Repair Service Specialist (US) (2547)

VSE Aviation, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

VSE Aviation, Inc. in Davie, FL is seeking a Repair Operations Manager to oversee engine repair processes within Commercial Inventory Services. You will ensure efficient repairs, manage vendors, and uphold quality standards to drive customer satisfaction.

The role requires strong aviation regulatory knowledge, excellent communication, and leadership to guide repair administrators. Travel may be required based on business needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 3 additional years of related work experience.
• 4 years of relevant/technical work experience.
• Strong knowledge of aviation regulations and safety procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in mathematical calculations (discounts, percentages, proportions).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and approve/reject quotes from repair vendors.
• Review repair requests and authorize repair orders.
• Ensure inventory updates upon receipt of repaired parts.
• Analyze department reports and issue repair orders for materials.
• Lead repair administrators with training and problem solving.
• Travel as needed based on business needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Aviation regulations

Vendor management

Negotiation

Communication

Mathematical calculations

Problem solving

Collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Experience in lieu of degree

Job description

Job Location: Davie, FL 33314. Position Type: Full Time. Job Category: Non DOT - Safety Sensitive Position.

Manage and oversee the repair process for engines in the Commercial Inventory Services department. Ensure efficient repair operations, vendor management, and adherence to quality standards. Drive continuous improvement and optimize customer satisfaction.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Evaluate and approve/reject/negotiate quotes from repair vendors, making informed decisions on parts disposition.
• Review repair requests, authorize repair orders based on inventory availability and quote history, select repair vendors based on turnaround time and pricing, and ensure accurate inventory updates upon receipt of repaired parts.
• Analyze department reports, open sales reports, and open repair order reports; issue repair orders for required material; expedite to track sold items and maintain up-to-date records.
• Manage the repair aspects of special projects and programs, ensuring that parts, pricing and turnaround time times meet program requirements.
• Review and address recurring discrepancies with repair vendors regarding parts placed in quarantine to ensure compliance.
• Review and approve invoices from repair vendors, request credits as needed.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the repair administrators, including training, work allocation and problem solving.
• Travel as needed based on business needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree
• OR an additional 3 years of specific work experience in lieu of degree.
• 4 years of relevant/technical work experience.
• Strong knowledge of aviation agencies regulations and ability to interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in mathematical calculations, including discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages and basic algebra and geometry.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities in standardized situations.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with customers, employees and vendors.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong knowledge of FAA/JAA regulations and ability to interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

OTHER:

• The selected applicant will be subject to a background check and drug testing.