Global 7500 Maintenance Supervisor - Palm Beach, FL

Solairus Aviation•West Palm Beach, FL

About The Position

The Solairus Aviation Maintenance Supervisor leads and oversees maintenance on assigned aircraft, ensuring airworthiness and compliance with company policies, Federal Aviation Regulations, and manufacturer recommendations. The role includes maintenance tracking, long-term planning, scheduling and completion of maintenance events, and financial responsibility for maintenance-related costs. The position reports to the Director of Maintenance and/or the Client Aviation Manager (CAM). The supervisor manages company and non-company maintenance personnel, coordinates with approved maintenance organizations and vendors, maintains accurate aircraft maintenance records, and ensures aircraft are operationally ready with minimal schedule impact. The role also includes budgeting, expenditure approval, safety-management participation, internal audits, and serving as the company liaison to the FAA on maintenance policies. The position is based near KDJT; the employee must be located or willing to relocate within one hour of the airport.

Requirements

Hold a valid Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate.
At least 10 years of experience in corporate aircraft maintenance operations.
Demonstrated knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations and aircraft maintenance standards.
Proficiency in planning, implementing, and directing maintenance programs and control systems for aircraft operations.
Recent Global 7500 experience: at least six months within the past 24 months.
Be located or willing to relocate within one hour of KDJT.
Remain fit for duty and abstain from drug and alcohol abuse.
Commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Lead maintenance activities for assigned aircraft and implement company maintenance standards, methods, and procedures.
Coordinate maintenance training requirements with the Director of Maintenance and/or Client Aviation Manager.
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 Client Aviation Manager.
Supervise company and non-company aircraft maintenance personnel, including personnel responsible for aircraft interior and exterior cleaning, and ensure maintenance quality and completeness.
Coordinate with non-company personnel and approved maintenance organizations performing maintenance on company aircraft, and conduct outside vendor evaluations.
Maintain complete and accurate records of inspections, repairs, component changes, aircraft and 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 airworthiness before return 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.