United Air Lines, Inc

Supervisor - Landing Gear Overhaul and Repair

United Air Lines, Inc$80K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma is a must.
  • FAA A&P License required.
  • At least 2 years in a leadership role overseeing teams.
  • Experience with aircraft or engine maintenance operations and FAA regulations is essential.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook.
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship is necessary.
  • Reliable and consistent attendance is critical.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and coordinate maintenance functions during shifts to adhere to safety and schedule requirements.
  • Lead on-shift labor teams to enhance productivity and ensure resource availability.
  • Foster a respectful work environment by applying CBA work rules and company policies consistently.
  • Achieve divisional and company performance goals and objectives.
  • Monitor operational, safety, and human resource performance metrics closely.
  • Implement continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • Maintain communication within employee groups and report significant operational events to leadership.

Benefits

  • Advocacy for safety and compliance in operations.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuous improvement training.
  • Work in a dynamic environment that emphasizes regulatory compliance in maintenance operations.
  • Participation in a collaborative team culture with clear communication channels.
Full Job Description
Description

Job overview and responsibilities

Responsible for the supervision and coordination of all maintenance functions on shift at the assigned location ensuring these activities are performed in a safe manner and in accordance with schedule requirements and in compliance with all established Company, regulatory and manufacturers' procedures and collective bargaining agreement. Assign technician and related personnel in accordance with requirements to achieve maximum productivity and cost control. Ensure their team has the appropriate resources available and hold them accountable for the work assigned/performed.

  • Provide leadership and direction to on shift labor workforce to maximize productivity and output whilst ensuring necessary resources are available
  • Build / reinforce a fair and respectful work environment through consistent application of CBA work rules and company policies
  • Execute station performance goals and objectives aligning with divisional and company goals
  • Maintain a high level of awareness of operational, safety and human resource related performance objectives
  • Implement and sustain continuous improvement activities and oversee safety and security of work group operations to ensure regulatory

    compliance of technical operations activities
  • Maintain a high level of communication with employee groups within the work group
  • Report status of operations, highlighting significant events to leadership whilst providing direction to assigned personnel to ensure shop and

    divisional objectives are achieved
  • Advocate for safety and compliance
  • Meets or exceeds operational performance goals
  • Meets or exceeds business plan objectives
  • Identifies the need for change and / or improvement and executes the same involving the appropriate people and level of resources as needed
  • Builds and maintains professional and productive work environment for labor groups and management teams
  • Effectively communicates with employees


Qualifications

What's needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

  • High School Diploma
  • FAA A&P License
  • Minimum two (2) years in a people leadership role
  • Knowledge of aircraft or engine maintenance operations and applicable FAA regulations
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
  • Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
  • Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position


What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

  • BA/BS Degree
  • Five (5) years in the engine maintenance industry; two (2) years in a leadership role of a unionized workforce
  • Four-year degree in Aviation Maintenance or related field
  • Continuous Improvement (CI) training or experience
  • Strong background and technical knowledge on engine types operated and maintenance programs

About United Air Lines, Inc

United Airlines is a major American airline that operates a large domestic and international route network. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois and is a founding member of the Star Alliance, the world's largest airline alliance. United Airlines operates a fleet of over 800 aircraft and serves more than 350 destinations in over 50 countries.
Learn more about United Air Lines, Inc
Size
87,400 employees
Market Cap
$12.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$7 billion
Founded
1926
5 Year Trend
-7.6%
Revenue
$15.3 billion
NASDAQ

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