Maintenance Controller

Commute Air • Westlake, OH

3d

About The Position

The Maintenance Controller coordinates maintenance activities, sets operational priorities, and supports Maintenance Controllers in minimizing delays and maximizing fleet reliability. The role monitors aircraft maintenance activity outside of heavy maintenance and is accountable for the Safety Management System responsibilities described in the Company's SMS Manual and Title 14 CFR Part 5.23.

The position requires coordinating corrective actions for aircraft maintenance events, evaluating discrepancies, and arranging appropriate deferrals or corrective actions in accordance with the GMM. The Maintenance Controller works with System Operations Control, station maintenance, maintenance planning, materials, vendors, and on-call maintenance providers to support aircraft recovery and maintenance. The role also authorizes and tracks return-to-service activities and RII signoffs, maintains aircraft status and event records, and reports safety or quality concerns. Regular attendance is an essential function. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Hold a current Airframe and Powerplant certificate and required Company authorizations.
• Have at least one year of experience as a Certificated Mechanic.
• Have a good working knowledge of aircraft systems and flight operations.
• Know Maintenance Policies and Procedures.
• Hold a valid state-issued driver's license and government-issued passport.
• Have proficient computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft 365.
• Demonstrate strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills and be able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Be available for rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Be able to read, speak, and understand English.
• Be organized and able to multitask and manage competing priorities regularly.
• Be legally authorized to work in the USA.

Responsibilities

• Monitor real-time aircraft status and coordinate corrective actions for aircraft maintenance events outside of heavy maintenance.
• Evaluate discrepancies and determine appropriate deferral or corrective action in accordance with the GMM.
• Coordinate with System Operations Control, station maintenance, maintenance planning, and materials to support AOG recovery, unscheduled maintenance, and scheduled maintenance.
• Authorize and track return-to-service activities and RII signoffs in accordance with FAA regulations.
• Maintain detailed aircraft status notes, event documentation, IROP consequences, and system updates.
• Ensure adherence to the Safety Management System and promptly report safety or quality concerns.
• Liaise with vendors and on-call maintenance providers, validating parts, tooling, and labor compliance.
• Proactively forecast maintenance workload and resource needs to support operational readiness.
• Perform maintenance actions for which trained, qualified, or authorized.
• Exercise authority over line maintenance personnel.
• Contact and authorize on-call maintenance vendors to provide maintenance services to CommuteAir aircraft.
• Apply and clear deferral items in AMOS.
• Remove aircraft from service when an unairworthy condition exists.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed