DIRECTOR OF MAINTENANCE

Justhelicopters; Albuquerque, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertical Limit Aviation in Albuquerque, NM seeks a Director of Maintenance to lead airworthiness, compliance, and performance of our Robinson R-44 and R-66 fleet. This hands-on leadership role ensures safe operations at high-density altitude training and service center.

Responsibilities include planning and supervising inspections, maintaining audit-ready records with FAA liaison, managing parts and inventory, and mentoring the maintenance team to uphold safety and reliability in challenging

Qualifications

• Valid FAA A&P certificate required.
• Maintenance experience (helicopter preferred).
• Strong knowledge of FAA regulations and airworthiness standards.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• IA preferred; Robinson R-22/R-44 experience valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance operations to ensure airworthiness and compliance.
• Plan and supervise scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and inspections.
• Maintain audit-ready records and liaise with the FAA.
• Manage parts inventory, vendors, and maintenance tracking.
• Foster safety culture and mentor the maintenance team.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate

Inspection Authorization (IA)

Tools

Maintenance tracking software

Inventory systems

Job description

**Director of Maintenance****Vertical Limit Aviation****Albuquerque, NM****Location: 2502 Clark Carr Loop SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106****Schedule: Full-time; flexibility for operational needs and occasional on-call support.**Are you ready to lead maintenance operations at New Mexico’s premier high-density altitudehelicopter training and service organization?Vertical Limit Aviation is seeking an experienced, safety-focused **Director of Maintenance** tooversee the airworthiness, compliance, and performance of our Robinson R-44 and R-66 fleet (and related support for AS350 BII model). We are the only **Robinson Approved Service Center in the State of New Mexico**, specializing in high-density altitude and mountain flight training, helicopter tours, aerial photography/video, and professional pilot development out of our Albuquerque base.This is a hands-on leadership role where your expertise directly supports safe, reliable operations in one of the most challenging and rewarding flying environments in the country.**Key Responsibilities** Serve as the accountable leader for all aircraft maintenance, ensuring full compliancewith FAA regulations (Parts 43, 65, 91, and applicable operational rules), manufacturerrequirements, and company policies. Maintain the continuous airworthiness of our Robinson fleet and support service work onadditional helicopter models. Plan, schedule, and oversee all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, andcomponent tracking (including life-limited parts and TBOs). Act as primary liaison with the FAA and manage audit readiness, records, and qualitysystems. Lead, mentor, and develop the maintenance team while fostering a strong safety culture. Manage parts inventory, vendors, and maintenance tracking systems to minimizedowntime and support operational reliability. Support the unique demands of high-density altitude and mountain operations. Contribute as a key member of the leadership team alongside operations and trainingleadership.Job Requirements**Qualifications****Required** Valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate. Maintenance experience (helicopter preferred) Strong working knowledge of FAA regulations and airworthiness standards. Proven ability to maintain accurate, audit-ready records and lead a compliance-focusedmaintenance operation. Excellent leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work in a dynamic flight school and service center environment.**Preferred / Strongly Desired** Inspection Authorization (IA). Direct experience maintaining **Robinson R-22 and/or R-44** helicopters (a significantplus given our fleet and status as a Robinson Approved Service Center). Prior Director of Maintenance, Assistant DOM, or equivalent leadership experience. Experience in Part 61/141 training environments, Part 135, or Part 145 operations. Familiarity with high-density altitude / mountain operations and related maintenanceconsiderations. Experience with maintenance tracking software and inventory systems.Why Vertical Limit Aviation? Work with a locally owned, mission-driven company that produces highly skilled pilotsthrough unique high-density altitude training. Be part of the only Robinson Approved Service Center in New Mexico. Enjoy the quality of life in Albuquerque scenic mountains, excellent flying conditions,and a growing aviation community. Competitive compensation commensurate with experience, along with the opportunity tomake a visible impact on safety and operational excellence. Collaborative culture focused on professionalism, continuous improvement, andsupporting both students and customers.**Why Vertical Limit Aviation?** Work with a locally owned, mission-driven company that produces highly skilled pilotsthrough unique high-density altitude training. Be part of the only Robinson Approved Service Center in New Mexico. Enjoy the quality of life in Albuquerque scenic mountains, excellent flying conditions,and a growing aviation community. Competitive compensation commensurate with experience, along with the opportunity tomake a visible impact on safety and operational excellence. Collaborative culture focused on professionalism, continuous improvement, andsupporting both students and customers.If you are a detail-oriented aviation maintenance professional who thrives on leadership,regulatory excellence, and keeping helicopters flying safely in demanding conditions—especially with Robinson experience—we want to hear from you.**To apply:** Please send your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant helicopter maintenance and leadership experience to [e-mail]. Reference “Director of Maintenance” in the subject line.