Manager, Line Maintenance Vendors

Allegiant•Las Vegas, NV

34d•$110,000 - $150,000

About The Position

The Manager, Line Maintenance Vendors supervises and oversees contract maintenance providers and supports maintenance needs at Allegiant outstations. The role is accountable for safe, compliant, reliable, and cost-effective maintenance operations, including vendor staffing and capability, operational performance, contract administration, budget control, and corrective action. The Manager works 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 travel greater than 75% of the time, including out-of-state and international travel, and the ability to respond to operational needs outside normal business hours. It requires a high school diploma or GED, an Airframe & Powerplant certification, at least seven years of progressive maintenance experience in a Part 121 environment, and at least three years in maintenance leadership, vendor management, or operational oversight. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States, pass a criminal background check, and hold a valid, unexpired passport book. The position is full time and offers a salary of $110,000 to $150,000 per year. Allegiant identifies this role as an essential services provider position; team members may be required to report to their assigned work location during declared national or state emergencies unless prohibited by government order.

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.
Must have a valid, unexpired passport book.
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 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.
Physical ability to stand, sit, talk, hear, see, reach, stoop, kneel, climb, and use hands and fingers to operate tools.
May be required to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work various shifts and days in a 24-hour situation, in confined areas, and at a computer terminal for extended periods.
Ability to wear personal protective gear.
Regular attendance is required.

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 outstation maintenance, overseeing daily execution, aircraft availability, staffing, safety, regulatory compliance, quality, and operational performance.
Ensure vendor maintenance follows 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 events by setting priorities, coordinating resources, directing vendor support, resolving barriers, and escalating operational risks as 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.
Establish and monitor vendor performance expectations and key performance indicators, including response times, delays, repeat discrepancies, workmanship, documentation, cost, invoice accuracy, and contractual compliance.
Lead performance reviews, investigations, corrective actions, and follow-up when vendors fail to meet expectations.
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, including defining requirements, supporting sourcing and negotiations, coordinating implementation, monitoring compliance, managing renewals, and partnering with Procurement and Legal.
Develop and manage vendor forecasts, budgets, invoice approvals, reconciliation, and cost-control initiatives; identify ways to reduce expenses without compromising safety, compliance, or performance.
Lead maintenance-related special projects and initiatives, including new station openings, vendor transitions, process improvements, cost-reduction efforts, and system implementations.
Maintain productive relationships with maintenance 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.