The Maintenance Supervisor provides direct leadership to Lead Mechanics and technicians while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for overseeing aircraft maintenance operations and supervising assigned maintenance personnel to ensure all work will be perform safely, efficiently, and in compliance with FAA regulations, Repair Station procedures, customer requirements, and company standards. Working closely with Project Management, Quality, Planning, Engineering, Materials, and Production teams, the Maintenance Supervisor is accountable for workforce leadership, schedule execution, labor-utilization, safety performance, quality standards, and on-time aircraft delivery.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
· Direct and supervise aircraft maintenance activities during assigned shifts.
· Ensure all maintenance activities in accordance with:
· FAA regulations
· Repair Station Manual (RSM)
· Company policies and procedures
· Approved technical data
· Customer requirements
· Support aircraft maintenance projects to achieve on-time delivery commitments.
· Prioritize maintenance activities and labor assignments to maximize efficiency and productivity.
· Forecast workload requirements for the upcoming 48-hour operational period.
· Coordinate daily work plans with Project Managers and Lead Mechanics.
· Monitor project progress and identify risks that may impact schedule, budget, quality, or aircraft delivery.
· Review planned versus actual accomplishments for each shift and implement corrective actions when required.
· Ensure labor hours are properly allocated by mechanics efficiently assigned to productive work.
· Assist with aircraft delivery readiness and turnover activities.
Project Coordination and Schedule Management
· Collaborate with Project Managers to develop and execute aircraft maintenance schedules.
· Provide daily updates regarding:
o Planned labor hours
o Actual labor hours and variances
o Open and completed routine work cards
o Open and completed non-routine findings
o Parts shortages
o Engineering support requirements
o Extended elapsed-time tasks
o Potential schedule impacts
· Monitor work packages and identify tasks exceeding established labor estimates.
· Assist Project Managers with customer communications related to maintenance progress and schedule changes.
· Support service order closeout and billing objectives following aircraft departure.
Leadership and Employee Development
· Supervise, mentor, coach, and develop Lead Mechanics and maintenance personnel.
· Conduct shift meetings and communicate operational priorities, safety topics, and company initiatives.
· Support employee recruitment activities, including interviewing internal and external candidates.
· Conduct employee performance evaluations and provide ongoing coaching and feedback.
· Address performance concerns through corrective action and employee development plans.
· Monitor employee attendance, work habits, and compliance with company policies.
· Ensure employees possess appropriate qualifications, certifications, and training for assigned tasks.
· Promote a culture of professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Safety and Regulatory Compliance
· Promote and enforce a strong safety culture throughout maintenance operations.
· Ensure compliance with:
o FAA regulations
o OSHA requirements
o Environmental regulations
o Company Safety Management System (SMS)
· Conduct toolbox inspections and work area audits.
· Monitor tooling usage and accountability records.
· Identify and mitigate workplace hazards.
· Participate in safety investigations and corrective action implementation.
Quality Assurance and Documentation
· Coordinate with Quality Control and Inspection personnel throughout maintenance projects.
· Ensure all maintenance records, task cards, and documentation is complete accurately and timely.
· Review and audit maintenance paperwork for compliance and completeness.
· Support Engineering by providing accurate technical information for Engineering Service Requests (ESRs).
· Ensure Non-Routine Cards (NRCs) are properly documented and processed.
· Maintain compliance with Repair Station quality standards and customer requirements.
Materials and Resource Management
· Coordinate with Materials, Purchasing, and Supply Chain teams to ensure parts availability.
· Monitor shortages and proactively resolve material-related schedule impacts.
· Assist in controlling labor efficiency and maintenance costs.
· Support inventory accountability and tooling control requirements.
Customer Support
· Interface professionally with customer
Requirements
High School Diploma or GED required.
· Associate degree in Aviation Maintenance, Aviation Management, or related field preferred.
· FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic Certificate.
· Minimum five (5) years of documented aircraft maintenance experience.
· Minimum two (2) years of maintenance leadership, Lead Mechanic, Crew Chief, or supervisory experience preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
· Experience in commercial aircraft heavy maintenance, modifications, or overhaul environments preferred.
· Experience working within FAA Part 145 Repair Station operations preferred.
· Technical Knowledge in FAA Regulations, aircraft maintenance procedures, maintenance planning and scheduling, engineering drawings and blueprints, and labor-utilization and production management.
· Familiarity with Pentagon 2000 or MRO ERP system and well as Microsoft Office tools.
Miscellaneous
Physical Demands · Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and climb for extended periods. · Ability to work in confined spaces, elevated work platforms, and aircraft structures. · Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to fifty (50) pounds, occasional lifting of greater weights with assistance or mechanical devices. · Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment safely and effectively. · Ability to perform repetitive movements involving hands, wrists, and arms. · Ability to distinguish colors and read technical manuals, drawings, and inspection documents. · Ability to work in varying environmental conditions, including exposure to noise, chemicals, vibration, and outdoor weather conditions. · Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and comply with all safety requirements. · Ability to meet the physical requirements necessary to obtain and maintain airport security and operational access credentials. Fitness for Duty Requirement: Due to the safety-sensitive nature of aircraft maintenance operations, incumbents must maintain the physical, sensory, and cognitive capabilities necessary to safely perform the essential functions of the position, including working at heights, in confined spaces, around moving equipment, and in varying environmental conditions. Employees are subject to the requirements of the companys Fitness-for-Duty Program.
About Our Client
Our client is a well-established aviation maintenance provider specializing in heavy commercial aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul services. Their operation supports major commercial aircraft platforms and is known for delivering high-quality maintenance solutions with a strong focus on safety, compliance, and operational excellence.
With a reputation for stability and long-term growth, they offer mechanics the opportunity to work on large-scale commercial projects while building a lasting career in aviation maintenance.
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Job ID
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