Maintenance Controller – Aircraft Uptime & 24/7 Ops

Endeavor Air; Minneapolis, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free or reduced-rate travel privileges

Medical and dental plans

401(k) with company match

OPR program

Life and AD&D insurance

Job summary

Endeavor Air seeks a Maintenance Controller in Minneapolis to oversee the repair of aircraft, coordinate with the Operations Control Center, and keep on-time operations safe and compliant.

The role requires FAA A&P certification, 3–5 years as aircraft maintenance technician/supervisor, strong written and oral communication, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for timely, economical repair of aircraft using approved procedures.
• Ensures proper use of the MEL 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

Skills

Communication

Technical interpretation

Attention to detail

Flexible hours

Driver's license

Lifting ability

Team coordination

Education

High School diploma/GED

FAA A&P certificate

Job description

Endeavor Air seeks a Maintenance Controller in Minneapolis to oversee the repair of aircraft, coordinate with the Operations Control Center, and keep on-time operations safe and compliant.

The role requires FAA A&P certification, 3–5 years as aircraft maintenance technician/supervisor, strong written and oral communication, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays in a fast-paced environment.