Repair Station Manager

Astronics Corporation•Waukegan, IL

1d•$60,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Repair Station Manager is responsible for running an efficient and compliant FAA Part 43, 65, and 145 repair station, as well as an applicable EASA Repair Station. The role oversees customer and regulatory audits, quality requirements, turnaround time, training, staffing, and regulatory requirements for repaired items. It also maintains compliance with applicable Quality Management System processes and uses repair station data and key performance indicators to identify opportunities for improvement. This onsite position leads a team responsible for repair station activities, including electronics testing, troubleshooting, rework and repair, labeling, and inspection. The manager supports airworthiness decisions and ensures that maintenance practices, inspection methods, technical data, and Repair Station CMM requirements are followed. The position also drives corrective actions and continuous improvement while fostering team collaboration, motivation, and morale. The role is based at Astronics CSC in Waukegan, Illinois, and is not remote.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in a regulated industry, such as automotive, medical, military, or aviation.
At least 5 years of work experience in manufacturing, remanufacturing, or modification of electronic, mechanical, or electromechanical assemblies and related products.
At least 2 years of leadership experience, organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Knowledge and experience with quality systems, supplier quality management, production systems, organization, scheduling, coaching, and mentoring.
Experience with process definition, rollout, training, and monitoring.
Working knowledge of ISO 9001/14000 and AS9100 processes.
Experience working in cross-functional teams.
Knowledge of problem solving, root cause analysis, error proofing, continuous improvement, key performance indicators, and statistical analysis techniques.
Advanced proficiency with computational applications, including Microsoft Office Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook, as well as Epicor and Intuitive.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate in English in writing, orally, and in presentations.
Bachelor’s degree in electronics, mechanical, technology, or systems, or equivalent experience performing engineering field responsibilities.
Must successfully pass a drug test and background check; applicants who do not pass both will not be considered.
Must comply with required background checks and initial and random ongoing drug and alcohol screening.

Responsibilities

Manage and lead maintenance activities and delegated responsibilities under FAA Part 145 and applicable EASA regulations, including Repair Station CMM requirements.
Implement and ensure compliance with maintenance practices, inspection methods, and technical data requirements used to determine article airworthiness.
Oversee electronics testing, troubleshooting, rework and repair, labeling, inspection, and other repair station processes.
Collect and report repair station data and key performance indicators related to quality, material, delivery, personnel performance, schedule attainment, customer service, and other leadership or company requirements.
Support onsite customer and regulatory authority audits and visits.
Comply with applicable background-check requirements and initial and random ongoing drug and alcohol screening.
Manage and implement the Problem Solving Process, including follow-up on identification, implementation, and verification of corrective actions (FRACA).
Drive and execute continuous improvement initiatives to increase or assure quality, effectiveness, and efficiency.
Train and support employees in interpreting technical drawings, datasheets, component maintenance manuals, and service bulletins.
Promote collaboration and serve as a liaison for cultural change in alignment with management expectations.
Lead a team performing a safety-sensitive function.
Implement and comply with ethical and legal requirements.
Lead and manage the designated team, fulfill related responsibilities, and address and resolve team-member concerns.

Benefits

Quarterly incentive compensation bonus.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Disability and life insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
Voluntary life/AD&D, critical illness, accident prevention, and hospital indemnity insurance programs.
401(k) plan with a company contribution of 3% of eligible wages and potential annual discretionary addition.
Profit sharing.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Employee Assistance Program and wellness initiatives.
Paid Time Off (PTO), Volunteer Time Off (VTO), and paid holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Tuition reimbursement.
Career growth opportunities.