POSITION SUMMARY
Position manages, plans and coordinates the maintenance activities relating to an assigned project. Position will have strong ‘interface’ and contact with the customer representative(s).
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for the safety of the crew, the quality of the product and on-time delivery of aircraft assigned to manage.
- Comply with repair station procedures (RSM /QCM/CASS) and company policies (SOP) when performing aircraft or component maintenance
- Responsible for all pre-planning of the specific project(s) assigned.
- Responsible for arrival and timely departure of the aircraft.
- Coordinate with the customer representatives for the timely delivery of customer documents, materials, or other items as required during the maintenance visit.
- Coordinate the activities of hangar maintenance personnel, to include : support shops and inspection in order to maintain a plan of progress leading to a scheduled completion date.
- Assisting, as necessary, with parts ordering, estimating of tasks, obtaining customer approvals, updating and distributing aircraft status reports, and following up on parts issues and any outside services as needed/required.
- Participate in developing the final documentation packages for the customer, and reconciling company documents for the purpose of determining the final billing for the project.
- Responsible for oversight of all hangar activities such as employee safety, hazmat material handling, and proper use of PPE and facility equipment.
- Ensures that necessary tooling and/or equipment is available to accomplish the assigned project/task.
- Provide daily, weekly and/or over-all project status updates in a professional manner to senior management and/or customer.
- Responsible for accuracy of time and attendance/personal leave and billing tasks to customers
- Position will require the implementation and involvement with yearly employee evaluation process ; merit and/or 90 day evaluation.
- Submit engineering request as required.
- Accomplishing other duties assigned by VP or Op’s and/or Sr. Manager, Hangar Operations.
- Recommend specific training for employee personnel and help determine attendees.
- Review SOP’s for accuracy within every 2 years as required by SOP 1.1
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Education:
- High School/ GED
- REQUIRES a valid A&P Licence
- Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Aviation, or related field preferred.
Experience:
- Generally 2-4 years or more of prior experience in an Assistant Project/Program Manager Role.
- Experience on regional aircraft; proficient on assigned aircraft types; must be trained on customer procedures and paperwork, proficient and show demonstrated skill using customer manual system; has strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- Prefer 3+ years in a previous leadership role; leading a crew/team of 8+.
- Ideal candidate will have previous and strong skills dealing with customer/vendor relations.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Comprehension and understanding of broad practices associated within the Project/Program Management Fields.
- Applies these understandings towards the complete management and execution of all Project/Program Life Cycle
- Knowledge of FAA regulations & safety protocols, knowledge of use of hand tools and precision instruments;
- Ability to effectively manage and lead others.
- Able to work at a rapid pace while ensuring safety and quality work.
- Ability to inspect aircraft systems, parts/components.
- Strong Microsoft office skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Effective communicator with strong communication skills
- Ability to interpret and comprehend panel chart.
- Has an understanding of tech data and aircraft drawings to locate part numbers and assist in accomplishing repairs.
- Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Working Conditions / Environment/ Special Requirements
- Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations.
- Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts as needed: to include nights, weekends, holidays etc.
- Employees will be subject to the random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations.
- Requires a Valid Driver’s License.
- Must be able to work in hot/Cold – Indoor/Outdoor.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.
- Must be able to do work above head.
- Must be able to work at heights.
- Must be able to work in confined spaces.
- Must be able to climb.
GENERAL COMMITMENT FOR ALL EMPLOYEES
- Commitment to company values and complies with department norms, policies, directives, and procedures.
- Incorporates Lean and P3E processes and concepts into daily activities.
- Strive for continuous improvement to processes and procedures.
- Honors and protects confidential and proprietary documents and information.
- Satisfies work schedule requirements.
- The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee. Performs other duties as assigned.
