Material Controller

Air Belgium SA; Town of Belgium (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Correct and modern compensation package

Embedded in a team of aviation enthusiasts

Job summary

A global logistics and air cargo company in the United States seeks a Maintenance Manager to ensure reliability and operational efficiency of their fleet. The ideal candidate will have EASA certification and 5-8 years of experience in aviation Maintenance & Engineering. Responsibilities include overseeing maintenance operations, resolving aircraft defects, and fostering collaboration within teams. This role offers a chance to impact the work environment positively and be part of a vibrant team of aviation enthusiasts.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in aviation Maintenance & Engineering.
• Proven leadership in managed service environment.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance contracts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contracted maintenance activities.
• Lead and develop maintenance teams.
• Monitor and resolve aircraft defects.
• Track and analyse maintenance KPIs.

Skills

Leadership in aviation maintenance

Knowledge of EASA regulations

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Fluent in English

Education

EASA Part 66 or ICAO Type II certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Operational home base: any airport within a 150km radius from our Headquarter

Since 1978, our Group has been constantly growing and innovating to offer its customers increasingly efficient maritime, land, air, and logistics solutions. Driven by a strong desire to design ever more effective solutions to serve a world in motion, the CMA CGM Group has built a comprehensive global transport network. In May 2025, Air Belgium became part of this dynamic, strengthening the Group’s air cargo capabilities.

Founded in 2016 with headquarters in Mont-Saint-Guibert, Belgium, Air Belgium now focuses exclusively on cargo operations out of Belgian airports carried out on its own behalf and on behalf of third-party customers via ACMI and charter. Currently operating a fleet of 2 Boeing 747-8 aircraft primarily serving routes to China and destinations worldwide, Air Belgium is poised for growth with plans to expand its fleet in 2027, further reinforcing the CMA CGM Group’s position as a leading player in global air freight.

Your Role:

As Maintenance Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety, reliability, and operational efficiency of Air Belgium’s fleet. Reporting directly to the Technical & Maintenance Director, you will oversee contracted maintenance activities, ensuring all service providers meet the highest standards of quality and performance. You will lead the Maintenance Coordination Centre, Technical Representatives, Procurement and Logistics teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement to guarantee optimal aircraft availability and technical dispatch reliability.

What are you going to do?

• Lead day-to-day maintenance operations, ensuring the fleet meets technical dispatch reliability and on-time performance targets.
• Monitor and resolve aircraft defects efficiently, keeping MEL interval extensions to a minimum.
• Build strong collaboration with internal teams (Flight Operations, Safety, Compliance, Ground Operations) and external maintenance partners.
• Supervise contracted maintenance providers, ensuring service quality, regulatory compliance, and contract performance.
• Review maintenance costs and invoices, supporting the Technical Director with budgeting and cost-control measures.
• Participate in negotiations for line, base, and component maintenance contracts to secure quality service and competitive pricing.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team of Technical Representatives, Material Controllers, and Maintenance Control Centre Coordinators.
• Ensure clear objectives, regular performance reviews, and a strong focus on teamwork, service excellence, and accountability.
• Track and analyse maintenance KPIs (e.g., technical dispatch reliability, aircraft availability, MEL performance, and AOG recovery) to drive continuous improvement.
• Guarantee that all maintenance agreements and procedures meet contractual, regulatory, and quality standards.
• Manage special technical or operational projects as assigned by the Technical Director.

What are we looking for?

• Certified professional in aircraft maintenance (EASA Part 66 or ICAO Type II).
• 5–8 years of experience in aviation Maintenance & Engineering, with proven leadership in a managed service environment.
• Strong knowledge of EASA regulations, maintenance contracts, and service level management.
• Skilled negotiator with solid financial and administrative acumen.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building trust and collaboration across multicultural teams.
• Analytical, structured, and flexible, with the ability to work under pressure and deliver results.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); additional languages are an asset.
• Proficient in MS Office and comfortable with maintenance management systems.

Join Air Belgium on this exciting journey as part of the global CMA CGM Group!

What we offer

Next to a correct and modern compensation package – the ability to work in an airline environment where you can have impact and will be embedded in a team of aviation enthusiasts. Visit our website and learn more about Air Belgium’s unique positioning in the airline industry.