Maintenance Controller (Aircraft)

Insight Global; Illinois; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Profit sharing

Paid time off and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Wellness programs

Airline travel benefits

Job summary

Insight Global is looking for a Station Production Controller in Chicago, IL to manage aircraft maintenance activities effectively. This role requires 5–7 years of A&P experience and an FAA A&P certificate, focusing on both office-based and airport tasks. Responsibilities include coordinating maintenance, leading daily meetings, and communicating crucial updates to ensure efficiency. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, 401(k), profit sharing, and airline travel perks.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years A&P Experience in aircraft maintenance required.
• FAA A&P Certificate is a regulatory requirement.
• Must possess strong problem-solving and prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the operational conductor for all station maintenance activities.
• Coordinate scheduled and unscheduled tasks and required resources.
• Lead daily station meetings, directing staff on priorities.

Skills

A&P Experience (aircraft maintenance)

FAA A&P Certificate

Excellent communication skills

Problem solving

Operational decision-making

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Position: Station Production Controllers (Maintenance Controller)- Aircraft Maintenance

Duration: PERM

Location: On-site in Chicago, IL (no hybrid/remote)

Schedule: Fluctuating; Day and Night shifts. Potential for weekends and/or holidays. 12 hour shifts, 4 days on + 4 days off

Must-Haves:

• 5–7 years A&P Experience (aircraft maintenance; can be a lead, supervisor, or senior)
• FAA A&P Certificate (regulatory requirement)
• Excellent communication skills — must act as station “conductor”
• High school diploma
• Valid driver’s license or passport
• Ability to pass required background checks and TSA Security Threat Assessment (STA) in order to obtain an airport SIDA badge
• Strong problem solving, prioritization, and operational decision-making

Plusses:

• Experience leading a team or supervising support with aircraft maintenance

Day-to-Day:

• Act as the operational “conductor” for all station maintenance activities
• Coordinate scheduled & unscheduled tasks and required resources
• Lead daily station meetings, directing staff on priorities and workflow
• Maintain and update the Line Status Sheet Report
• Align work with fleet routing, maintenance plan, and commercial requirements
• Stage all parts/tooling/manpower before aircraft arrival
• Monitor aircraft arrival/departure times, gate/stand constraints, ground handling
• Maintain station capability data (skills, tooling, man‑hours, shift coverage)
• Adjust workloads based on production capacity, forecasts, and real-time events
• Communicate changes and maximize downtime for defect resolution
• Support OOS aircraft recovery planning
• Ensure compliance with FAA and internal requirements
• Prepare and deliver station performance metrics

Job Description:

The Station Production Controller is responsible for coordinating all maintenance activity at the Chicago station, ensuring aircraft are serviced safely, efficiently, and in alignment with Atlas Air’s operational objectives. Acting as the key communicator and workflow manager, this role orchestrates maintenance tasks, aligns staffing and resources, and drives decision-making in a time‑critical environment. The position is 90% office‑based and 10% at the airport, requiring close coordination with MCC, Planning, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Ground Services to maintain station readiness and support aircraft reliability.

Benefits Include:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, profit sharing, paid time off and holidays, life and disability insurance, wellness programs, and airline travel benefits including ID90 and ZED fares for employees and eligible family members.