Shift Mgr - Aircraft Mtc

United Airlines; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 112,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

Disability insurance

Parental leave

401(k)

Flight privileges

Job summary

United Airlines is seeking a maintenance supervision lead within its Technical Operations group. You will supervise on-shift maintenance functions, ensuring compliance with schedules, regulations, and manufacturer procedures.

You will assign staff and drive productivity while maintaining safety and cost controls. The role requires FAA A&P certification, 5+ years in aircraft maintenance with at least 2 years in management, and strong regulatory knowledge.

Qualifications

• FAA A&P certificate required.
• 5+ years in aircraft maintenance with 2+ years in a supervisory/management role.
• Strong knowledge of FAA regulations and maintenance operations.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate maintenance functions on shift to meet schedules and regulatory requirements.
• Assign supervisory and technician staff to maximize productivity and control costs.
• Provide leadership to the on-shift workforce and ensure resources are available.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Maintenance operations

Education

FAA A&P Certificate

Some college aviation/business

Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation/Engineering or related

Job description

Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world using our extensive route network.

Come join us to create what’s next. Let’s define tomorrow, together.

Description

At United, we have some of the best aircraft in the world. Our Technical Operations team is full of aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that help make sure they’re well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you’re ready to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape.

Job overview and responsibilities

Responsible for the supervision and coordination of all maintenance functions on shift at the assigned location ensuring these activities are performed in accordance with schedule requirements and in compliance with all established Company, regulatory and manufacturers procedures. Assigns Supervisory, technician and related personnel in accordance with requirements to achieve maximum productivity and cost control.

• Provide leadership and direction to on shift labor workforce to maximize productivity and output in accordance with collective bargaining agreements where applicable whilst ensuring necessary resources are available
• Build / reinforce a fair and respectful work environment through consistent application of CBA work rules and company policies
• Execute station performance goals and objectives aligning with divisional and company goals. Maintain a high level of awareness of operational, safety and human resource related performance objectives
• Oversee safety and security of aircraft and operations to ensure regulatory compliance of technical operations activities
• Maintain a high level of communication with employee groups within the station
• Report status of operations, highlighting significant events to leadership whilst providing direction to assigned station personnel to ensure station and divisional objectives are achieved

Qualifications

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• Some college level aviation or business related classes/training or comparable work experience
• FAA A&P Certificate
• 5 years in the aircraft maintenance industry with a minimum 2 years in management involving a leadership role
• Extensive knowledge of aircraft maintenance operations and applicable FAA regulations
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation Management, Business, Engineering, or related field, or comparable experience
• 2 years in a leadership role within a maintenance organization including a unionized labor workforce
• A proven successful track record.
• Strong background and technical knowledge on fleet types operated and maintenance programs

The base pay range for this role is $112,480.00 to $146,540.00.

The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.

You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits:

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• accident & disability
• parental leave
• employee assistance program
• commuter
• paid holidays
• paid time off
• 401(k)
• flight privileges

United Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation, contact [e-mail]