Manager, Heavy Maintenance and Induction

Allegiant

$110K — $150K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's degree preferred.
  • Minimum 10 years in Heavy Maintenance of part 121 heavy transport aircraft.
  • At least 6 years working specifically on A320 and 737 aircraft.
  • 5+ years managing teams or independent work without supervision.
  • Airframe and Powerplant license is mandatory.
  • Excellent communication skills across all organizational levels.
  • Proven advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise aircraft induction and heavy maintenance activities at external maintenance locations.
  • Act as the main contact between Allegiant Air and heavy maintenance providers.
  • Coordinate internal departments to resolve issues impacting aircraft delivery.
  • Daily monitoring and reporting of service provider performance.
  • Review and approve invoices for accuracy and budget compliance.
  • Oversee vendors and ensure proper maintenance records are kept and completed.
  • Facilitate aircraft movements and ensure all maintenance adheres to aviation regulations.

Benefits

  • Profit sharing opportunities.
  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision, life, and disability).
  • Legal, identity, and pet insurance coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan available.
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program.
  • Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
Full Job Description
Summary
The Heavy Maintenance and Induction Manager supervises Allegiant Air's heavy maintenance, modification and aircraft induction work performed by outside maintenance vendors. Act as a company representative interfacing with all respective parties required to accomplish the scheduled work.

Visa Sponsorship Available
No

Minimum Requirements
Combination of Education and Experience will be considered. Must be authorized to work in the US as defined by the Immigration Act of 1986. Must pass a Criminal Background Check.
Education: High School Diploma/GED
Education Details:
Certification: Yes
Certification Details:
Airframe and Powerplant license
Years of Experience:

Minimum six (6) years working on A320 and 737 type aircraft.
Minimum five (5) years managing direct reports or working remotely without direct supervision.
Minimum ten (10) years of experience in Heavy Maintenance of part 121 heavy transport category aircraft or equivalent.
Credit Check: No Valid/Unexpired Passport Book : Yes Valid/Unexpired Driver's License: Yes
• All personnel holding certificates must have exercised the privileges of their certificate for at least six (6) months of the previous twenty-four (24) months or have FAA approval if recent experience is not met.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written skills to effectively communicate in a variety of settings across all organizational levels.
• Advanced troubleshooting skills, including systems, avionics, and Powerplant.
• Ability to coordinate and successfully execute on projects that involve multiple dependent departments.
• Superior problem solving and conflict resolution abilities, solid judgement.
• Proven ability to multitask and balance multiple priorities simultaneously with the ability to be flexibility with the changing needs of the business.
• A320 General Familiarization Course of Airbus A320 course.

Preferred Requirements
• Associate's degree or higher education preferred.

Job Duties
• Provide direct supervision of aircraft induction and heavy maintenance activities at Allegiant Air's maintenance provider locations to make sure the work is performed in accordance with regulatory and company requirement.
• Primary point of contact between Allegiant Air (AAY) and heavy maintenance providers. Liaise aircraft status to AAY maintenance control, set ETS and advise times. Facilitate aircraft movements.
• Coordinate with various Allegiant Air departments and seek resolution of problems or obstacles affecting the timely delivery of aircraft.
• Manage reporting of service provider's performance on a daily basis and ensure work is performed to contractual and budgetary requirement.
• Review and analyze provider invoices and recommend adjustments or corrections.
• Provide financial approval on non-routine costs and unit vendor invoicing cost for accuracy and adherence to budget.
• Supervise vendors and maintain proper completion of A/C records, computer data entry and required forms.
• if necessary, sign work records in connection to work performed and act as liaison between vendor and AAY records department.
• Identify and recommend beneficial changes to the Maintenance Program.
• Assist in the development of the heavy maintenance plan for each aircraft check visit.
• Ensure that all heavy maintenance visits are accomplished in accordance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, Allegiant Air policies & procedures, and manufacturer's manuals.
• Coordinate with regulatory inspectors (FAA DARs) to perform aircraft conformity inspection as well as aging aircraft inspections.
• Review aircraft records (i.e. FAA Airworthiness Directives) and prepare aircraft induction records for approval and transition into the allegiant ops spec (revenue service).
• Ensure any direct reports understand and apply our Customer Commitment and customer service standards to their daily responsibilities as appropriate.
• Model Allegiant's customer service standards in personal actions and when providing leadership direction.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements
The Physical Demands and Work Environment described here are a representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.
Office - While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, see, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, key board, printer, and phone. May be required to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 20 lbs. May be required to work various shifts/days in a 24-hour situation. Regular attendance is a requirement of the role. Exposure to moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones, printers, and foot traffic), temperature and light fluctuations. Ability to work in a confined area as well as the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. Some travel may be a requirement of the role.

Essential Services Provider
Allegiant as a national air carrier is deemed an essential service provider during declared national and state emergencies. Team Members will be required to report to their assigned trip or work location during national and state emergencies unless prohibited by local, state or federal order.

$110,000 - $150,000 a year

Full Time Benefits:

Profit Sharing

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/ Disability Insurance

Medical Travel Reimbursement

Legal, Identity and Pet Insurance

401K with an employer match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flight Benefits

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

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