Airplane Maintenance Supervisor
$123,000–$155,000 year
On-siteMarina, California, United States
Job Summary
Manage and develop a team of aircraft maintenance technicians while ensuring fleet airworthiness through scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, and inspections. Conduct maintenance sign-offs, return-to-service approvals, and complete all required documentation in accordance with FAA regulations. Coordinate daily hangar operations, logistics, and site readiness with internal teams and external stakeholders. Oversee aircraft modifications, instrumentation installation, and launch/recovery operations, including pre- and post-flight ground support activities. Uphold rigorous safety and cleanliness standards to maintain a showroom-quality environment. Based in Marina, this role requires domestic travel and extended hours.
Required Qualifications
- Valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate
- 5+ years of relevant aircraft maintenance and inspection experience, including experience with advanced aircraft systems
- 1+ years of demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience in an aviation environment
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, maintenance manuals, and technical documents
- Proficiency with electronic equipment, hand tools, and precision measuring equipment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Basic computer skills and familiarity with maintenance documentation systems
- Willingness to work extended hours
- Willingness to travel domestically as required to support fleet operations
- Must possess a valid passport with no travel restrictions
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Demonstrated proficiency in reading and speaking English
- Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for extended periods throughout the day
- Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands
- Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee, and reach above/below shoulders
- Must be able to lift, push, and pull a minimum of 50 pounds
Desired Qualifications
- FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) certificate
- Experience leading maintenance teams or coordinating field maintenance operations
- Experience managing aircraft logistics and onsite operational support
- Familiarity with electronic aircraft maintenance management (ERP) systems
- Part 135 maintenance experience
- Specific airframe/engine maintenance experience: Cessna 208, Robinson, Cirrus, and/or Rotax systems
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