Minimum Equipment Lists Program Manager

Allegiant•Las Vegas, NV

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Minimum Equipment Lists (MEL) Program Manager is responsible for the coordination in matters concerning development, content, administration, and control of Allegiant’s Minimum Equipment Lists, Configuration Deviation Lists (CDL), Non-essential Equipment and Furnishings (NEF), Maintenance Control Center Procedures and Policy Letters. The Manager ensures that the MEL, CDL and NEF programs adhere to all FAA and CFR requirements.

Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the US as defined by the Immigration Act of 1986.
Must pass a Criminal Background Check.
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
Ten (10) years of experience in a related field.
Knowledge and understanding of all aircraft systems.
The ability to process and translate aircraft technical data into a comprehensive and regulatory format for use by all of Allegiant’s workgroups.
Experience dealing with Minimum Equipment Lists, Configuration Deviation Lists, Non-essential Equipment and Furnishings, and Maintenance Control Center Procedures and Policy Letters.
Knowledge of MMEL regulations and advisory material.
Knowledge of the MMEL guidance material and policy letters.

Nice To Haves

Experience with civil and civil airworthiness regulations.
Familiarity with aircraft electrical or mechanical systems.
Previous interaction with certifications authorities.

Responsibilities

Maintain current MEL, CDL and NEF items and procedures consistent with the FAA MMEL and Manufacturer’s procedures.
Develop, maintain and revise the MEL/CDL/NEF Program as required ensuring compliance with applicable standards.
Prepare, submit, finalize and electronically publish the internally approved revision to the FAA; coordinate additional change(s) when required throughout the FAA review and approval process. Host and/or actively participate in resolution meetings. Coordinate the distribution and effective date and time with all applicable departments.
Coordinate with FAA and OEM’s for MMEL proposals.
Work with Lead Airlines for MMEL industry solutions.
Work with FOEB for MMEL industry solutions.
Works with regulatory affairs for support on resolution of concerns.
Provide MEL, CDL and NEF user support.
Revise MDL/CDL/NEF Program to reflect current company changes (e.g. - Engineering, Operations, Inflight, Marketing and Dispatch.).
Provide supporting documents for all MEL/CDL/NEF Program changes and coordinate with Allegiants’ Technical Publications department to provide revisions and temporary revisions.
Provide 24/7 support and technical knowledge regarding the content and usage of MEL, CDL, NEF.
Work with Maintenance Control to provide resolutions in regards to MEL concerns.
Update AIS with MEL, CDL and NEF item information.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Maintenance Control.