Flight Maintenance Operations Manager

Socket.dev; Ypsilanti (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Flight Maintenance Engineer Manager to oversee a team of FME professionals in Michigan. You will coordinate with TOMC leadership to drive reliability projects, ensure proper inventory and tooling, and manage workload assignments across shift teams.

The role requires extensive aircraft maintenance experience, supervisory capabilities, and a strong command of English. You will work within an office environment focused on aviation maintenance operations and budgeting.

Qualifications

• 10 years of aircraft maintenance experience
• 5 years of supervisory experience
• FAA Airframe & Power Plant Certificate
• Proficient with Word, Excel, Outlook and company software
• Must be a US Citizen with US Passport
• Good working knowledge of world geography and flight operations
• Ability to read, write, and understand English

Responsibilities

• Ensure FME and supervisors comply with company policies
• Coordinate with Director TOMC on reliability initiatives
• Maintain accurate FAK inventory and tooling on each airplane
• Direct FME scheduler/assistant on personnel assignments
• Evaluate FME performance with supervisor
• Coordinate with FME Trainer for training and OJT
• Provide liaison with international maintenance providers
• Collaborate with MX Control and planning teams on maintenance requirements
• Analyze expenses to manage the budget
• Perform duties as assigned by the Director TOMC

Skills

Organized

Leadership

Communication

Computer literacy

Education

FAA Airframe & Power Plant Certificate

High school diploma

Some college/technical school

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Company Software

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking a Flight Maintenance Engineer Manager to oversee a team of FME professionals in Michigan. You will coordinate with TOMC leadership to drive reliability projects, ensure proper inventory and tooling, and manage workload assignments across shift teams.

The role requires extensive aircraft maintenance experience, supervisory capabilities, and a strong command of English. You will work within an office environment focused on aviation maintenance operations and budgeting.