Global 7500 Maintenance Supervisor - Palm Beach, FL

Solairus Aviation•West Palm Beach, FL

2d•$50,000 - $500,000

About The Position

The Solairus Aviation Maintenance Supervisor leads all maintenance activities for assigned aircraft and ensures compliance with company policies, Federal Aviation Regulations, manufacturer recommendations, and airworthiness standards. The position includes maintenance tracking, long-term planning, scheduling and completing maintenance events, and managing expenses associated with maintenance operations. The supervisor reports to the Director of Maintenance and/or the Client Aviation Manager (CAM). The role oversees company and non-company maintenance personnel and coordinates with approved maintenance organizations and vendors. It also maintains aircraft maintenance records, ensures compliance with airworthiness requirements, supports operational readiness, and serves as a liaison with the FAA on maintenance policies. The supervisor participates in the Safety Management System and performs duties delegated by the Director of Maintenance, Manager of Maintenance Operations, or CAM.

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 aircraft maintenance programs and control systems.
Recent Global 7500 experience: at least six months within the past 24 months.
Located within one hour of KDJT or willing to relocate there.
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 established maintenance standards, methods, and procedures.
Coordinate maintenance training requirements with the Director of Maintenance and/or Client Aviation Manager.
Develop a budget projecting aircraft maintenance expenses, including 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, and Client Aviation Manager.
Supervise company and non-company aircraft maintenance personnel, including personnel responsible for aircraft interior and exterior cleaning, and ensure the quality and completeness of maintenance performed under the Director of Maintenance’s authority.
Coordinate with outside personnel and Approved Maintenance Organizations performing maintenance on company aircraft, and conduct vendor evaluations in coordination with the Manager of Maintenance Operations, Director of Maintenance, and Client Aviation Manager.
Maintain complete and accurate records of inspections, repairs, component changes, aircraft flight and engine times, Airworthiness Directives, manufacturer service letters, and FAA maintenance instructions.
Ensure compliance with applicable Airworthiness Directives and Service Bulletins.
Remove known unsafe aircraft and aircraft that do not comply with applicable regulations from service, and ensure aircraft are airworthy before returning them to service.
Maintain aircraft operational readiness while minimizing schedule impact where practical.
Serve as the company’s liaison with 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.