Regional Manager Line Maintenance

Breeze Airways™•Tampa, FL

22d•Onsite

About The Position

The Regional Manager, Line Maintenance reports to the Director of Maintenance (DOM) and directs line maintenance activities and aircraft servicing at regional maintenance bases. The role schedules work and builds staffing models to meet the Breeze Maintenance Inspection Program, while ensuring maintenance personnel are trained and qualified for assigned tasks. As the primary Technical Operations contact for the assigned region, the manager supports and coordinates daily activities among Maintenance Operations Control, IOCC, and Station Operations. The position is located in either the Tampa, Florida, or Orlando, Florida, area and requires travel 40% of the time. The manager ensures maintenance work complies with the Breeze General Maintenance Manual, company policies and procedures, and Federal Aviation Regulations. The role oversees maintenance facilities, ground support equipment and tooling; coordinates aircraft work and status updates; develops operational processes and KPI reporting; supports recruiting, training, budgets, audits, and safety management activities; and promotes quality, safety, and compliance. The manager is also expected to meet performance measures and uphold Breeze’s values of Safety, Kindness, Integrity, Ingenuity, and Excellence.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent educational achievement.
Current, valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License with no history of infractions.
Ten years of aviation maintenance experience, including at least five years of leadership experience with progressing responsibilities.
Understanding and working knowledge of FAA regulations, including CFR 121.
Valid driver’s license.
Valid passport with no travel restrictions.
Ability to obtain and maintain a SIDA badge in accordance with TSA requirements.
Flexibility to work various shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, if needed.
Willingness to travel 40% of the time.
Must pass a DOT pre-employment drug test.
Must pass a TSA-required fingerprint-based criminal history records check and a Breeze background check.
Authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English; must be fluent in English.
Skills in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Analytical skills using tools such as Power BI and Tableau.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong presentation skills, including the ability to communicate with leadership.
Ability to manage high-stress situations, collaborate with fellow Team Members, and multitask.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting, climbing, working at heights and in confined spaces, and performing maintenance work in varied conditions.

Nice To Haves

Ten years of CFR 121 air carrier line maintenance experience.
Five years in leadership roles.
Experience maintaining Embraer E-Jet and Airbus family aircraft.
Experience with maintenance planning, including familiarity with a Maintenance Information System such as TRAX.
Degree in Aerospace, Aviation Maintenance, or Business.
Understanding of Safety Management System (SMS) rules.

Responsibilities

Direct regional line maintenance activities and servicing of company aircraft.
Ensure work complies with the Breeze General Maintenance Manual, company policies and procedures, and Federal Aviation Regulations.
Communicate with Maintenance Operations Control (MOC) and Maintenance Planning to ensure routine and non-routine work is completed according to schedule.
Keep MOC informed of aircraft status related to technical delays and out-of-service time.
Ensure line maintenance facilities and aircraft ground support equipment, including tooling, are maintained and calibrated.
Develop and continuously improve processes and procedures to support best practices and operational performance.
Develop and deliver KPI reports on operational performance and goals.
Support recruiting through interviews, candidate assessment, and participation in local hiring events.
Support Team Member development, training, engagement, growth, and performance, including participation in TechOps Committee groups.
Build, manage, and maintain capital and operating budgets with the DOM.
Support the company CASS and assist with implementing corrective actions related to internal or FAA audits.
Manage and support SMS activities, including promoting and reporting safety concerns and identifying hazards.
Promote an environment where quality, safety, and compliance are everyone's concern.
Perform other duties as assigned by the DOM.
Meet performance measures and established standards in accordance with Breeze values.
Coordinate and collaborate with other company departments as needed.