Heavy MX Project Manager

Southwest Airlines•Dallas, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ever wondered what it takes to keep an airline’s fleet running at peak performance? As a Heavy Maintenance (MX) Project Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind Southwest’s most critical maintenance operations. You’ll plan and coordinate day-to-day heavy maintenance visits, ensuring our Aircraft Maintenance Technicians have the parts, tools, and process flows they need to succeed. Acting as the key liaison between Production and departments like Quality Control, Engineering, Stores, and Appearance, as well as external vendors, you’ll keep complex operations running smoothly. Beyond daily oversight, you’ll lead projects that improve compliance and efficiency, directly impacting the reliability and safety of our fleet. Your work helps keep Southwest flying strong, connecting People to what matters most. Additional details: The culture of Southwest Airlines means we value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. Due to the nature of this role, you would be required to work from our Dallas, TX headquarters facility during business hours. U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available. We’re committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics.

Requirements

Knowledge of aircraft maintenance procedures and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing efficiency
Knowledge of the requirements of Southwest’s FAA-approved Maintenance Procedures Manual
Skilled in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to comprehend technical documents related to aircraft maintenance
Ability to work efficiently under stress and short deadlines as part of an integrated Team
High School Diploma or GED
Advanced level experience, seasoned and specialized knowledge in: Airline maintenance, 737 heavy maintenance management Production planning, MPM, and FAA policies, and procedures
Airframe and Powerplant License
Must be able to attain a United States Passport
Must be able to obtain a SIDA (Secured Identification Display Area) badge and meet all local airport requirements
Ability to perform work duties from [limited space work station/desk/office area] for extended periods of time
Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job
Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job
Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
Some travel may be required
May be required to work additional hours including nights and weekends to support Production working a 24-hour clock

Responsibilities

Provide Production a daily plan, making certain everyone is aligned with duties and production goals are being met
Work on root-cause analysis and drive change when goals go unmet
Lead pre-post dock meetings to ensure compliance and standardization amongst shifts
Act as a liaison between Production and all other departments (Appearance, Engineering, Inspection, and Materials) to resolve conflicts in priorities
Lead evaluation of Routine & Non-Routine tasks for labor hours and spans
Work to lead a resolution of any discrepancies
Coordinate and lead special projects as directed by Production Leadership and in support of department initiatives
May perform other job duties as directed by Employee’s Leaders

Benefits

Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)
Southwest will help fund your Retirement Savings Plan, which includes a dollar for-dollar 401(k) Company match contribution of up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings
Potential for annual profit-sharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan—when Southwest profits, you profit
Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents
Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You'll have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan, and coverage will be retroactively available to your first day of employment.
Explore more benefits you’ll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits

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