Description
The Director of Maintenance is appointed by and reports to the Chief Operating Officer. He or She is responsible for all aspects related to the safety, airworthiness and regulatory compliance of all aircraft operated by Pacific Coast Jet and the overall day to day operation of the maintenance department. This individual must meet the qualifications of and will hold the DOT 119.71 position of Director of Maintenance for the air carrier. The Director of Maintenance will work within the Pacific Coast Jet flight operation to maintain a culture of safety with efficient procedures that support desired fleet availability metrics and financial goals of the company.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Creating and maintaining a culture based on safety and compliance
Build and manage a high-performance team that will execute on the strategic goals of the Company and deliver the results necessary to support those goals
Developing and establishing policies and procedures, directing and applying appropriate resources to the execution of same in support of overall company strategy and objectives
Directing, planning and laying out the details of inspection standards, methods and procedures used on all aircraft authorized for use by the Company
Complying with all applicable Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and manufacturer’s specifications
As a DOT 119.71 post holder, will have the authority to suspend operation of the aircraft in concert with the Director of Operation and Chief Pilot as necessary to ensure safety and compliance
Developing and maintaining inspection standards, methods and procedures utilized by the Maintenance Group to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and company policies, procedures, and manuals
Directing and participating in acquisition and growth activities to support overall business objectives and plans to include responsibility for oversight of all conformity inspections of aircraft that will be added to the Company’s certificate
Responsible for planning and managing budgets including P&L, Client and Company asset management, cost control measures and control over related maintenance expenses to include vendor contracts, warranties and payments
Develop and manage third party relationships with vendors, industry groups, regulators, etc. to support and benefit PCJ’s business interests
Demonstrating successful execution of business strategies for company products and services impacted by the Maintenance Group
Directing short term and long-range planning for the Maintenance Group to ensure that vendors, contracting agents, suppliers and other resources are established and capable of meeting demand while performing at a high level
Perform other tasks as may be assigned from time to time
Participates in and supports the Global Emergency Response Plan, including a post holder position on the Initial Response Team
Complies with and supports other internal company policies
Experience:
Have 5 years of Part-135 experience within the past 15 years maintaining aircraft as a certified mechanic, including, at the time of appointment as DOM, experience in maintaining the same category and class of aircraft as the certificate holder uses; or
Have 5 years of Part-135 experience within the past 15 years repairing aircraft in a certified airframe repair station, including 1 year in the capacity of approving aircraft for return to service.
Qualifications:
Must hold a current and valid FAA airframe and powerplant license.
Intermediate level of computer literacy and particularly high level of knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
Physical Demands & Working Conditions:
Intermittent physical activity including bending, reaching and prolonged periods of sitting.
Ability to occasionally lift 20 pounds vertically through 4 feet and maneuver that load at arm’s length.