American Airlines

Manager, Aircraft Base Maintenance

American Airlines • $75K — $95K *
Tulsa, OK 74133In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Aeronautics or related field, or equivalent experience/training.
  • 4 years of experience leading supervisory management personnel.
  • Experience in budget understanding, resource forecasting, and workload planning in maintenance environments.
  • 3 years of experience in Aircraft Maintenance Operations or compliance equivalent.

Responsibilities

  • Manage daily production requirements through subordinates.
  • Provide strategic direction for the department.
  • Ensure team compliance with procedures for efficiency and safety.
  • Lead staff to maximize skill utilization and coordinate training enhancements.
  • Conduct regular meetings for business reviews and resolution tracking.
  • Monitor maintenance manpower coordination with program scheduling.
  • Maintain communication among maintenance, engineering, and supply chain groups.

Benefits

  • Travel perks allowing access to 365 destinations across a global network.
  • Health benefits accessible on day one, including virtual doctor visits.
  • Wellness programs to support personal health and development.
  • 401(k) program available upon hire with employer contributions after one year.
  • Additional benefits including employee assistance programs and discounts on various services.
Full Job Description
6/20/26

Location: TUL Mtc & Engr Base (TUL-MNTC)
Cities: Tulsa - OK
Requisition ID: 86339

Job Description

What you'll do

  • Manages the daily Production requirements through subordinates
  • Provides short and long term strategic direction for department
  • Ensures team members are following procedures in order to ensure maximum efficiency, compliance and safety
  • Leads staff to ensure team members skills are utilized to the highest degree possible; leads coordination with Maintenance Training to ensure on-going enhancement of staff and skill set
  • Conducts regular meetings with Business Reviews and Boardwalks to ensure best possible communication, identification, and resolution of action items
  • Monitors the coordination of maintenance manpower requirements overtime and consistency with program scheduling and priorities
  • Maintains effective communication between Maintenance, Engineering, Facilities Maintenance and other Supply Chain groups
  • Ensures development, review and validation of maintenance requirements to ensure appropriate training for maintenance as well as leadership development
  • Ensures all mandatory requirements are scheduled/completed to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the applicable aircraft, component, or engine flow plan as well as the safe operation of the fleet
  • Ensures team members know, understand and are engaged in achieving critical Metrics and key performance indicators
  • Develops LEAN Improvement Strategy
  • Manages hangar-wide flow of maintenance aircraft such as scheduled maintenance, mods and drop-ins by shift
  • Executes manpower deployment and shift production requirements


All you'll need for success

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Aeronautics or related field or equivalent experience/training
  • 4 years experience leading other supervisory management personnel
  • Experience in positions requiring budget understanding, resource forecasting and management and workload planning in maintenance environments
  • 3 years Aircraft Maintenance Operations or compliance equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
  • 5 years leadership experience
  • Lean, Continuous Improvement or Six Sigma experience

Skills, Licenses & Certifications
  • A&P License
  • Knowledge of audit requirements
  • Knowledge of labor reporting and crew utilization
  • Strong interpersonal and PC skills
  • Knowledge of the GPM and SPPM
  • Ability to concurrently manage multiple areas of responsibility.
  • Excellent analytical, organization and planning skills
  • Must pass a background reference check and criminal fingerprint check
  • Ability to work effectively with all levels of team members
  • Some travel may be required


What you'll get

Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:
  • Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
  • Health Benefits: On day one, you'll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that's just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
  • Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself - that's why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
  • 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
  • Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more


About American Airlines

US Airways provides international and domestic air transport in the United States. It is owned by the American Airlines Group. US Airways utilizes a fleet of 343 mainline jet aircrafts, along with 278 regional jet and turbo-prop aircrafts operated by contract and subsidiary airlines under the name US Airways Express. It was originally established as All American Aviation.It operates an airline network with 193 destinations in 24 countries in North America, South America, Europe, and the Middle East. It also operates the US Airways Shuttle, a US Airways brand which provides hourly service between Boston, New York City, and Washington, D.C.As of October 2013, US Airways employed 32,312 people worldwide and operated 3,028 daily flights.US Airways is a member of Oneworld, and it currently operates along with American Airlines as a result of a merge between the two holding companies of these airliners.US Airways was established in 1973. It operates hubs at Charlotte/Douglas International Airport, Philadelphia Inte...

American Airlines Careers

Join the dynamic team at American Airlines, a leader in global aviation and an innovator in the airline industry. With a wide range of job opportunities, American Airlines is the perfect place to advance your career, offering roles that cater to a variety of skills and professional interests. Work You’ll Do At American Airlines, you will be part of a team that is dedicated to providing world-class service and shaping the future of travel. Our employees enjoy a culture of collaboration and respect, where diversity and inclusion are celebrated. With American Airlines, you can contribute to a legacy of innovation and leadership in the skies. Transform Your Career American Airlines is not just a company; it's a community where you can grow your career through a robust suite of professional development and diversity training programs. Our leadership is committed to nurturing talent and recognizes the value of each individual’s growth. Join a team that leads with integrity and a passion for progress. At American Airlines, your career trajectory is bolstered by our commitment to innovation and excellence in the aviation industry. Internship Opportunities Kickstart your career with an internship at American Airlines. Gain invaluable industry experience, build your resume, and make connections that will propel your professional life. Our internships offer hands-on experience in a variety of departments, helping you discover your path in the aviation industry. Benefits of Working With Us American Airlines places immense value on the well-being of its team members. Employees enjoy competitive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, employee discounts, and flexible spending accounts. More than just perks, our benefits are designed to support your life, both at work and at home. Explore Job Opportunities Whether you’re looking to enhance your career in engineering, customer service, or leadership, American Airlines has a position that will match your skills and passions. We are continuously hiring and looking for motivated individuals who are ready to take their careers to new heights. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search open positions that align with your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players. SEARCH AMERICAN AIRLINES JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at American Airlines.
Learn more about American Airlines
Size
123,400 employees
Market Cap
$8 billion
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Net Income
-$8.8 billion
Founded
1930
5 Year Trend
-5.7%
Revenue
$17.3 billion
NASDAQ
AAL
* Ladders Estimates

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