Aviation Maintenance Manager

Job Description

MRO&U Operations Manager 

Summary

The Operations Manager, MRO&U (Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul & Upgrade) Services is responsible for all Third-party aircraft maintenance-related product support functions for PKMM, Inc. The position will have Sarasota-based Maintenance Supervisors as direct reports as well as dotted line reporting from our Aircraft Maintenance Controllers residing at our Sarasota, FL facility.

Responsibilities

Will be responsible for the Maintenance Department and all technical personnel along with all Operations conducted by the MRO&U Service Center by overseeing the daily operations of the maintenance department by:

• Ensuring and monitoring the quality of work performed by all maintenance employees.
• Assisting in developing capital and operating budgets.
• Ensuring all aircraft maintenance is scheduled and completed timely and efficiently.
• Ensuring adequate resources are available to:
• Comply with Federal, State, and Local Regulations.
• Maintain trained staffing levels commensurate with operations conducted.
• Acquire and maintain adequate, Housing, Material, Equipment/Tooling, Technical Data
• Soliciting feedback from staff for the development of new concepts regarding procedures, facility improvements, processes, and information to ensure customer satisfaction and business goals are met.

Additional duties will also include:

• Monitor and maintain the budget for manpower requirements.
• Review applications, interview candidates and approves the hiring of technicians and support staff as needed.
• Will be required to perform hands-on maintenance on managed and transient aircraft through the initial growth phase.
• Will be required to schedule and plan maintenance for managed and transient aircraft.
• May delegate all duties assigned; however, such delegation does not relieve overall responsibilities.

Key Performance Indicators

• Meet budgeted Sales and Revenue for MRO&U Service Center.
• Meet budgeted expenses for the maintenance department.
• Meet budgeted EBITDA and Gross Margin for Aircraft Maintenance business line.
• Meet defined Customer Service Metrics.
• Meet defined Safety metrics for the business line and other KPIs as identified.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Aviation Management preferred.

Experience
Must have 5 years of Supervisory experience.
Minimum of 5 to 7 years of MRO management with a business aviation company required.
Minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience in corporate aviation maintenance required.

Skills and Abilities

• Develop and implement a development plan to sustain growth and profitability
• Project Planning and Pipeline Management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to establish sound business relationships with business jet OEM’s
• Assist with PKMM, Inc. strategic planning and execution
• Demonstrated experience in understanding and exceeding customer expectations in an MRO operations or production environment
• Knowledge and experience in Part 145 Repair Station

Benefits

PKMM, Inc. offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(K) and more to employees in full-time positions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

All applicants must submit to a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Positions in this classification are considered safety-sensitive under DOT/FAA drug and alcohol regulation.

About PKMM, Incorporated

PKMM Incorporated offers a full range of services to government programs, aerospace & defense and diverse industries around the world. Drawing upon more than 28 years of experience and the expertise of our employees, PKMM, Inc. possesses the versatility & flexibility to serve as the sole supplier, member of a joint venture, a subcontractor, or contract services locally. No matter how challenging a project or how remote, extreme, & dangerous, PKMM brings an unmatched combination of knowledge, skill, experience, & customer commitment to every job.

PKMM, Inc.

Salary : $60,000 - $112,000