Director of Maintenance (DOM)

Precision Aircraft Management; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Aircraft Management is seeking a Director of Maintenance (DOM) in Colorado to lead all maintenance for the managed aircraft fleet, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and cost efficiency.

The DOM Reports to the CEO, oversees the Maintenance Control Department, and collaborates with Flight Operations and Account Managers to optimize aircraft availability and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of aircraft maintenance experience, including 3+ years in a supervisory or management role.

Responsibilities

• Lead Maintenance Control Department and oversee fleet maintenance planning and scheduling.
• Maintain FAA compliance and records for all managed aircraft.
• Manage relationships with repair stations, vendors, and OEMs to ensure quality work.
• Develop semi-annual maintenance financial projections and track expenses.
• Provide leadership and coaching to maintenance staff and ensure safety and compliance.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

FAA compliance

Leadership

Maintenance tracking systems

Budget management

Tools

CAMP

Traxxall

Job description

Position Title: Director ofMaintenance (DOM)

Reports to: CEO

FLSA Status: Full-time; exempt

Compensation: $180k-$220K Annually

Schedule/Location: M-F / IN-Office KAPA

The Precision Aircraft ManagementDirectorofMaintenance (DOM) is the senior leader responsible for ensuring the safe, compliant, and cost-effective maintenance of the company’s managedaircraftfleet under the requirements of 14 CFR Part 135, 14 CFR Part 43, Part 65, and all applicable FAA guidance and manufacturer recommendations. The DOM serves as the company’s primary maintenance authority under the Air Carrier Certificate and meets the qualification requirements of 14 CFR 119.71.

From a business perspective, the DOM oversees all aspects of fleet maintenance planning, budgeting, vendor management, staffing, and operational coordination. This role leads the Maintenance Control Department, supervises Crew Chiefs assigned to specific aircraft, works closely with the Flight Operations Team and Account Contract Managers to optimize aircraft availability, and is an active member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), collaborating cross-functionally to support company strategy and client satisfaction.

The DOM ensures the highest standards of safety, regulatory compliance, reliability, and fiscal accountability for all company-managedaircraft.

As defined in the General Operations Manual and required by 14 CFR:

• Meets all qualifications and experience requirements of 14 CFR 119.71 for the Director of Maintenance position.
• Ensures all maintenance manuals, technical data, and manufacturer standards are followed for inspection, repair, and return-to-service ofaircraft.
• Directs, plans, and lays out inspection standards, methods, and procedures to ensure compliance with FAA regulations and manufacturer recommendations.
• Maintains allaircraftmaintenance records for managedaircraftto FAA standards.
• Provides theDirector of Operations,Chief Pilot and Flight Operations Team with a current list of availableaircraftand planned maintenance schedules.
• Oversees Maintenance Control andestablishesprocedures to ensureFlightOperations Teamhasan up-to-dateaircraftavailability status.
• Coordinates with theDirector of Operations,Chief Pilotand Flight OperationsTeamregardingaircraftchanges or substitutions necessary to support flight operations.
• Maintains a professional working relationship with the FAA Principal Maintenance Inspector (PMI) and proactively coordinatesonall certificate-related maintenance matters.
• Ensures adequate maintenance and inspection facilities are available, working with the Facility Manager when necessary.
• Submits required reports under 14 CFR 135.415 and 135.417 using FAA Form 415 or the FAA SDR electronic system.
• Ensures all MEL-deferred maintenance items are tracked andmonitored; preventsaircraftdispatch when MEL, maintenance, or inspection limitations may be exceeded.
• Issues flight permits or special flight authorizations when necessary.
• Conducts annual audits of maintenance recordstoidentifyand address occurrencesof recurrent defects.
• Hasauthority toterminateflights under the Air Carrier Certificate when maintenance or airworthiness concerns exist.
• Issues Airworthiness Releases and coordinates with the Director of Operations regardingoperational control andaircraftrelease.
• Ensuresproper documentationand calibration of company tooling and test equipment.
• Ensuresaircraftweight and balance remain compliant with 14 CFR 135.185.
• Overseescontrol and tracking of parts, consumables, and life-limited components.
• Provides required drug and alcohol testing notifications to the FAA Anti-Drug Program Office when using technicians notenrolled in an approved program.
• Maintains and updates the list of qualified mechanics and personnel authorized to perform Airworthiness Releases both at the main maintenance base and approved repair stations.
• Serves as the responsible manager for the MEL Management Program.
• In coordination with the Director of Operations,disseminatesoperational and safety information, including revisions and updates to Aircraft Flight Manuals (AFMs).

Business & Leadership Responsibilities

Expands beyond the GOM requirements to reflect company operations and expectations.

Fleet Maintenance Oversight

• Provides strategic leadership for all maintenance on the managedaircraftfleet, ensuringoptimalaircraftreliability, safety, and availability.
• Oversees Crew Chiefs assigned to specificaircraft; provides guidance, performance management, and ongoing professional development.
• Managesrelationships with repair stations, vendors, and OEMs to ensure quality work and favorable terms.
• Evaluates and approves major maintenance events, modifications, and technical programs.

Financial Responsibility and Budgeting

• Develop semi-annualmaintenancefinancial projections, including scheduled inspections, major services events, andanticipatedcomponent replacements.
• Review, approve, and track all maintenance-related expenses including parts, contractor/vendor invoices, tooling, and technical subscriptions.
• Ensuresmaintenance activitiesremainwith budget while upholding safety and compliance standards.
• Notifications and approvals toaircraftowners as defined in the Services Agreements.
• Providetimelyresponsestothe Financial Team andaircraftowners on inquiriestoexpenses.

Maintenance Planning and Scheduling

• Work closely with the Flight Operations Teamand Account Contract Managers tooptimizetiming of maintenance events, minimizing downtime and reducing operational disruptions.
• Forecasts upcoming maintenance events usingaircraftmaintenance tracking programs and ensurestimelyplanning for inspections, major checks, and long-lead-time components.
• Provideaircraftavailability forecasts to support revenue planning and client tripdemands.

Client andColleague Collaboration

• Partner with Account Contract Managers to provide transparent maintenance forecasts, cost projections, and service updates toaircraftowners.
• Serve as a technical authority and trusted advisor for clientsregardingaircraftcondition, reliability, and long-term maintenance planning.
• Represent the Maintenance Department on the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) andparticipatein cross-departmental strategy, resource planning, and company initiatives.

Safety, Quality, and Compliance Leadership

• Reinforce a safety-first culturealigned with companySafety Management System (SMS), risk management standards, and industry best practices.
• Ensure adherence to all FAA, OSHA, EPA, DOT, and company-level safety and compliance rules.
• Ensure complianceofall technicians, vendors, and repair stations with the Drug & Alcohol Program requirements.
• Oversee internal quality audits related to maintenance and ensure corrective actions are completed in a timely manner.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and performance evaluations for MaintenancePlanning, Crew Chiefs, and other maintenance staff.
• Establish staffing levels, job qualifications, training requirements, and succession planning for maintenance personnel.
• Ensuremaintenance staffmaintainrequired certifications andtrainingcurrency.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years ofaircraftmaintenance experience, including 3+ years in a supervisory or management role.
• Strong working knowledge of 14 CFR Part 135 regulations and FAA compliance requirements.
• Experience with turbineaircraftand maintenance tracking systems (e.g.CAMP,Traxxall).
• Proven ability to manage maintenance programs, budgets, records, vendors, and inspections.
• Demonstratedexperienceinterfacing with FAA inspectors and supporting audits or conformity activities.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test in compliance with theDOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program.

Skills and Competencies

• Expert understanding ofaircraftsystems, maintenance procedures, and airworthiness standards.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage teams and prioritize safety in all operations.
• Effective decision-makingand problem-solving under dynamic operational conditions.
• Proficiencywith digital records, technical documentation, AD/SB interpretation, and planning tools.
• Strong communicationskills for coordination with pilots,operations, vendors, and FAA officials.
• Ability to plan and manage major inspections, maintenance scheduling, and SMS-related processes.
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life coverage for Employee and50% contributionfordependents.
• 401(k) plan with Safe Harbor Employer Match up to4%