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Aircraft Maintenance Manager I

Sierra Nevada Corporation
Jacksonville, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 1 Apr 2025

About the role

Are you looking to advance your career and flex your leadership in aviation and aircraft maintenance in a fast-paced and rewarding organization? Join us! As an Aircraft Maintenance Manager II, you will be responsible for planning and scheduling all aircraft repair and maintenance activities and ensuring those activities are performed safely, on-time, and within budget. You'll ensure all foreign object inspections and activities are completed, ensure projects are properly staffed with qualified employees and establish work standards, hours of work and appropriate shifts to be worked to accomplish work on larger programs at one or more geographical locations, which may include overseas locations. You'll also review maintenance delays and system problems in order to suggest improvements to maintenance processes and procedures. You will have overall responsibility for the airworthiness of the fleet and will ensure safe and adequate maintenance is performed at all times with the exception of platform support programs.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Responsibilities:

  • In-House Repair Aircraft Maintenance Manager for the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) contract at SNC is a pivotal role responsible for overseeing the maintenance, repair, and overall airworthiness of CBP’s In-House Repairs of the aircraft fleets, engines, props, flight controls etc.
  • Coordinates maintenance daily with the CBP Aviation Maintenance Officer (AMO).
  • This position requires a comprehensive understanding of Naval Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP), federal regulations and CBP policies to ensure that all (O/I/D) maintenance activities are conducted in compliance with the highest standards of safety and operational readiness
  • The manager will be tasked with planning, coordinating, and supervising all maintenance activities (scheduled and unscheduled), developing and implementing maintenance schedules, and monitoring the performance of maintenance operations to ensure efficiency and effectiveness
  • In addition to maintenance management, the Aircraft Maintenance Manager will be responsible for ensuring compliance with FAA regulations, OSHA and industry standards. Will also include handing of HAZMAT Material.
  • This includes maintaining detailed records of all maintenance work, inspections, and repairs, as well as conducting regular safety audits and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards
  • Manage and expanding in-house component repair at multiple locations.
  • The role also involves supervising maintenance personnel, which includes hiring, training and certifications, as well as evaluating staff, while fostering a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement within the maintenance team
  • The manager will oversee inventory and resource management used for detachments, ensuring that maintenance supplies, parts, and equipment are procured and managed effectively.
  • This includes maintaining proper inventory levels and coordinating with the program Logistics Manager to obtain high-quality parts and services.
  • Budget management is another critical aspect of this role, where the manager will, monitor expenditures, and identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies
  • Finally, the Aircraft Maintenance Manager will oversee the troubleshooting and resolution of technical issues related to aircraft maintenance, providing technical expertise and support to address complex maintenance challenges and implementing corrective actions to improve maintenance processes
  • Plan, coordinate, and oversee all maintenance activities for the CBP's aircraft fleet under this contract. Maintenance includes Scheduled and Unscheduled Maintenance as well as paint and corrosion control on the aircraft including all support equipment.
  • Develop and implement maintenance schedules to ensure timely inspections and repairs
  • Monitor and evaluate the performance of maintenance operations to ensure efficiency and effectiveness
  • Ensure all maintenance activities comply with FAA regulations, CBP policies, and industry standards
  • Maintain detailed records of all maintenance work, inspections, and repairs

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