Selects and assigns the conformity team with internal/external personnel
• Ensures conformity team members (contractors) are well prepared and understand their responsibility for compliance of Jet Aviation’s conformity processes
• Manages the conformity team in the performance of the aircraft’s permanent records review and physical inspection
• Uses appropriate discretion when planning daily operation for conformity team’s goals and objectives
• Exercises self-determining judgment in managing conformity documented discrepancies with assigned responsible person for efficient resolution
• Validates all collected data and appendixes are complete and detailed in accordance with JAFS Conformity process
• Performs a final review of conformity package in accordance with JAFS accepted validation process on Part 91 and Part 135 aircraft prior to submission to Director of Aircraft Transitions
• Participates in the development and final review of the Aircraft Inspection Manual (AIM) prior to submission to the Director of Quality Assurance

Main Responsibilities

• Reviews the effectiveness, efficiencies, performance and productivity of the conformity team and provides feedback and updates and to the Director of Aircraft Transitions.
• Interfaces with assigned FAA principle inspectors when directed
• Interfaces with assigned maintenance manager or client representative
• Interfaces with computerized maintenance tracking program analyst
• Interfaces with outside vendors in support of the conformity process
• Provides collected data and submits pertinent conformity information into the Continuous Airworthiness Surveillance System (CASS)
• Performs and applies Jet Aviation Safety and CASS policies and procedures
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
• Represents Jet Aviation as one company internally and externally with industry groups, regulatory bodies and the General Dynamics network

Desired Characteristics

• Willingness and ability to make decisions
• Sound and accurate judgement
• Accurate and thorough; focus on continuous improvement in processes and performance
• Has a pleasant, friendly, and helpful manner to deliver the best experience to customers and colleagues
• Quality driven with a passion for excellence to represent Jet Aviation as a Brand Ambassador
• Demonstration and commitment to Jet Aviation values (Trust, Honesty, Alignment, Transparency)

At Jet Aviation eligible employees can enjoy a comprehensive package that fuels your passions both inside and outside of work. Your health and well-being matter to us. That’s why we offer a competitive benefit package that includes health, dental & vision insurance, matching 401(k), health savings and flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, employee assistance programs, health and wellness awards, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans