Manager of Aircraft Maintenance

Job Description

About the Company L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defence technology innovator and the self-described Trusted Disruptor in defence tech, delivering end-to-end technology solutions across the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security. The company is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent and provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Role Overview The ABS Manager of Aircraft Maintenance oversees the scheduled and unscheduled maintenance operations of three G550 aircraft and the aircraft mechanics who support these activities. The role requires a highly experienced individual with a strong background in aircraft maintenance, specifically the G550, and in people management. The individual must be capable of flying on the aircraft to support maintenance test flights and mission operations flights, and must be willing to travel for mission support. Location: Aeromet, Tulsa, Oklahoma. Schedule: 9/80 - employees work 9 out of every 14 days, totalling 80 hours worked, with every other Friday off (dependent on aircraft support). Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the maintenance and sustainment activities and maintenance personnel for a fleet of three G550 aircraft. Ensure the aircraft's operational readiness and mission success. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to maintain and improve platform performance. Apply in-depth knowledge of G550 aircraft maintenance to support maintenance and operational performance. Analyse and interpret maintenance data and reports to ensure mission availability objectives are met. Fly on the aircraft as required to support mission operations and system maintenance. Ensure compliance with all flight and ground operations safety and regulatory requirements. Requirements Ability to fly on the G550 aircraft to support mission operations. Experience developing and implementing maintenance and sustainment plans. Ability to manage budgets, schedules and risk management plans. Strong leadership and team management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Licences & Qualifications FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification. Active Secret security clearance. Preferred: understanding of DCMA 8210-1D requirements for aircraft operations. Experience Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as aviation maintenance management with a minimum of 9 years of prior relevant experience; graduate degree with a minimum of 7 years; or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of prior related experience. What We Offer Health and disability insurance 401(k) match and flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and education assistance Parental leave, paid time off and company-paid holidays Additional Information Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. Applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigations and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks where permitted by law.

Requirements

• Lead and manage the maintenance and sustainment activities and maintenance personnel for a fleet of three G550 aircraft.
• Ensure the aircraft's operational readiness and mission success.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to maintain and improve platform performance.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of G550 aircraft maintenance to support maintenance and operational performance.
• Analyse and interpret maintenance data and reports to ensure mission availability objectives are met.
• Fly on the aircraft as required to support mission operations and system maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with all flight and ground operations safety and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to fly on the G550 aircraft to support mission operations.
• Experience developing and implementing maintenance and sustainment plans.
• Ability to manage budgets, schedules and risk management plans.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification.
• Active Secret security clearance.
• Preferred: understanding of DCMA 8210-1D requirements for aircraft operations.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as aviation maintenance management with a minimum of 9 years of prior relevant experience; graduate degree with a minimum of 7 years; or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
• 401(k) match and flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and education assistance

Benefits

• Health and disability insurance
• Parental leave, paid time off and company-paid holidays