Director of Maintenance

Aircraft Maintenance: Inspect and maintain company aircraft, engines, appliances and components in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations Pt 43 and Pt 135 Schedule maintenance and inspections for company aircraft assuring that all maintenance and inspections conducted (both in- house and outside maintenance and/or inspections) comply with company maintenance policies, relevant Federal Aviation Regulations, and standard industry practices Ensure aircraft are safely released for all flights Work within the regulations and safety goals to release aircraft on schedule Maintain current Calibrated Tooling Inventory and Shelf-Life Limited Inventory Maintain company tooling and Ground Support Equipment Record Keeping: Maintain aircraft records to current FAA and company standards Audit all company work orders, Purchase Orders, and Invoices Maintain an effective maintenance control system Monitor and audit contract agencies in their performance of maintenance, inspections, repairs, modifications, and record keeping in an approved manner. FAA Liaison: Initiate all forms and reports required by the FAA such as Service Difficulty Reports and Mechanical Interruption Summary Review, coordinate and resolve all planned major repairs or modifications with contract agencies and Federal Aviation Administration if necessary Apply for any necessary Ferry Flight Permits with Seattle FSDO as required Maintain positive working relationship with local FAA PMIs Department Management & Leadership: Responsible for the hiring, oversight, training, and management of team of mechanics reporting to the Director of Maintenance Maintain current training records for all company maintenance personnel Provide positive leadership for department including regular performance feedback and support for staff development Conduct aircraft and maintenance department regular budget reviews Company Management: Maintain effective liaison with the company President, General Manager, the Director of Operations, the Chief Pilot, the Dispatch and Sales managers and with other outside agencies in accomplishing maintenance or inspections on company aircraft or components Maintain professional and effective communication and relationships with aircraft owners and company departments Conduct and participate in any required audits, and safety meetings as applicable to maintenance operations Promote a positive safety culture Notify the Director of Safety of any instances of actual or potential safety compromise Customer Relations: Maintain professional and effective communication and relationships with aircraft owners Maintain professional demeanor and dress as both owners and charter customers will see all maintenance staff on site Apply tot his job Apply To this Job