Line & Base Aircraft Maintenance Manager

Horizon Air; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 116,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stand-by travel privileges

Well-being programs

401(k) match

Annual bonus plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Horizon Air is seeking a Manager for Line/Base Maintenance to lead teams across Portland-area maintenance, fleet services, GSE, and shop operations. You will drive safe, compliant, and cost-effective maintenance while ensuring airworthiness of aircraft released from work.

The role requires a mechanic certificate (Airframe/Powerplant), 5 years’ maintenance ops experience, and 2 years' leadership. Travel up to 10% and valid US work authorization are needed.

Qualifications

• 5 years of aircraft maintenance operations experience.
• 2 years of leadership experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, or additional relevant training.
• Must hold an Airframe and Powerplant mechanic certificate.
• Meet 14 CFR 65.83 requirements and recent maintenance oversight experience.
• Knowledge of 14 CFR Parts 1,21,25,43,45,47,65,91,119,121.
• Ability to travel up to 10% and possess a valid passport.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance teams across multiple sites and prioritize day-to-day operations.
• Ensure safety, compliance, reliability, quality, and cost targets.
• Develop staff through performance management and coaching.
• Coordinate with Planning and other managers to optimize schedules.
• Oversee adherence to CBA, policies, and federal regulations.
• Drive a culture of safety and accountability.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance operations

Leadership experience

Travel readiness

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

High school diploma or equivalent

Airframe & Powerplant license

Job description

Horizon Air is seeking a Manager for Line/Base Maintenance to lead teams across Portland-area maintenance, fleet services, GSE, and shop operations. You will drive safe, compliant, and cost-effective maintenance while ensuring airworthiness of aircraft released from work.

The role requires a mechanic certificate (Airframe/Powerplant), 5 years’ maintenance ops experience, and 2 years' leadership. Travel up to 10% and valid US work authorization are needed.