Aviation Part 121 Maintenance Supervisor
About The Position
Kalitta Charters II provides scheduled and on-demand narrow-body air-freight service across the Americas. Since 2003, we have built our operation around safe, reliable service for time-critical logistics. Join a team where your leadership, technical judgment, and commitment to quality directly support aircraft readiness and customer success. The Aviation Maintenance Supervisor leads day-to-day aircraft maintenance at the CVG station, helping ensure the fleet remains airworthy, compliant, and ready for service. This hands-on leadership role directs Aircraft Maintenance Technicians (AMTs) and support personnel, coordinates scheduled and unscheduled work and champions a safety-first culture. The successful candidate will combine sound technical judgment with clear communication, team development, and disciplined execution.
Requirements
- Current FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate.
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least five years of aircraft maintenance experience, including at least two years in a lead or supervisory capacity.
- Working knowledge of applicable FAA regulations, OEM manuals, and standard aviation maintenance practices.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams, organize work, make sound decisions, and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, safety-sensitive environment.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills for coordination with maintenance teams, leaders, and flight crews.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime, based on operational needs.
- Valid, unrestricted driver’s license.
- Ability to satisfy applicable background-screening requirements and obtain and maintain airport security clearance, including a SIDA badge.
Nice To Haves
- Experience maintaining Boeing 737 Classic and/or Boeing 737 Next Generation aircraft.
- Part 121 airline or maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) supervisory experience.
- Training in Safety Management Systems (SMS) and Human Factors.
- Familiarity with aviation maintenance or enterprise systems such as TRAX, Ramco, Corridor, AMOS, or a comparable platform, plus proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Responsibilities
- Lead and direct maintenance crews performing aircraft inspections, repairs, modifications, and troubleshooting.
- Support compliance with applicable FAA regulations, Kalitta Charters II policies and procedures, and manufacturer maintenance requirements.
- Prioritize and monitor work assignments to support the timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
- Review, sign, and approve maintenance records within the scope of your authorization, including logbook entries, work cards, and non-routine task cards.
- Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to maintenance personnel.
- Coordinate with Maintenance Control, Flight Operations, Planning, Materials, and Quality Control to maintain workflow and minimize aircraft downtime.
- Confirm that required tools, equipment, and materials are available, serviceable, and calibrated as applicable.
- Conduct shift briefings, assign work, communicate priorities, and monitor progress and performance.
- Promote a culture of safety, regulatory compliance, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Coach, train, and develop maintenance personnel to strengthen technical capability and leadership readiness.
- Investigate, document, and report irregularities, incidents, and discrepancies in accordance with applicable procedures.
- Maintain accurate records of personnel time, maintenance activity, and aircraft status.
- Help maintain a safe, orderly working environment for maintenance and stores personnel.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned to support safe and efficient operations.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary established pay scale including yearly increases
- Short Term
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Basic Life Insurance with Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Travel Assistance Program
- Fidelity 401K with starting at match
- BCBS – Medical 500 PPO and 1000 PPO options, Dental PPO, Prescription starting after 60 days
- EyeMed - Vision
- Flexible Spending Account – Medical and Dependent Care
- Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Child
- Accident and Critical Illness Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Child
- Hospital Indemnity for Employee, Spouse, and Child
- Met Law Coverage
- Nationwide Voluntary Pet Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
