Technical Services Manager

Careerwebsite; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SOLJETS is seeking a Technical Services Manager to lead aircraft technical due diligence, evaluations, and pre-purchase inspections for transactions. You will coordinate with Sales, vendors, and clients to ensure aircraft meet standards from initial evaluation through delivery.

Ideal candidates have an FAA A&P background or equivalent, 5+ years in aircraft maintenance or technical management, and hands-on knowledge of turbine systems, maintenance programs, and FAA regulations.

Qualifications

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate or equivalent maintenance experience preferred.
• 5+ years in aircraft maintenance or technical management.
• Strong knowledge of turbine aircraft systems, maintenance programs, and FAA regulations.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and aviation maintenance software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee aircraft evaluations and technical due diligence for transactions.
• Coordinate pre-purchase inspections with buyers, sellers, and facilities.
• Manage inventory aircraft maintenance status and readiness.
• Provide technical guidance to the sales team throughout each transaction.
• Stay current on FAA regulations and industry best practices.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Aviation maintenance software

Job description

About SOLJETS

SOLJETS is a dynamic and innovative aviation company dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients. Our team members are passionate and committed to excellence, bringing a sense of adventure and professionalism to everything we do. We are seeking a talented individual to join our team and contribute to our continued success.

The Position

The Technical Services Manager oversees the technical aspects of SOLJETS' aircraft transactions, including aircraft evaluations, pre-purchase inspections, technical due diligence, inventory aircraft, and maintenance coordination. This role works closely with the Sales team to ensure each aircraft meets SOLJETS' standards and client expectations from initial evaluation through delivery.

Primary Responsibilities

Aircraft Evaluations & Technical Due Diligence

• Perform on-site aircraft evaluations, visual inspections, and records reviews.
• Assess aircraft condition, maintenance history, and overall market readiness.
• Identify technical risks and provide recommendations to the Sales and Transaction teams.
• Support aircraft acquisitions and brokerage opportunities through technical due diligence.

Pre-Purchase Inspection Management

• Manage all aspects of the pre-purchase inspection process from scheduling through delivery.
• Serve as SOLJETS' on-site representative during inspections, maintenance events, and test flights.
• Coordinate with buyers, sellers, maintenance facilities, and inspection providers.
• Review inspection findings and assist in resolving technical discrepancies.

Inventory Aircraft Management

• Oversee the maintenance status and readiness of inventory aircraft.
• Coordinate required maintenance, inspections, and repairs.
• Support aircraft demonstrations, deliveries, and acceptance flights.

Technical Support

• Provide technical guidance to the sales team throughout each transaction.
• Research maintenance programs, airworthiness directives, and OEM requirements.
• Build relationships with maintenance facilities, OEMs, and industry partners.
• Stay current on FAA regulations and industry best practices.

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate or equivalent aircraft maintenance experience preferred.
• 5+ years of aircraft maintenance or technical management experience.
• Strong knowledge of turbine aircraft systems, maintenance programs, and FAA regulations.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and aviation maintenance software.