Maintenance Controller

Endeavor Air; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Endeavor Air is seeking a Maintenance Controller responsible for the timely and economical repair of aircraft while ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

The role involves coordinating with the Operations Control Center and maintaining relationships with maintenance personnel. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, FAA certification, and 3-5 years of relevant experience.

This position requires effective communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years working as an aircraft maintenance technician or lead technician.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment handling multiple tasks.
• Must have strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for timely, economical repair of aircraft.
• Coordinates maintenance schedule with Operations Control Center.
• Makes decisions to ensure safe, airworthy aircraft.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to interpret technical manuals

Attention to detail

Analytical decision making

Education

High School graduate/GED equivalent

FAA Airframe and Power Plant certificate

Tools

Personal computer for maintenance programs

Job description

All About Us

The Maintenance Controller has exposure to the overall airline operation. The controller provides technical oversight and coordinates the repair of aircraft, makes decisions associated with maintaining scheduled operations and works directly with operation side of the Operations Control Center. In addition to providing direction for aircraft maintenance, the position interfaces with other departments in addition to Technical Operations providing a solid understanding of the overall airline operation.

All About The Role

• Responsible for timely, economical repair of aircraft using approved procedures
• Ensures proper use of the MEL (Minimum Equipment List) by authorizing MEL deferrals and managing these items for timely closure
• Coordinates with the Operations Control Center the flow of aircraft scheduled to maintenance bases and modifies the daily maintenance schedule in response to unscheduled maintenance events
• Make decisions concerning the course of action required to ensure safe, airworthy aircraft in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Support the Maintenance Department with troubleshooting and repairs at a variety of locations on an infrequent/ special needs basis
• Ensures notification of management personnel in event of accident, incident, or irregular operation
• Establish and maintain a working relationship with maintenance personnel.
• Other duties as assigned
• Must possess the ability to communicate clearly orally and written
• Must be able to use a personal computer for aircraft maintenance related programs and other information technology software
• Must be able to lift items weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Work is performed in an office environment
• Maintenance Control is a fast paced work environment requiring analytical decisions made in a timely manner
• The operation requires 24 hrs/day, 7 days/week coverage
• Requires contact with staff and business relationships including the FAA

All About You

• High School graduate/GED equivalent
• Must hold a current FAA Airframe and Power Plant certificate
• Minimum of 3-5 years working as an aircraft maintenance technician, lead technician or aircraft maintenance supervisor, 5+ years experience preferred
• Ability to interpret technical manuals and schematics
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment handling multiple tasks with a high degree of attention to detail
• Must have strong, clear, concise communication skills
• Available to work nights, weekends, holidays or extra hours when necessary
• Must possess valid driver’s license.

Endeavor Air is an equal opportunity employer (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status.