Assistant Director of Maintenance

Description

Summary

The Assistant Director of Maintenance (ADOM) works with the Director of Maintenance (DOM) to direct and coordinate the Flight Aircraft Maintenance department in order to help provide uniform, high-quality, airworthy aircraft which meets State, Federal and corporate regulations, and guidelines.

Essential Functions

• Assists to provide input in the planning, and forecasting of the Flight school’s maintenance programs to maintain efficient and cost-effective operations
• Conducts ongoing review of the Flight School’s aircraft maintenance department to establish procedures and identify needed changes in policy to assure that the aircraft are maintained according to Federal Aviation Regulation and company policy
• Execute training programs for junior mechanics, focusing on technical skills, compliance, and safety practices
• Mentor junior staff, providing hands-on guidance, oversight, and feedback to facilitate professional growth and skill development
• Conduct onboarding for new maintenance staff, ensuring they are well-versed in company procedures, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements
• Monitor and direct, through the Aircraft Mechanics, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and line support function to assure timely production of training aircraft in support of flying schedule
• Oversees recovery of maintenance – downed aircraft at remote fields, in the absence of the DOM
• Supports training continuity in accordance with FAA requirements and course content by conducting safety audits and compliance checks to identify and mitigate potential risks
• Establishing a harmonious working relationship between the flight maintenance department of the flight school and its students
• Continually monitoring Flight maintenance department for adherence to corporate, FAA, and school policies and procedures in order to maintain a safe flight training program without stifling initiative
• Identifying and incorporating changes in FAA publication and policies into company aircraft maintenance program, as well as supporting FAA inquiries or visits
• Verifiable, hands-on experience of the actual time spent in the repair, maintenance, overhaul, or manufacture of aircraft required
• Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends, holidays, and days-off
• Demonstrates good judgment and confidentiality
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a strong emphasis on customer service
• Excellent time management, follow-through, and organizational skills
• Strong communication and ability to build relationships with all levels of management and pilots
• Strategic and forward-thinker
• Ability to handle multiple priorities with a high degree of accuracy
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills in Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong knowledge of flight software

Additional Duties

• Assist in the supervision scheduled inspections including 100 hour and annual inspections (if authorized)
• Assist in the supervision of the maintenance and repair associated with inspections
• Complete or assist in the supervision of major and minor repairs and alterations as part of line maintenance, heavy maintenance, and structural repair
• Maintain and repair equipment used in the department
• Responsible for compliance to all FARS and Spartan policies and procedures
• Compliance with all airworthiness directives
• Scheduler of all flight discrepancies
• Responsible for maintenance and upkeep of all shop equipment
• Perform other incidental duties as may be assigned
• Assist in the interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Maintains a positive relationship with interaction of employees regarding communication, motivation, and morale

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

• High School diploma or GED required
• Associate degree preferred
• Five (5) years of aviation experience required
• Five (5) years of leadership and running an aircraft maintenance department or shop
• Five (5) years of experience working with general aviation aircraft or similar (Cessna 152, Cessna 172, Cessna 208, Beechcraft, Piper Seminole, Piper Arrow are examples)

Certificates, License, Registrations

• FAA Airframe license
• FAA Powerplant license
• Inspection Authorization

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Assist in the supervision of the Aircraft Mechanics and Line Service personnel. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s polices and applicable laws