Description
The Aircraft Maintenance Group Mgr is accountable for management of complex/critical/large professional disciplinary areas. Leads and directs a team of professionals. Requires a comprehensive understanding of multiple areas within a function and how they interact in order to achieve the objectives of the function. Applies in-depth understanding of the business impact of technical contributions. Commercial awareness is a necessity. Generally accountable for delivery of a full range of services to one or more businesses/ geographic regions. Excellent communication skills required in order to negotiate internally, often at a senior level. Some external communication may be necessary. Accountable for the end results of an area. Exercises control over resources, policy formulation and planning. Primarily affects a sub-function. Involved in short- to medium-term planning of actions and resources for own area. Full management responsibility of a team or multiple teams, including management of people, budget and planning, to include performance evaluation, compensation, hiring, disciplinary actions and terminations and budget approval.
Responsibilities:
Manage maintenance for a fleet of two Bombardier Global 6000s; one Bombardier Global 6500; and one Sikorsky S-76C+, with constant and consistent focus on promoting teamwork, operational and workplace safety, and risk mitigation.
Ensure all Company aircraft are properly maintained in airworthy condition, in strict compliance with all applicable rules and regulations, manufacturer’s directives and procedures, and Company and industry safety-assurance best practices.
Directly manage seven Maintenance Technician company employees and three contracted support staff.
Manage hangar facility, equipment, and corporate leased vehicle program.
Develop and enforce effective maintenance function quality control processes and procedures.
Plan, schedule, control, and monitor all planned maintenance activities, both for personnel and aircraft.
Manage and coordinate repair and remediation for unplanned maintenance activities, including full support for AOG aircraft.
Plan, and budget for, and schedule periodic inspections, general overhaul, repairs, and modifications, as necessary, so as to be in compliance with FAA rules and regulations, manufacture’s directives, and company standards.
Establish policies and processes for aircraft maintenance and record-keeping required to comply with FAA regulations, manufacturer’s directives and recommendations, and Company policy.
Ensure compliance with Airworthiness Directives and Service Bulletins applicable to Company aircraft.
Maintain authority to remove non-airworthy aircraft from service.
Ensure that products, parts, supplies, equipment, and consumables meet the specifications and requirements set forth by the manufacturer and that appropriate inventories are maintained.
Serve as primary contact with aircraft, engine, and avionics manufacturers and parts and services vendors and suppliers and manage those business relationships, including contract negotiations and ongoing maintenance.
Ensure the proper upkeep, repair, and calibration of aircraft service equipment, including shop and all specialized tooling.
Develop and enforce maintenance function safety protocols and procedures and manage promotion of, and compliance with, the Department’s Safety Management System.
Assist in maintaining and monitoring facility security and fire systems.
Manage OSHA, workplace hazard, and environmental protection programs, including maintaining material safety data sheets and running fire drills and related safety programs.
Develop the Maintenance Department annual budget and strategic long-range spending plans, issue proposal reports, and partner with Aviation Finance.
Manage expenses to best maintain fiduciary prudence and responsibility.
Review invoices for accuracy, reconcile as necessary, and approve.
Compile and issue monthly usage reports to airframe, engine, and APU manufactures in order to comply with parts and component coverage plans.
Coordinate maintenance activities and aircraft availability status with the Scheduling and Dispatch Department.
Keep flight crews abreast of maintenance activities and aircraft and cabin system enhancements.
Manage and administer all Maintenance personnel; including scheduling work assignments and time off, setting performance goals and evaluating job performance, promoting individual development and team unity, and resolving disputes.
Develop and schedule all training necessary to meet regulatory and Company requirements and maintain associated training records.
Ensure that department personnel are thoroughly familiar with company policies, appropriate regulatory requirements and guidelines, pertinent manuals, practices and publications.
Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm\\\\\\\'s reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency, as well as effectively supervise the activity of others and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards.
Qualifications:
Minimum ten years in aircraft maintenance, with a minimum of five in FAR Part 135 or Part 91 operations.
Proven experience and demonstrated ability to manage and supervise maintenance personnel.
Recent experience in, and familiarity with, the maintenance and repair of the Bombardier Global and Sikorsky S-76 product lines highly desirable.
Experience managing vendor relationships with Bombardier Aerospace, Rolls-Royce Aerospace, Sikorsky Aircraft, Safran, Rockwell Collins, and Honeywell highly desirable.
Developed network of contacts and associations in the New York City tristate area highly desirable.
Demonstrated skill using Microsoft software applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, OneNote), aircraft scheduling software (knowledge of TripPlanning.biz a plus), and maintenance support applications such as CAMP and supplier customer web sites.
Education:
College-Level Degree or Equivalent.
Possess an FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate.
Advanced Degrees or other Certifications desirable.
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.