Company Overview:
Fly Alliance is a Part 135 and Part 145 industry-leading private aviation group specializing in private jet charter, jet card memberships, aircraft sales, management, parts, and maintenance. Dedicated to providing unparalleled luxury, safety, and efficiency in air travel, the company has close to 30 aircraft, 6 offices across the country, and over 200 employees supporting a global operation. Three consecutive years as a top 20 U.S. operator, Fly Alliance continues to redefine the private aviation landscape.
Role Objective:
The Director of Maintenance is responsible for administering the Part 135 Maintenance Department. This position requires a high level of expertise in aircraft maintenance, regulatory compliance, personnel management, policies, processes, and department standard operating procedures. In conjunction with upper management, the individual will continue the development of policies, procedures, and systems to maximize the utilization of company aircraft.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- The Director of Maintenance (DOM) has operational control and oversight of all maintenance performed on the aircraft operated.
- The DOM will conduct Company business matters with aircraft owners, vendors, clients, employees, and the FAA in support of the Company's business.
- The DOM is directly responsible for the overall performance of all maintenance functions on the aircraft listed on the Company's FAA 14 CFR Part 135 Certificate.
- Ensures that all work performed is done in an acceptable manner and in accordance with 14 CFR Parts 43, 91, 119, and 135, and the Company operations and maintenance
- Oversight to ensure the Maintenance Controllers coordinate with maintenance vendors when maintenance is being performed on Company aircraft.
- Ensure the required ground support equipment necessary for maintenance is secured and coordinated as needed.
- Establish and maintain a liaison with regulatory authorities, aircraft manufacturers, and repair/ overhaul vendors regarding rules, regulations, recurring deficiencies, contract maintenance providers, and recommendations for improvement of service.
- Directs, coordinates, reviews, and evaluates the productivity of maintenance department personnel to ensure that maintenance activities are conducted safely, on time, and within the allocated.
- Assist in the oversight, review, and tracking of the monthly budget for each aircraft as it pertains to maintenance costs.
- Must be highly knowledgeable of the Aircraft Manufacturers' Maintenance Manuals, Company Operations Specifications, CFRs, and applicable portions of the Company.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the President of Maintenance.
- May delegate functions and duties to other qualified persons, however, such delegation does not relieve the Director of Maintenance of overall responsibility.
Work Conditions & Physical Requirements:
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
- High organizational, time management, and logic skills required
- Ability to work at a desk in an office environment for extended periods of time
- Availability during nights, weekends, & holidays as needed. Must be capable of maintaining a flexible schedule, including the willingness to occasionally work extended hours as per project demands and organizational needs.
Travel:
Direct Reports:
- This role has direct reports.
Compensation:
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Medical including Health, Dental, and Vision
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Profit Sharing Opportunity