Eastern Airlines - Maintenance Controller - Greensboro, NC

Eastern Airlines LLC•Greensboro, NC

About The Position

The Maintenance Controller addresses the day-to-day aircraft maintenance needs of Eastern Airlines, including tasks involving the company’s aircraft and engines. The role requires a thorough understanding of applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) aircraft maintenance requirements, strong communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with flight crews in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while embodying the company’s values and culture. This is a full-time position reporting to the Supervisor of Maintenance Control. The role interacts with the Director of Operations, the Chief Pilot, Systems Operations Control staff, and company flight crews.

Requirements

Eligible to work in the United States.
Associate's degree or higher education.
Two years of experience in a supervisory capacity.
Two years of experience with Boeing 777s and Boeing 767s.
Five or more years of experience on commercial aircraft in an FAA Part 121/145 environment.
One year of experience in Maintenance Control.
Thorough knowledge and understanding of FAR aircraft maintenance requirements.
Strong communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Line maintenance experience with Boeing 777s and Boeing 767s is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Act as a liaison for the maintenance department, communicating with Operations, flight crews, flight mechanics, and others as needed for daily operations.
Serve as the primary point of contact for mechanical discrepancies that may affect the daily operation of company aircraft.
Work with maintenance and supervisory personnel to determine whether discrepancies may be deferred under approved MEL and NEF guidelines.
Coordinate with company and/or contract maintenance providers to resolve aircraft discrepancies and plan maintenance events, returning aircraft to safe, airworthy service with minimal downtime.
Work with SOC to coordinate travel to and from aircraft that are AOG for flight mechanics.
Enter maintenance-related discrepancies into computer tracking systems as required.
Determine corrective actions based on aircraft service history, analysis, applicable General Maintenance Manual (GMM) guidance, and company guidelines.
Promote teamwork among maintenance personnel and flight crews.
Uphold safety and security procedures and awareness.
Obtain additional qualifications through training and education as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Control Supervisor or Director of Maintenance.