Maintenance Programs & Compliance Specialist

Allegiant•Las Vegas, NV

About The Position

The MX Programs & Compliance Specialist develops and maintains fleet-type Maintenance Inspection Programs under FAR 121.365 and reviews and coordinates compliance with applicable airworthiness directives, Federal Aviation Regulations, and manufacturers’ service bulletins. The role evaluates maintenance program effectiveness, audits programs and task cards for regulatory compliance and clarity, and coordinates program and document revisions with relevant departments and stakeholders. The Specialist may make pen-and-ink changes to task cards based on authorized input and performs other duties as assigned. This is an office-based role with regular attendance required. The position may involve working various shifts or days in a 24-hour situation, travel, and reporting to the assigned work location during declared national or state emergencies unless prohibited by an applicable order. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Act of 1986.
Must pass a criminal background check.
Minimum three years of experience in engineering or maintenance with an air carrier or commercial operator, or equivalent.
Highly organized, with proven multitasking ability.
Strong problem-solving and structured-thinking skills.
Ability to work effectively in diverse environments.
Strong analytical and communication skills, ability to work under pressure, high initiative, and decision-making skills.
Ability to interact professionally with employees at all levels, management, and FAA representatives.
Advanced knowledge and skills in computer applications such as Microsoft 365 applications.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Engineering, or Analytics, or equivalent work experience; a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
FAA A&P airman certificate preferred.
Background in MSG-3 maintenance program analysis.
Working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations.
XML authoring experience.
TRAX EMRO knowledge.

Responsibilities

Develop aircraft maintenance programs in accordance with FAA-approved Maintenance Review Board reports, manufacturers’ Maintenance Planning Data and other requirements or recommendations, applicable FAA airworthiness directives, and Allegiant Air Reliability Control Board recommendations and instructions.
Review maintenance-check data and analyze the effectiveness of the overall maintenance program and individual task cards.
Support potential escalation or de-escalation of task cards or checks and adjust task-card instructions for clarity as needed.
Audit maintenance programs for regulatory compliance and ensure task cards provide clear, concise instructions.
Review FAA airworthiness directives, proposed rules, regulation changes, advisory circulars, manufacturers’ service bulletins, and other relevant data to identify fleet compliance requirements.
Coordinate maintenance program revisions, task-card revisions, and new regulatory compliance requirements with Quality, Engineering, Materials, Maintenance Planning, Aircraft Records, Maintenance Training, and Reliability Control Board members.
Review Manual Change Request forms to verify proposed changes comply with company policies and procedures, regulatory requirements, and manufacturer recommendations, and align with industry best practices.
Make authorized pen-and-ink changes to task cards based on input from Allegiant Maintenance, Engineering, Quality Department, or contract maintenance personnel.
Model Allegiant’s customer service standards through personal actions.
Perform other duties as assigned.