Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor jobs in Meridian, MS

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Perform all duties of the job classification.
Manage all aspects of aircraft maintenance and ensure all work is scheduled and performed in a safe and efficient manner.
Effective leadership and interpersonal skills with an ability to supervise a team.
Excellent communication, organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.
Supervise maintenance staff, which includes reviewing employee performance, addressing personnel issues, generating assignments, and setting priorities.
Perform off-site service on assigned detachments.
Instruct assigned employees on proper maintenance methods and procedures as required.
Enforce Foreign Object Debris (FOD), hazardous waste, and tool control programs.
Assist as directed to ensure safety, security, and preservation of Government/Company-owned equipment.
Comply with all established general and industrial safety rules and regulations as applicable to the contract, facilities, and job assignment.
Perform other related duties as required.

Qualification Standards:

Satisfactory completion of specialized aircraft maintenance "A" Schools, or equivalent. FAA A and P License desired, but not required.
The Maintenance Supervisor shall possess an extensive background in the field of aircraft maintenance and material support with a minimum of:
High school diploma or equivalent with 12 years experience within the last 15 years in direct aircraft maintenance repair, inspection, and modification, nine (9) years must be related exempt experience, OR, Associates degree with eight (8) years exempt experience, OR Bachelor’s degree with 4 years experience. Of the 12 years experience in aircraft maintenance, six (6) years shall be in a supervisory position that included responsibility for assigning program workloads as well as duties for entire shifts, OR four (4) years, OR two (2) years experience, relative to the above schooling.

The Maintenance Supervisor must have experience supervising daily flight operations personnel supporting scheduled and unscheduled maintenance. The Supervisor must be knowledgeable of the OPNAVINST 4790.2 series; be knowledgeable of NALCOMIS operating procedures; be knowledgeable of basic supply procedures and possess a working knowledge of applicable aircraft.

The Maintenance Supervisor shall have experience writing with clarity and technical accuracy and must have experience in corrosion detection, treatment, and protection. Must have a valid state driver's license; must be able to obtain and maintain required clearance.

As a government contractor, Vertex Aerospace requires all employees to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment in accordance with Executive Order 14042. Exceptions to this policy are granted on a case-by-case basis for those that request a religious or medical accommodation. A vaccination status form and proof of vaccination, if applicable, are required.

Physical Demands:

This classification activity is usually accomplished in an office/hangar environment and as such requires the scope of physical movements and postures normally associated with office/hangar activities.  May be required to lift objects whose weight normally will not exceed 50 pounds.  Special vision abilities required to perform this job are close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus.

Work Environment:

The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, to an environment where inclement weather may subject individuals to severe changes of temperature, wind, rain, etc.  May be required to work in areas where high noise hazards prevail.  May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles.  May be exposed to electrical shock hazards.

Licensing/Certification Requirements:

•Formal or Specialized Training/Equivalent
•Hazardous Waste Communications Training
•FOD and TCP Awareness Trained
•Security Clearance Awareness Training
•OPNAV INST 4790.2 Program Awareness
•ISO 9001-2000 Program Awareness
•NALCOMIS System Trained
•Valid State Drivers License
•FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License (desired by not required)
•Egress System Checkout Certified
•Aircraft Towing Certified
•Plane Captain Certified
•Operational Risk Management (ORM) Training
•Release Aircraft Safe for Flight

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• Benefits include the following:
• Healthcare coverage
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off, including holidays
• Learning and Development resources
• Employee assistance resources
• Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

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