Senior Component Repair & Overhaul Leader

Western Aircraft, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Aircraft Inc. seeks a Component Repair & Overhaul Manager to lead technicians, equipment, tooling and data for CR&O under 14 CFR Part 145. You will drive quality, efficiency and profitability while coordinating with scheduling, parts and MRO teams and external partners.

The role involves budgeting, project bids, and strategic business development, with travel around 10% and a focus on safety policy adherence and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of experience in general aviation or related field.
• Minimum three (3) years of leadership experience in aviation maintenance or component repair.
• Thorough knowledge of aircraft component repair, overhaul, production, and manufacturing operations.
• Familiarity with FAA regulations, industry vendors, and current procedures for efficient component repair.
• Ability to develop and justify capital expenditures, budgets, and business plans.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely delivery of component repairs and overhauls in compliance with 14 CFR Part 145.
• Prepare, manage, and monitor budgets, project bids, and forecasts.
• Maintain quality standards while ensuring departmental profitability.
• Coordinate with Scheduling, Parts, and MRO departments, as well as external vendors, to ensure efficient repair flow.
• Provide timely and accurate updates regarding component repair status to customers and internal stakeholders including teardown reports, turn-around time, and technical issues.
• Ensure proper documentation of customer approvals and prepare accurate customer invoices.
• Directly supervise assigned technicians within the Component Shop.
• Motivate, mentor, train, discipline, and conduct annual performance evaluations for direct reports.
• Manage equipment, tooling and technical data associated with CR&O activities.
• Verify the accuracy and timely completion of all work orders.
• Ensure proper handling, care, and protection of all customer property.
• Promote and enforce all company and regulatory safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and efficient shop environment.
• Provide input on business models and business development for CR&O activities.
• Participate in internal and external audits as required.
• Travel 10%
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership experience

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aviation or related field

FAA A&P certification (preferred)

Job description

Western Aircraft Inc. seeks a Component Repair & Overhaul Manager to lead technicians, equipment, tooling and data for CR&O under 14 CFR Part 145. You will drive quality, efficiency and profitability while coordinating with scheduling, parts and MRO teams and external partners.

The role involves budgeting, project bids, and strategic business development, with travel around 10% and a focus on safety policy adherence and regulatory compliance.