Maintenance Operations Manager

T Wright Corp; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401K with Employer Match and Profit Sh

Health and Wellness Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Referral Program

Competitive Pay

Recognition

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Job summary

Curtiss‑Wright Fleet Solutions in Chula Vista, CA, seeks a Maintenance Operations Manager to coordinate on-site and off-site MRO tasks, manage personnel and resources, and drive safety, quality, and cost initiatives. The role supports sales proposals, program management teams, and inventory management.

Candidate must have 8–12 years in related technical roles, a US citizenship with security clearance ability, and an engineering- or maintenance-focused degree or higher.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of maintenance, facilities, manufacturing, or related technical experience.
• Must be a US Citizen and capable of obtaining and maintaining security clearance.
• Associate’s degree, or higher, in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, Maintenance, or equivalent.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and hydraulic diagrams.
• Lift up to 50 pounds, access tight spaces, and climb ladders.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Learn and understand functionality of simple and complex equipment.
• Support mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting on various equipment.
• Coordinate maintenance, repair, and overhaul operations per technical specs and manuals.
• Review technical blueprints, drawings, and sketches; complete required reports and documentation.
• Manage technicians and maintenance operations for production, test, facility, and support equipment.
• Establish and improve preventive maintenance programs, procedures, schedules, and performance measures.
• Oversee spare parts inventory, maintenance documentation, and resource planning.

Skills

MRO knowledge

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Electrical schematics

Mechanical drawings

Hydraulic diagrams

Troubleshooting

Communication

Reading blueprints

Education

Associate’s degree or higher in Engineering/Engineering Technology/Manufacturing/Maintenance or equivalent

Tools

Oracle ERP

MS Office

Job description

We are looking for a Maintenance Operations Manager to join our Fleet Solutions team in Chula Vista, CA.

As a Maintenance Operations Manager, you will support and coordinate day‑to‑day operations focused on, but not limited to, the following:

• Onsite and Offsite maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) tasks
• Manages personnel and resources to support open project and order execution
• Leads and supports safety program activities
• Supports cross‑functional team operations and events
• Supports quality, delivery, cost initiatives across the business
• Monitors and maintains workforce training and development requirements

The Maintenance Operations Manager will work closely with members of other Fleet Solutions departments to understand dynamic project/task obligations, coordinate personnel and equipment resources in response to project requirements, and ensure maintenance operations are in line with quality, traceability, and performance expectations, compliant with internal and external work standards. The ideal candidate shall demonstrate great attention to detail, a data driven mentality, and an experienced understanding of dynamic MRO work environments supporting the maritime industry. The role provides technical support to various business processes such as sales proposals, program management project teams, and inventory management.

Location: Chula Vista, CA (on‑site)

Salary: $108,900 to $145,200

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in CA. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We Take Care of Our People

• Paid Time Off
• 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Referral Program
• Competitive Pay
• Recognition
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenge

• Learn and understand functionality of simple and complex equipment.
• Support mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting on various equipment.
• Support task execution on equipment installed on both commercial and non-commercial (i.e., Naval) vessels.
• Maintain a professional and task oriented mentally while executing duties.
• Support maintenance, repair, and overhaul operations in accordance with technical specifications and manuals.
• Review and understand technical blueprints, drawings, and/or sketches.
• Complete required reports and test documentation to support project deliverables.
• Manage technicians and maintenance operations responsible for repairing and maintaining production, test, facility, and support equipment.
• Establish and improve preventive maintenance programs, procedures, schedules, and performance measures.
• Manage training, workforce development, staffing, and performance of maintenance personnel.
• Oversee spare parts inventory, maintenance documentation, and resource planning.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Safety teams to improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and support manufacturing objectives
• Ability to comply with governing industry standards while performing duties.
• Ability to travel and work overtime.

What You Bring

• 8–12 years of maintenance, facilities, manufacturing, or related technical experience.
• Must be a US Citizen and capable of obtaining and maintaining security clearance.
• Associate’s degree, or higher, in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, Maintenance, or equivalent.
• Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of formal degree.
• Basic shop skills and understanding of common manual and powered tools.
• Hands‑on technical capability and desire to understand mechanical equipment functionality.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and hydraulic diagrams.
• Understanding of mechanical inspection and alignment practices on heavy machinery equipment, final diagnoses, and the proposed corrective action plan in accordance with manuals and other repair documentation.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, able to go into tight access, and be able to go up and down ladders to access equipment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multi‑task coordination skills.
• Strong people leadership experience.
• Ability to understand and execute work under emergent and strict scheduling deadlines.
• Knowledge of MS office tools/programs
• Experience in Ship Repair and/or Technical Service Industry
• Experience using Oracle ERP system.

This position may require exposure to information, which is subject to US export control regulations, i.e. the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of U.S. regulations.

Curtiss‑Wright values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Who We Are

Our Values

Environmental, Social and Governance

Curtiss‑Wright Fleet Solutions

Curtiss‑Wright Fleet Solutions is comprised of three service centers that focus on the US Navy fleet support and maintenance market. The Fleet Solutions group provides turnkey overhaul / repair, testing, and parts sales for air compressors, main propulsion steam turbines, valves, steam turbine generators, auxiliary turbines, dehydrators, pumps, strainers, PLCs, blowers, and water purification.

For more information, please visit us at https://www.cw-ems.com/fleet-solutions/default.aspx

• Please note, benefits are country specific and may vary from location to location.

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export‑controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export‑controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss‑Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.

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If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.