Manager Of Line Maintenance - East Coast

Main Purpose of the Role:

• Provide consistent direction and supervision of Maintenance Supervisors and Maintenance Partners Leadership ensuring a team focus is present and maintained
• Coordinate with all departments as required to deliver the best possible guest experience
• Provide guidance and oversight ensuring Supervisors and Support groups coordinate and execute daily planned Line Maintenance
• Work collectively with Maintenance Supervisors and Maintenance Partners to ensure Virgin America maintenance is accomplished in compliance with Company Manuals.
• Ensure Maintenance Supervisors are highly training and effective
• Coordinate and lead Maintenance Partners, Vendors and Support groups to ensure resources are well planned and improved continuously
• Manage Maintenance Partner contracts, performance and related budgets


Main Areas of Responsibility:

• The day to day execution and improvement of Line Maintenance
• Management and guidance of the Maintenance Supervisors and Maintenance Partners
• The effective readiness and execution of all station line maintenance tasks
• The preparedness of each Line Maintenance team to support all aspects of Line Maintenance assigned


Professional Experience Required:

• 15-20 years commercial aircraft maintenance experience
• 5-10 years of commercial aviation maintenance team leadership
• Experienced and current on FAA certification of parts and material
• 5-10 years of hands on maintenance experience with the A320 Family of aircraft

Skills & Abilities Required:

• Must be able to quickly analyze and improve Line Maintenance work scope, flow and synchronization ensuring continuous improvement.
• Must have solid presentation skills
• Must be able to communicate effectively with all interfacing Co-workers, Maintenance Partners, Vendors and Suppliers.
• Ability to read wire diagrams and disseminate various levels of work instruction related to Line Maintenance and Aircraft Modification
• Must demonstrate the ability to use and adapt to standard MS computer software and various web applications

Job Requirements:

• Must be able to qualify for airport security badge
• Able to lift 50 lbs
• Able to climb and work off of aircraft stands and compartments
• Able to work on various shifts
• Have or able to posses a United States Passport
• Must be able to work any shift

Professional Certifications and Education Required:

• High School Diploma
• Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
• Degree in related field preferred