Director of Maintenance – Aviation Maintenance Operations

Maintenance Operations Management

• Oversee all maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) activities within an FAA Part 145 Repair Station

• Ensure compliance with 14 CFR Part 145 regulations and established maintenance procedures

• Direct and supervise aircraft modification programs

• Ensure all aircraft modifications meet regulatory, safety, and customer requirements

• Support Part 91 flight operations by ensuring aircraft remain airworthy and available for safe operations

• Manage maintenance schedules and allocate resources to minimize downtime and maximize operational readiness

• Optimize maintenance operations to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and support business growth

Regulatory Compliance and Safety

• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations, including Part 145, Part 135, Part 91, and Part 43 requirements

• Maintain compliance with industry standards, including AS9100 and OEM requirements

• Coordinate with FAA inspectors and regulatory agencies during inspections and audits

• Lead safety initiatives and promote a culture focused on compliance, safety, and environmental responsibility

Team Leadership and Personnel Management

• Supervise maintenance personnel, including scheduling, training, and performance management

• Ensure all maintenance staff maintain the required technical qualifications and regulatory certifications

• Provide coaching, mentorship, and ongoing professional development opportunities

• Recruit, develop, and retain highly skilled maintenance technicians

• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing work environment

• Develop and maintain a professional, clean, and organized maintenance culture

• Develop labor tracking processes and maintain billable labor performance goals

Fleet Maintenance and Aircraft Modifications

• Oversee aircraft maintenance programs and ensure compliance with manufacturer recommendations

• Ensure compliance with service bulletins and airworthiness directives

• Supervise aircraft modification projects while maintaining regulatory compliance and meeting project deadlines

• Maintain accurate and complete maintenance records in accordance with FAA standards

• Support aircraft reliability and minimize operational disruptions

Customer and Stakeholder Communication

• Serve as the primary contact for maintenance-related communication with leadership, customers, and regulatory agencies

• Provide maintenance reports, operational updates, and performance metrics

• Address customer concerns related to aircraft maintenance and modification activities

• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Flight Operations Support

• Collaborate with flight operations teams to minimize maintenance-related flight delays

• Coordinate pre-flight inspections, maintenance scheduling, and post-flight maintenance activities

• Develop and implement maintenance procedures that support FAA Part 91 compliance

• Support fleet availability and aircraft reliability goals

Required Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of aircraft maintenance experience with verifiable hands-on experience as an active aircraft mechanic in a maintenance organization

• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in an aircraft maintenance organization

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an FAA Part 145 Repair Station environment

Required Skills and Certifications

• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification required

• Inspector Authorization (IA) certification preferred

• Thorough knowledge of:

• Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs)

• Aircraft technical bulletins

• Service bulletins

• Airworthiness directives

• Aircraft systems

• Experience with aircraft engineering, modifications, FAA certification, and Supplemental Type Certification (STC) processes

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills

• Proven leadership and team development abilities

• Demonstrated ability to build and sustain a culture of continuous improvement

• Experience interacting with senior-level customers and stakeholders

• Ability to lead and motivate teams in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

Additional Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance

• Participation in a Drug-Free Workplace Drug Testing Program

• Valid driver's license

• Ability to lift and move items weighing more than 50 pounds

• Willingness to travel for audits, inspections, customer visits, and fleet support

• Flexibility to respond to emergencies and unscheduled maintenance activities
• AS9100D Training

• Part 145 Training

• Quality and Technical Training

• Airframe, engine, and licensing training as required

If you have extensive aviation maintenance leadership experience and are ready to lead a high-performing maintenance organization, we encourage you to apply today.