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Samaritan's Purse is seeking a Director of Maintenance to serve with our Mission Aviation Services department in Monrovia, Liberia. The Director of Maintenance works under the Program Director, overseeing all aircraft maintenance for our Mission Aviation Services team in Liberia. The position ensures adherence to regulatory standard while maintaining a focus on safety and efficiency. Additionally, this position supervises the maintenance base and launching of aircraft, and assists with cargo loading. Come use your aviation gifts and talents to advance the Gospel!

A day in the life of a Director of Maintenance:

At Samaritan's Purse, the Gospel really is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotions and spend time praying for each other, our staff and volunteers who serve around the globe.

In the role of Director of Maintenance, you will have the opportunity to:

Maintain your personal relationship with Jesus Christ and be an effective witness for Him.
Perform scheduled and unscheduled inspections and maintenance on aircraft, including pre-flight inspections. Ensure continued airworthiness of aircraft to standards that meet or exceed FAA requirements.
Perform engineering duties in a timely, efficient, and accurate manner. Ensure aircraft records are current and complete, including tracking and forecasting data.
Ship and track parts sent for repair/overhaul. Maintain equipment and facilities for the aircraft.
Schedule inspections based on regulatory requirements for each aircraft in cooperation with Program Director.
Oversee the spare parts inventory and maintain stock at appropriate levels. Operate aircraft ground and loading equipment as needed.
Ensure all aircraft are kept clean and neat. Perform line service duties during refueling, and assist with loading and unloading aircraft.
All other duties as assigned.

Learn more about serving with Samaritans Purse.

Qualifications & Experience

College or university program certificate and eight (8) to ten (10) years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience living and/or working overseas preferred.
Commercial/For Profit aviation experience desired.
Current FAA Airframe and Power Plant Certificate required.
Current FAA Inspection Authorization required.
Experience with Bell helicopters, and/or Cessna 208/PT6 engines strongly desired.
Comprehensive knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR regulations.
Ability to oversee the process for storing of technical records and inventory management.
Willingness to work extended hours to return aircraft to service to meet the ministry's needs.
12 credit hours of college-level Biblical Studies (required); if not already completed, opportunity to meet and complete requirement is available upon hire.

Job Location: Monrovia, Liberia

Type: Full-Time

Language Requirement: Fluency in English (required)

Accompaniment: Family Accompaniment

Travel Expectations: This position requires international travel of approximately 30 days per year; required travel documents and vaccinations for entry into foreign countries will be necessary

Benefits

International medical, prescription, dental & vision insurance
Paid Family Medical Leave
Retirement savings plan
Paid holidays
12 vacation/personal days
10 sick days
When at IHQ, on-site Medical Clinic (staff and dependents)

Samaritan's Purse Mission Statement

Samaritan's Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan's Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God's love through His Son, Jesus Christ. The organization serves the Church worldwide to promote the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Samaritan's Purse Statement Of Faith

We believe the Bible to be the inspired, the only infallible, authoritative Word of God. 1 Thessalonians 2:13; 2 Timothy 3:15-17.