Maintenance Supervisor

Maintenance Supervisor

Avocet Aviation Services is seeking an experienced Maintenance Supervisor to join our growing FAA Part 145 Repair Station team at Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB).

This leadership role is responsible for supervising aircraft maintenance personnel, coordinating production activities, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving on-time aircraft deliveries. The ideal candidate is a hands-on aviation leader with a strong maintenance background, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for operational excellence.

If you thrive in a fast-paced MRO environment and enjoy leading teams to success, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Lead and supervise aircraft maintenance personnel during assigned shifts.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with FAA regulations, approved technical data, and company procedures.
• Coordinate daily maintenance activities to achieve aircraft delivery schedules.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Quality Control, Engineering, Planning, and Materials teams.
• Monitor labor utilization, productivity, and project milestones.
• Conduct employee coaching, performance management, and workforce development.
• Support a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all safety requirements.
• Review maintenance documentation and support quality assurance processes.
• Coordinate parts availability and resolve production constraints.
• Communicate project status, schedule risks, and operational updates to management.
• Support customer interactions and aircraft delivery activities.

Qualifications

Required

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 5 years of aircraft maintenance experience.
• Strong understanding of FAA regulations and aircraft maintenance practices.
• Ability to read and interpret aircraft maintenance manuals, engineering drawings, and technical data.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Must be eligible to be listed on the Repair Station Electronic Roster.

Preferred

• 2+ years of supervisory, Lead Mechanic, or Crew Chief experience.
• Experience in FAA Part 145 Repair Station operations.
• Heavy maintenance, modification, or aircraft overhaul experience.
• Familiarity with Pentagon 2000 or similar MRO ERP systems.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing aviation organization.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• 401(k) program with company match.
• Paid Time Off and company holidays.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Dynamic team environment focused on safety, quality, and customer service.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Avocet Aviation Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

FAA / DOT Drug & Alcohol Program Compliance

This position may be subject to the FAA and DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Program in accordance with 14 CFR Part 120 and 49 CFR Part 40. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment drug testing and continued compliance with all testing requirements, including random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, and return-to-duty testing, as applicable.

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

All employees must comply with FAA regulations, company policies, safety procedures, and quality system requirements. Failure to comply may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Job Description Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature of the role and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Duties may be modified as business needs require.