Aviation Maintenance Manager

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Company Description:

Fly Alliance is a Part 135 and Part 145 industry leading private aviation group specializing in private jet charter, jet card memberships, aircraft sales, management, parts, and maintenance. Dedicated to providing unparalleled luxury, safety, and efficiency in air travel, the company has close to 30 aircraft, 6 offices across the country, and over 200 employees supporting a global operation. Three consecutive years as a top 20 U.S. operator, Fly Alliance continues to redefine the private aviation landscape.

Role Objective:

The Aviation Maintenance Manager oversees and coordinates maintenance operations to ensure aircraft safety, compliance, and operational efficiency. This role involves supervising maintenance personnel, managing schedules, inspecting work quality, and ensuring compliance with aviation regulations and standards.

Essential Job Tasks:

• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of aviation maintenance technicians and other employees, along with assigning tasks and manage daily schedules to ensure efficient operations.
• Oversee and inspect scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, repairs, and modifications on aircraft.
• Collaborate with Fly Alliance Part 135 management, flight operations, scheduling, and other maintenance branches to minimize delays and disruptions to internal fleet.
• Make conscious efforts to grow the third-party maintenance retail work within the Teterboro market and greater NY/NJ area.
• Provide clear communication and updates on maintenance activities and timelines to clients, vendors, and third-party retail operators.
• Act as a liaison between maintenance teams, Jet Aviation, and regulatory authorities regularly and during maintenance events, inspections or audits.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are completed in compliance with FAA/EASA regulations and company policies.
• Coordinate with the maintenance team to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues promptly.
• Enforce adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
• Conduct inspections and audits to ensure aircraft are airworthy and compliant with regulatory standards.
• Maintain proper documentation, including maintenance logs, inspection reports, and certifications.
• Monitor and control maintenance budgets to reduce downtime and costs.
• Support the professional growth of maintenance personnel through guidance and resources.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to team members.

Direct Reports:

• Administrative Assistant
• Maintenance Technicians
• Parts Clerk Associate

Work Environment:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts as needed.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and working in various weather conditions.
• Standing, bending and climbing for extended periods during inspections and repairs.

Requirements:

Competencies:

• In-depth knowledge of FAA/EASA regulations, maintenance practices, and safety standards.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and time-management abilities.
• Proficient in maintenance tracking software and Microsoft Office Suites and Google Workspace.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Work Authorization:

• Must be authorized to work in the United States of America.

Travel:

• Travel will be needed to support and manage AOG work in the greater Northeastern U.S. As well as regular travel to Florida to visit Corporate Headquarters.

Required Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required); Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Maintenance or related field ().
• Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate (required).
• Inspection Authorization (IA) or equivalent certifications ().
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in aviation maintenance, with at least 3-5 years in a supervisory role.
• Hands-on experience with various aircraft systems, components, and troubleshooting.