Supervisor, Aircraft Line Maintenance

American Airlines • San Francisco, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is part of the Line Maintenance Team within the Integrated Operations Division and is responsible for overseeing aircraft maintenance technicians as they repair American Airlines aircraft and return them to service. As a front-line people leader, the supervisor helps ensure aircraft are returned to service safely, compliantly, and on time by managing workload, resources, and relationships with internal support groups, regulatory authorities, and vendors. The position is based at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and has an annual salary range of $106,000 to $138,000.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalency.
• At least 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant Certificate.
• Must pass FAA criminal background checks to qualify for unescorted access privileges to airport security identification display areas (SIDA).
• Must be able to secure appropriate airport authority and/or US Customs security badges, if applicable.
• Knowledge of the functional area.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to supervise management, non-management, and contract labor work groups.
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities concurrently.
• Strong interpersonal and PC skills.
• Ability to supervise multiple areas of responsibility concurrently.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in a business or technical field, or equivalent work experience.
• Two years of a successful management track record in maintenance and/or production environments.
• Three years of hands-on experience in the repair or manufacture of large transport category aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Guide and direct terminal and/or hangar aircraft maintenance through crew chiefs and leads.
• Oversee implementation of the organization's plans, processes, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure crews are efficiently utilized to accomplish the operation's workload.
• Meet company objectives in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Provide timely and comprehensive communication to the workforce.
• Maintain effective work relationships with airport management, the FAA, TSA, other government agencies, suppliers, and similar groups.
• Collaborate with other supervisors to accomplish directives and objectives.
• Identify unsatisfactory results and take steps to correct them.
• Identify training and development needs of AMTs within the supervisor's span of control.
• Provide effective feedback to coach and develop crew chiefs and leads.
• Work effectively with union leadership and the workforce.

Benefits

• Travel perks for the employee, family, and friends across the airline's global network.
• Health, dental, prescription, and vision benefits available on day one.
• Virtual doctor visits and flexible spending accounts.
• Wellness programs with tools, resources, and support.
• 401(k) program available upon hire; employer contributions may be available after one year, depending on the workgroup.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Pet insurance.
• Discounts on hotels, cars, cruises, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED