Director of Maintenance/ Accountable Manager

Airquest Aviation • Butler, PA

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About The Position

AirQuest Aviation is seeking an experienced and driven Director of Maintenance/ Accountable Manager to oversee our FAA Part 135 and 145 Repair Station operations. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring safe, compliant, and cost-effective maintenance operations while managing personnel, resources, and regulatory requirements. You will serve as the primary point of contact with the FAA and play a key role in maintaining operational excellence and certification standards.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate required; IA preferred
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a certificated aircraft mechanic
• At least 1 year of experience approving aircraft for return to service
• Experience with FAA Part 145 regulations; Part 135 experience preferred
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Knowledge of maintenance operations, budgeting, and business processes
• This is a Safety Sensitive Position requiring work in a heavy manufacturing facility with various safety hazards which are potentially life-threatening to the employee.
• This position may require working at heights, around heavy equipment, and under constantly changing circumstances.
• This position will be subject to more stringent drug testing and compliance policies due to these safety risks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all maintenance department operations, including personnel, scheduling, and production planning
• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations, Operations Specifications, and Inspection Procedures Manual
• Oversee repair station efficiency, cost control, and profitability
• Supervise and develop maintenance personnel, including training and qualification programs
• Plan manpower needs and long-term operational requirements
• Approve aircraft for return to service as authorized
• Coordinate maintenance scheduling for both scheduled and unscheduled work
• Manage procurement, inventory, and materials control
• Maintain current technical data, manuals, and airworthiness directives
• Collaborate with Finance on budgeting and forecasting
• Promote a strong safety culture and maintain a clean, organized facility
• Serve as liaison with FAA and support audits and inspections

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• paid time off (PTO) days
• paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• profit sharing
• company-funded HSA (Health Savings Account)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees