Senior Maintenance Controller

Socket.dev; Erlanger (KY); On-site; USD 94,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Air Worldwide is seeking a Maintenance Control Specialist to manage and control maintenance operations on a shift basis, ensuring safe, compliant and reliable aircraft operations. This role is the primary contact regarding aircraft out of service status and coordinates with fleet management to develop action plans.

Responsibilities include coordinating maintenance, tooling and parts with vendors and internal departments, reviewing discrepancies, and briefing MCC Duty Manager on status.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to read wiring diagrams, structural repair manuals, maintenance manuals and illustrated parts catalogs.
• Must be proficient with Windows-based software applications.
• Ability to plan, organize, and manage workloads.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates maintenance, tooling and parts support with vendors and internal departments.
• Coordinates with line/major maintenance, engineering and manufacturing representatives on issues.
• Manages repair action plans and ensures timely completion.
• Briefs MCC Duty Manager on status of all aircraft in work on shift.

Skills

Strong communication

Read wiring diagrams

Collaboration & teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

Airframe and Powerplant License

Tools

Windows

Job description

Join Atlas Air Worldwide. Move the World with Us!

At Atlas Air Worldwide, we’re not just an airline, we’re a global engine powering cargo, passenger, and leasing operations across more than 70 countries. As a leader in outsourced aviation logistics, we’re built on a foundation of safety, service excellence, integrity, innovation, teamwork, and responsibility. With over 30 years of history, a modern all-Boeing fleet, and nearly 5,000 teammates collaborating across operations, technical, and corporate functions, we’re driven by purpose.

If you're ready to grow, innovate, and help us deliver excellence every single day, you belong here.

Position Summary

Manages and controls maintenance operations on a shift basis to provide safe, compliant and reliable aircraft operations. Is the primary point of contact regarding aircraft out of service and the current mechanical status of all aircraft in Atlas Air / Polar Air fleets. Focal point within the Global Control Center for all aircraft maintenance related items and provides bidirectional communications to business unit members as required by the general maintenance manual and internal operating procedures. Responsible for reviewing all maintenance discrepancies for operational impact and coordinating with fleet management for the development of action plans.

Major Job Accountabilities

• Coordinates the maintenance, tooling and parts support for all maintenance activities with our vendors and internal departments.


• Coordinates parts and manpower requirements for engine/aircraft repair beyond the capability of contract vendors and monitors repair activities through to completion.


• Coordinates with Line Maintenance, Major Maintenance, Engineering and Manufacturing Representatives concerning aircraft maintenance issues.


• Manages implementation of repair action plans.


• Has the authority to remove an aircraft from service if maintenance work is not satisfactorily completed.


• Provides technical guidance to maintenance personnel and is available for consultation and decisions on technical operational and procedural matters.


• Researches and completes SDR reports and works in conjunction with the FAA liaison to provide follow-up as requested by the FAA.


• Analyzes problem areas and recommends corrective action through technical interaction with maintenance vendors, engineering and flight crews.


• Identifies chronic aircraft problems and develops detailed action plans for their repair.


• Briefs maintenance management on aircraft systems problems and provides corrective action plans.


• Provides sufficient turnover to on-coming personnel so they are familiar with all work in progress and all items requiring follow-up.


• Maintains a shift turnover log of all communications pertaining to out-of-service aircraft and critical or damage events including documentation of aircraft worked during shift


• Maintains a shift turnover log Review prior shift logs and is familiar with previous shift activity


• Travels with the aircraft to gather additional information on aircraft problems as required.


• Briefs MCC Duty Manager and above on status of all aircraft in work on shift.


• Provides job training for Maintenance Control Specialists

Qualifications

• Airframe and Powerplant License required.


• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the airline industry, preferably with wide-body aircraft.


• Strong written and oral communication skills


• Collaboration, Value, and Passion while communicating with personnel and acting on behalf of the company.


• Must have the ability to plan, organize, and administrate workloads


• Ability to stay focused and work under pressure


• Able to read wiring diagrams, structural repair manuals, maintenance manuals and illustrated parts catalogs.


• Minimum of 1 year experience with Microsoft Windows based computer software applications.

Special Demands

• No Travel


• Safety Sensitive


• Shifts: 12 hours - any/all shifts (24/7/365 operation) including holidays

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Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship or employer immigration support either now or in the future.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to afford equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, place of birth, age, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable in accordance with federal, state and local laws.

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Pay Range

$93,875 – $126,625 USD

Competitive compensation will be offered based on a variety of factors, including a candidate's experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity and other factors. In addition, a range of benefits to include medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, as well as generous paid time off, and 401K contributions are offered as a part of the total compensation package.

At Atlas Air Worldwide, we believe in the power of people, the promise of innovation, and the responsibility we hold to each other, to our customers, and to the planet. Join us and be part of a team that lifts more than cargo; we lift ambition.