Manager, Line Maintenance Vendors

Allegiant•Las Vegas, NV

23d

About The Position

The Manager, Line Maintenance Vendors supervises contract maintenance providers and supports maintenance operations at Allegiant outstations. The role is accountable for safe, compliant, reliable, and cost-effective maintenance, including vendor staffing and capability, operational performance, contract administration, budget control, and corrective action. The Manager partners with Maintenance Control and other Technical Operations teams to resolve aircraft maintenance issues, support operational recovery, implement new stations and service agreements, and lead projects that improve maintenance performance and support company objectives. The position requires the ability and willingness to travel more than 75% of the time, including out-of-state and international travel. It also requires responding to operational needs outside normal business hours in a 24-hour airline environment. The role is designated an essential services provider position; Team Members may be required to report to their assigned work location during national or state emergencies unless prohibited by government order. The posting includes physical demands and work-environment information described for a Mechanic, including exposure to airport noise and weather conditions, possible lifting up to 50 pounds, use of tools and personal protective gear, and working in confined spaces; the description does not clarify which of these mechanic-specific demands apply to this managerial role. The posted salary range is $110,000–$150,000 per year. Full-time benefits listed include profit sharing; medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; medical travel reimbursement; legal, identity, and pet insurance; a 401(k) with employer match; employee stock purchase plan; employee assistance program; tuition reimbursement; flight benefits; and paid vacation, holidays, and sick time. The posting also lists a separate set of part-time benefits.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Airframe & Powerplant certification.
At least seven years of progressive maintenance experience in a Part 121 environment.
At least three years in a maintenance leadership, vendor management, or operational oversight role.
Must be authorized to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Act of 1986.
Must pass a criminal background check.
Valid, unexpired passport book required.
Ability and willingness to travel more than 75% of the time, including out-of-state and international travel.
Ability to lead maintenance vendors and cross-functional teams during routine operations, AOG events, and other time-critical maintenance situations.
Ability to make sound operational decisions, manage competing priorities, and communicate clear direction in a 24-hour airline environment.
Ability to read, understand, and analyze contractual agreements.
Working knowledge of FAA regulations, Part 121 air carrier maintenance requirements, company maintenance manuals, vendor agreements, and contract administration.
Ability to respond to operational needs outside normal business hours.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Maintenance, Aviation Management, Business, or a related field.
Experience overseeing line maintenance vendors, outstation maintenance, operational recovery, and performance-improvement programs.
A320 or 737 MAX maintenance experience.
Familiarity with maintenance planning, reliability, quality assurance, and aircraft records functions.

Responsibilities

Supervise contract maintenance providers and support maintenance needs at Allegiant outstations, with accountability for daily execution, aircraft availability, staffing, safety, regulatory compliance, quality, and operational performance.
Ensure vendor maintenance complies with FAA regulations, the General Maintenance Manual, applicable technical data, company policies, and contractual requirements.
Lead maintenance response during AOG, out-of-service, and other significant operational events by setting priorities, coordinating resources, directing vendor support, resolving barriers, and escalating operational risk when needed.
Partner with Maintenance Control, Line Maintenance, Engineering, Reliability, Quality Assurance, Materials, Planning, and other Technical Operations groups to protect aircraft availability and support operational recovery.
Set and monitor vendor performance expectations and KPIs, including response time, delays, repeat discrepancies, workmanship, documentation, cost, invoice accuracy, and contractual compliance.
Lead vendor performance reviews, investigations, corrective actions, and follow-up when safety, quality, operational, financial, or service expectations are not met.
Conduct station visits, readiness reviews, and ongoing assessments of vendor staffing, tooling, training, facilities, procedures, and capability.
Conduct and oversee required deicing and ground support equipment audits at outstations; document findings, coordinate corrective actions, and verify continued compliance.
Manage maintenance contracts and service agreements throughout their lifecycle, including defining requirements, supporting sourcing and negotiations, coordinating implementation, monitoring compliance, managing renewals, and partnering with Procurement and Legal.
Develop and manage vendor forecasts and budgets, approve and reconcile invoices, and lead cost-control initiatives while protecting safety, compliance, and operational performance.
Lead maintenance-related projects and initiatives, including new station openings, vendor transitions, process improvements, cost-reduction efforts, and system implementations.
Maintain productive relationships with providers and internal stakeholders, enforce accountability, and report on maintenance performance, contract status, risk, cost, and corrective actions.
Perform other duties as assigned by Management.