An established FAA Part 135 charter operator is seeking an experienced Director of Maintenance to oversee aircraft maintenance operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide leadership to its maintenance department.

The successful candidate will possess extensive Part 135 maintenance management experience, strong technical and regulatory knowledge, and demonstrated leadership abilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

·   Serve as the FAA-required Director of Maintenance in accordance with 14 CFR Parts 119 and 135.

·   Direct and oversee all scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance activities.

·   Ensure compliance with applicable FAA regulations, Operations Specifications, company manuals, and approved maintenance programs.

·   Develop and manage proactive maintenance schedules to maximize aircraft availability and minimize operational disruptions.

·   Develop maintenance staffing plans, work schedules, and resource allocation to ensure adequate coverage of maintenance requirements.

·   Establish effective shift turnover and communication procedures to maintain continuity of maintenance activities.

·   Oversee aircraft maintenance tracking, inspections, Airworthiness Directives, and required maintenance records.

·   Coordinate aircraft discrepancies, AOG events, maintenance scheduling, and return-to-service activities.

·   Identify recurring maintenance discrepancies, evaluate root causes, and implement corrective actions to improve aircraft reliability, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.

·   Manage outside maintenance providers, service centers, and vendor relationships.

·   Oversee maintenance budgets, parts procurement, vendor expenses, and cost-control initiatives.

·   Ensure accurate aircraft maintenance status and timely communication with Flight Operations and Flight Coordination.

·   Support aircraft acquisitions, conformity inspections, and aircraft additions to the company's Part 135 certificate.

·   Maintain FAA inspection and audit readiness.

·   Participate in the company's Safety Management System (SMS), safety investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

·   Must meet the qualifications for Director of Maintenance under 14 CFR §119.71(e).

·   FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate.

·   Minimum of five (5) years of experience serving as Director of Maintenance (DOM) for an FAA Part 135 operator.

·   Extensive knowledge of 14 CFR Parts 43, 91, 119, and 135.

·   Demonstrated experience managing aircraft maintenance operations in a Part 135 environment.

·   Strong understanding of aircraft inspection programs, maintenance tracking systems, and regulatory compliance.

·   Experience managing scheduled maintenance, unscheduled maintenance, and AOG events.

·   Experience supervising maintenance personnel and coordinating outside maintenance providers.

·   Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

·   Ability to manage multiple aircraft and maintenance priorities in a fast-paced charter environment.

·   Ability to successfully complete the FAA management qualification and acceptance process.

Preferred Qualifications

·   Experience maintaining medium to heavy business jets.

·   FAA Inspection Authorization (IA).

·   Experience with FAA conformity inspections and aircraft additions to a Part 135 certificate.

·   Familiarity with electronic maintenance tracking and aircraft scheduling systems.

·   Experience managing maintenance budgets and controlling maintenance-related expenses.

·   Experience developing maintenance departments, implementing procedures, and supporting fleet expansion.

Leadership

The successful candidate must demonstrate strong leadership skills and the ability to build an accountable, professional, and safety-focused maintenance organization.

·   Lead, mentor, and develop maintenance personnel while establishing clear expectations and responsibilities.

·   Foster a positive working environment built on teamwork, professionalism, accountability, and mutual respect.

·   Establish efficient maintenance procedures that support safety, compliance, and operational reliability.

·   Maintain effective coordination with Flight Operations to ensure accurate aircraft maintenance status, realistic maintenance scheduling, and timely communication of issues affecting aircraft availability.

·   Demonstrate sound judgment and the ability to make independent maintenance decisions without compromising safety or regulatory compliance.

·   Encourage employees to identify concerns, recommend improvements, and report safety issues without fear of retaliation.

Compensation

·   Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications, experience, and demonstrated leadership capabilities.

·   Compensation package will be discussed with qualified candidates during the interview process.

Benefits

·   Competitive employee benefits package.

·   Paid time off and company-observed holidays.

·   Matching 401(k).

·   Long-term career growth and advancement opportunities.