Manager of AD Compliance

Sun Country Airlines•Fort Snelling Unorganized Territory, MN

4h•$95,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Sun Country Airlines is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Manager of AD Compliance to lead our Airworthiness Directive (AD) Management Program. This role ensures the continued airworthiness and regulatory compliance of our fleet through rigorous oversight, analysis, and coordination with internal teams and regulatory authorities. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for safety, compliance, and operational excellence, we’d love to meet you.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or a minimum of five years of experience in airline maintenance programs or engineering
Minimum of three to five years of experience working with Airworthiness Directives
Minimum of three to five years of experience researching and interpreting CFRs and other FAA documentation (ACs, ADs, Orders, Notices, FAA Handbooks)
Minimum of three to five years of experience working with complex M&E software systems for AD control and tracking
Strong knowledge of the Code of Federal Regulations, Advisory Circulars, FAA Orders, Notices, and Type Certificate Data Sheets (TCDS)
Experience working directly with the FAA

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated, in depth expertise in configuring and optimizing TRAX Engineering Schedule Controls, with a strong understanding of how control functions interact and influence one another within TRAX.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with the Sun Country Airlines Airworthiness Directive Management Process as outlined in the Sun Country General Maintenance Manual (GMM)
Review all Airworthiness Directives (ADs) and Notices of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRMs) for applicability and initiate scheduling as required
Ensure timely review of TRAX Engineering Controls and Task Cards related to applicable ADs
Maintain the database of all ADs and NPRMs in accordance with GMM requirements
Monitor all aspects of AD compliance and promptly report any delinquent items to the Director of Quality Control / Quality Assurance - Chief Inspector
Conduct Audits and Quality Assurance on AD Controls. Oversee internal audits of AD setups and tracking within M&E systems
Monitor, refine, and modify processes and procedures related Airworthiness Directive Tracking and Processing section of the Sun Country Airlines GMM
Assess OEM Service Bulletins (SBs) for potential upcoming ADs and propose proactive actions
Submit proposed process changes to the Director Technical Operations Engineering for review and approval
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit package including dental and vision
PPO and high deductible health plans
Health savings accounts (HSA and FSA)
Dependent Care
Starting day one free standby and discounted travel privileges for employees, family, & friends
401(k) match
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program including counseling for employees and their family
Fitness incentive and Stop Smoking Support