Maintenance Controller

Vista; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

401(k) plan

PTO Accrual

Company Paid Life, Short, and Long Term Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Mental Health Wellness Program

Empty Leg Flight Benefits & Customized Travel Site with Delta Airlines

Job summary

Vista is seeking a Maintenance Controller in Columbus, OH, responsible for managing daily maintenance requirements, coordinating with multiple teams, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates must have an A&P certificate, a High School Diploma, and at least 2 years of relevant experience in aircraft maintenance control or supervision. The position offers comprehensive benefits, including medical plans, a 401(k) plan, and PTO accrual based on service. This role may require working weekends and the ability to travel for training.

Qualifications

• Self-starter who thrives in a dynamic environment.
• Experience with corporate aircraft or regional airline maintenance.
• Detail-oriented, excellent task management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily maintenance requirements of the fleet.
• Coordinate with SOC/OCC, QC, and Customer Service.
• Provide shift turnovers and detailed reports.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills

Diagnostic skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

A&P certificate

College degree preferred

Tools

CAMP

AVTRAK

CMP

JETDOCS

TRAXXALL

Job description

We are looking for a Maintenance Controller to join our team in Columbus, OH. The Maintenance Controller reports to the Director of Maintenance Control and safely manages the daily maintenance requirements of the fleet and communicates with internal and external customers all maintenance related events and outcomes.

Your Responsibilities

• Safely manage daily maintenance requirements of the fleet in a timely manner.
• Responsible for coordinating w/ SOC/OCC, QC, Customer Service, MX Vendors, FBOs and Flight crews on maintenance events.
• Must convey high level of technical support to flight crews and MX vendors.
• Responsible for applying and managing fleet MELs.
• Responsible for building, scheduling, and releasing fleet MX work orders.
• Responsible for building, scheduling, and releasing fleet detailing work orders.
• Ensure data accurate and timely information is inputted with MX computer programs.
• Ensure accurate and timely information is conveyed to operations for AOG and delayed aircraft.
• Responsible for oversight and management of fleet during MX events
• Responsible for releasing aircraft for RTS in accordance w/ company and FAA guidelines.
• Responsible for Airworthiness Releases and Special Flight Permits
• Ensures Fleet MX is monitored and completed in a timely manner, never to exceed governing time limitations.
• Must work harmoniously w/ DOM, Chief Pilots, Managers, Pilots, MX Vendors, and teammates, as well outside OEMs and auditors
• Responsible for providing shift turnovers and reports of sufficient detail to ensure open issues receive appropriate attention and follow through.

Required Experience, Qualifications, And Education

• Must be a self-starter who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills desirable
• Must have A&P certificate
• High School Diploma or equivalent, college degree preferred
• Minimum 2 years aircraft maintenance control, maintenance supervisor, crew chief, avionics lead or equivalent
• At least 5 years corporate aircraft or regional airline maintenance experience. Specific experience on Citation X, Excel, 560 Series, and/or Challenger 300/350, Challenger 604/605/650, CRJ200, and/or Global 5000VFD/6000VFD, Global 7500, and/or Gulfstream IV/V/450, G280 highly desirable
• Detail-oriented, with excellent organizational and task management skills
• Experience with CAMP, AVTRAK, CMP, JETDOCS, Corridor, EBIS, TRAXXALL or other maintenance specific applications is highly desirable
• Must be a clear and concise verbal and written communicator
• Must be able to work weekends and second or third shift as well as occasional overtime
• Must be able to travel for training or other company requirements
• Must be insurable under company insurance requirements

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• 401(k) plan with generous company match with full and immediate vesting
• PTO Accrual – Increased based on years of service
• Company Paid Life, Short, and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Mental Health Wellness Program
• Empty Leg Flight Benefits & Customized Travel Site with Delta Airlines

Vista Americais an operating partner of Vista – the world’s first private aviation ecosystem, integrating a unique portfolio of companies. Vista has a global workforce of 4,000 aviation professionals and has flown corporations, governments and private clients to 187 countries, covering 96% of the world.

The affiliated operating partners of Vista are equal employment opportunity employers. The affiliated operating partners of Vista do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, mental or physical disability or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. The affiliated operating partners of Vista also prohibit harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.