Eastern Airlines - Maintenance Controller - Greensboro, NC

Eastern Airlines Llc; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Airlines is seeking a Maintenance Controller in Greensboro, NC, to manage day-to-day aircraft maintenance needs and coordinate with Operations, flight crews, and SOC to keep the fleet safe and ready for service.

The ideal candidate will have FAA Part 121/145 experience, strong maintenance knowledge, and excellent communication to collaborate with internal and contracted teams while upholding safety and Eastern Airlines' values.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have FAA Part 121/145 maintenance environment experience.
• Supervisory experience required (2+ years).
• Experience with Boeing 777/767 preferred.
• Strong communication skills and knowledge of FAR maintenance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Acts as liaison with Operations, Flight Crews, and SOC for daily maintenance operations.
• Primary contact for mechanical discrepancies affecting aircraft operations.
• Coordinates with maintenance providers to return aircraft to service safely and promptly.
• Enters maintenance discrepancies into tracking systems and determines corrective actions.
• Upholds safety procedures and Company guidelines while promoting teamwork.

Skills

Supervisory experience

FAA Part 121/145 experience

Boeing 777/767 experience

Aircraft maintenance knowledge

Education

Associate's degree or higher

Job description

Eastern Airlines - Maintenance Controller - Greensboro, NC

Maintenance and Engineering Full Time Professional Greensboro, NC, US

Overview

At Eastern Airlines curiosity and excitement for growth go a long way. In fact, Eastern Airlines was launched by seekers, adventurers, and above all fliers. Our open-hearted attitude, respect for the people we fly, and attention to detail are what sets us apart from our competitors. Natural curiosity and hunger for wonder are behaviors that make our employees successful. This summary provides a listing of the knowledge, skills, and abilities that are critical components of the position.

General

This is a full-time position that reports to the Supervisor of Maintenance Control and interacts with the Director of Operations, the Chief Pilot, Systems Operations Control staff, and the Company’s flight crews. The responsibilities include addressing the day-to-day aircraft maintenance needs of the Company, involving a variety of tasks related to the Company’s aircraft and engines. The successful candidate will demonstrate a thorough knowledge and understanding of all FAR aircraft maintenance requirements. Strong communication skills are essential, and the candidate must be able to embody the company’s values and culture while collaborating with flight crews in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Acts as a liaison on behalf of the maintenance department and communicates effectively with Operations, Flight Crews, Flight Mechanics and/others as needed as part of the daily operation;
• Acts as primary point of contact for all mechanical discrepancies that may affect the daily operation of all Company aircraft;
• Works with appropriate maintenance and supervisory personnel to determine whether discrepancies are deferrable under approved MEL and NEF guidelines;
• Coordinates with Company maintenance and/or contract maintenance providers to work aircraft discrepancies and planned maintenance events so that aircraft are back into service in a safe and airworthy manner with minimal downtime;
• Works with SOC to coordinate travel to/from an AOG aircraft for flight mechanics;
• Enters all maintenance related discrepancies into computer tracking systems as required;
• Determines corrective actions based on aircraft service-history, analysis, applicable General Maintenance Manual (GMM) guidance, and Company guidelines;
• Promotes teamwork amongst maintenance personnel and flight crews;
• Upholds safety and security procedures and awareness;
• Has the ability to obtain additional qualifications through training and education as needed;
• Other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Control Supervisor or Director of Maintenance

Qualification Requirements

• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Associate's degree or higher education.
• Two (2) years of experience in a supervisory capacity.
• Two (2) years of experience with Boeing 777s & Boeing 767s, with line maintenance experience highly preferred.
• Five (5) years or more of experience on commercial aircraft in an FAA Part 121/145 environment.
• One (1) year of experience in Maintenance Control.

Eastern Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.