Global 6000 & Global 7500 Maintenance Supervisor -Van Nuys, CA

Solairus Aviation•Van Nuys, CA

About The Position

The Solairus Aviation Maintenance Supervisor leads and oversees maintenance for assigned aircraft, ensuring compliance with company policies and airworthiness standards. The role includes routine maintenance tracking, long-term planning, scheduling and completing maintenance events, and managing costs associated with maintenance operations. The position reports to the Director of Maintenance and/or the Client Aviation Manager (CAM). The supervisor directs maintenance activities and personnel, including company employees and outside providers, and ensures maintenance records, inspections, repairs, component changes, and airworthiness requirements are properly managed. The role also coordinates training, vendors, budgets, expenditures, equipment, tooling, materials, and facilities; supports the Safety Management System; and acts as the company liaison with the FAA on maintenance policies.

Requirements

Hold a valid Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate.
At least 10 years of experience in corporate aircraft maintenance operations.
Demonstrated knowledge of the CFRs and aircraft maintenance standards.
Proficiency in planning, implementing, and directing aircraft maintenance programs and control systems.
Remain fit for duty and abstain from drug and alcohol abuse.

Nice To Haves

Recent experience with the Global 6000 and/or Global 7500 within the past 24 months.

Responsibilities

Lead maintenance activities for assigned aircraft in accordance with Solairus standards and procedures, Federal Aviation Regulations, manufacturer recommendations, and company policies.
Track routine maintenance and plan, schedule, and complete maintenance events.
Coordinate maintenance training requirements with the Director of Maintenance and/or CAM.
Develop a budget projecting expenses for aircraft maintenance, parts, labor, tooling, equipment, and base facilities.
Supervise and approve expenditures related to assigned aircraft.
Participate in the Safety Management System and perform duties delegated by the Director of Maintenance, Manager of Maintenance Operations, or CAM.
Supervise company and non-company aircraft maintenance personnel, including aircraft interior and exterior cleaning, and ensure maintenance quality and completeness under the authority of the Director of Maintenance.
Coordinate outside maintenance providers and Approved Maintenance Organizations with the Manager of Maintenance Operations, Director of Maintenance, and CAM, and conduct vendor evaluations.
Maintain complete and accurate records of inspections, repairs, component changes, airframe flight time, engine times, Airworthiness Directives, manufacturer service letters, and FAA maintenance instructions.
Ensure compliance with Airworthiness Directives and Service Bulletins affecting company aircraft.
Remove known unsafe or noncompliant aircraft from service and ensure aircraft are airworthy before returning them to service.
Maintain aircraft operational readiness while minimizing schedule impact.
Serve as liaison between the company and the FAA regarding maintenance policies.
Maintain certification and technical recency requirements under 14 CFR 65.83.
Conduct internal audits of tool calibration and material control, and ensure adequate tools, parts, materials, support equipment, and facilities are available for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.