Lead Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor – FAA-Regulated MRO

STS Technical Services; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

STS Aviation Services in Melbourne, FL seeks an Aircraft Maintenance Production Supervisor to lead a maintenance crew and ensure tasks meet FAA regulations, customer requirements, and internal quality standards. You will oversee scheduling, cost evaluation, documentation, and safety, guiding operations with hands-on leadership and a focus on performance, reliability, and compliance.

Strong organizational and communication skills are essential to coordinate across departments and maintain shift

Qualifications

• Prior leadership experience in an FAA Part 145 repair station or equivalent preferred.
• Strong knowledge of FAA regulations, aircraft maintenance practices, and inspection procedures.
• Excellent communication and team coordination skills.
• Ability to evaluate labor, time, and resources for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance events.
• Experience supervising uncertificated personnel under FAA regulations.
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision over assigned maintenance personnel and tasks.
• Ensure maintenance work and documentation comply with FAA regulations and customer maintenance programs.
• Assign tasks, monitor progress, and manage shift schedules.
• Evaluate and estimate labor and material costs for maintenance projects.
• Coordinate with other departments to align maintenance flow plans.
• Identify and address training needs, tooling requirements, and special equipment needs.
• Co-sign for maintenance performed by uncertificated personnel when required.
• Ensure proper execution and documentation of all work performed.
• Supervise unfamiliar personnel in proper methods, techniques, tools, and procedures.
• Maintain daily turnover reports to ensure shift-to-shift continuity.
• Maintain a clean, organized hangar and work environment at all times.

Skills

Leadership

FAA regulations

Aircraft maintenance

Documentation

Communication

Team coordination

Cost estimation

Safety compliance

Job description

STS Aviation Services in Melbourne, FL seeks an Aircraft Maintenance Production Supervisor to lead a maintenance crew and ensure tasks meet FAA regulations, customer requirements, and internal quality standards. You will oversee scheduling, cost evaluation, documentation, and safety, guiding operations with hands-on leadership and a focus on performance, reliability, and compliance.

Strong organizational and communication skills are essential to coordinate across departments and maintain shift