Aviation 737 Base Maintenance Manager

Weyers Cave, VA, USA

Req #1082

Wednesday, November 6, 2024

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At Dynamic Aviation, we solve unique challenges for our customers with innovative aviation solutions. Our focus is on operations that serve, protect, and enhance the lives of families and communities worldwide. Whether modifying aircraft to help protect our service members overseas, performing geographical mapping for scientific research, or working to suppresslarge wildfires on the West Coast, we serve with integrity and excellence.

Oil Spill Response 737 Maintenance Base Manager

Location: Weyers Cave, VA

Job Description: This role exists to provide leadership and guidance to maintenance personnel, create and sustain successful relationships internally and externally, and provide safe and superior aviation services to customers.

Company Compensation and Perks:

• Full time position

• Comprehensive Benefits offered

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• HSA/FSA

• Life Insurance, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability

• Employee Assistance Program

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Company Wellness Program

• Relocation Assistance

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage & perform all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on assigned aircraft in accordance with the Boeing 737 Maintenance Manual assuring aircraft is available for customer flight missions 24/7/365

• Responsible to the Oil Spill Response Manager for all maintenance activities at base

• Ensure personnel are following policies and procedures, and performing duties in accordance with the GMM & train new mechanics on day-to-day operations

• Ensure the safety and serviceability of all aerospace ground support equipment including scheduled maintenance

• Provide leadership and daily problem solving to direct reports, ensuring they have clear understanding of the project they are working on and remain on task; create the weekly schedule and ensure personnel availability

• Oversee parts inventory to include ordering parts needed for upcoming maintenance and performing regular 30-day inventory checks

• Act as customer service representative with tasks as requested by management/pilots, assist pilots with aircraft launch and recovery

• Communicate critical information to company headquarters, establish relationship with FBO and other service providers

• Responsible for emailing aircraft status, completed maintenance paperwork, and activities via email to applicable distribution list provided by management.

• Adhere to all hazmat requirements per base guidelines to include training all new hire mechanics on hazmat guidelines and scheduling regular waste oil pick-up in collaboration with the local FBO as needed

• Ensure base needs are communicated to the appropriate manager, including: hiring needs, tooling, training, materials pertinent to operations, etc.

• Communicate quality needs with the Director of Quality (DOQ) and appropriate manager to ensure quality of maintenance is kept at an acceptable level

• Maintain familiarity with operating manuals, FAA regulations and standards, aircraft maintenance manuals, company policies, and procedures

• Work closely with Maintenance Control on technical issues

• Responsible for preparation and performance to departmental budgets

• Responsible for completing expense reports in a timely manner < 14 days

• Assist the Base Manager as needed

• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required

• FAA A&P certificate required

• Minimum of 5 years aircraft experience of Boeing 737 or like series aircraft experience required

• Avionics/electrical knowledge preferred

• Prior aviation maintenance management experience preferred

• Ability to lead a group of mechanics and build relationships to complete projects in a given timeframe

• Ability to multitask well in a fast-paced work environment

• Valid US Passport

• Willing and able to be on call evenings and weekends as needed

• Good teamwork, strong initiative, communication, problem solving, customer service and decision-making skills

• Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word and Outlook

• Ability to travel away from home location for 30 days based on customer needs (longer if needed) if activated for an oil spill

• Ability to:

• Crawl in and out of tight spaces

• Comfortably work at elevated heights of at least 40 feet for extended periods of time

• Lift, balance and carry 75 lbs.

• Work in enclosed hangars and exterior weather conditions

• Work in austere and confined conditions

It is the policy of Dynamic Aviation to prohibit and eliminate discrimination on grounds of race, color, religion, sex, (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristics protected by law. It is also Dynamic Aviation's policy to provide equal employment for all and comply with any affirmative action obligations pursuant to the Federal Executive Orders, 11246 and 11375, as amended.

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• Weyers Cave, VA, USA