Global 6500 & Caravan Maintenance Supervisor - Farmingdale, NY

Solairus Aviation•Farmingdale, NY

10d

About The Position

The Solairus Aviation Maintenance Supervisor leads maintenance activities for assigned aircraft and ensures compliance with company policies and airworthiness standards. The role includes routine maintenance tracking, long-term planning, scheduling and completing maintenance events, and financial responsibility for maintenance-related costs. The supervisor reports to the Director of Maintenance and/or the Client Aviation Manager (CAM). The position oversees aircraft maintenance personnel, including company employees and non-company personnel, and coordinates with approved maintenance organizations and vendors. It maintains accurate aircraft and maintenance records, ensures compliance with Airworthiness Directives and Service Bulletins, and removes unsafe or noncompliant aircraft from service until they can be returned to an airworthy condition. The supervisor also serves as a company liaison with the FAA, supports the Safety Management System, and ensures that the tools, parts, equipment, materials, and facilities needed for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance are available. Solairus Aviation is a private aviation services company that manages and operates aircraft. The company describes itself as an equal-opportunity employer and offers nationwide operating bases, a stimulating work environment, and modern benefits.

Requirements

Hold a valid Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate.
At least 10 years of experience in corporate aircraft maintenance operations.
Knowledge of the Code of Federal Regulations and aircraft maintenance standards.
Proficiency in planning, implementing, and directing aircraft maintenance programs and control systems.
Recent experience with Global 6500 and Cessna Caravan aircraft: experience within the past 24 months.
Be located within one hour of KFRG or be willing to relocate within one hour of KFRG.
Remain fit for duty and abstain from drug and alcohol abuse.
Be committed to safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Lead maintenance activities for assigned aircraft and implement Solairus Aviation maintenance standards, methods, and procedures in compliance with 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 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, or CAM.
Supervise company and non-company aircraft maintenance personnel, including aircraft interior and exterior cleaning, and ensure maintenance quality and completeness.
Coordinate outside maintenance with non-company personnel and Approved Maintenance Organizations in consultation with the Manager of Maintenance Operations, Director of Maintenance, and CAM; conduct 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 applicable Airworthiness Directives and Service Bulletins.
Remove known unsafe or noncompliant aircraft from service and ensure aircraft are airworthy before return to service.
Maintain aircraft operational readiness while minimizing schedule impact.
Serve as the company liaison with the FAA on maintenance policies.
Maintain certification and technical recency requirements under 14 CFR 65.83.
Audit tool calibration and material control, and ensure adequate tools, parts, materials, support equipment, and facilities are available for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.