Supervisor - Aircraft Maintenance

United Airlines•Tamuning, GU

About The Position

At United, we have some of the best aircraft in the world. Our Technical Operations team is full of aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that help make sure they’re well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you’re ready to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape. Job overview and responsibilities Responsible for the supervision and coordination of all maintenance functions on shift at the assigned location ensuring these activities are performed in a safe manner in accordance with schedule requirements and in compliance with all established Company, regulatory and manufacturers procedures Assigns aircraft maintenance technician and related personnel in accordance with requirements to achieve maximum productivity and cost control Ensures their team has the appropriate resources available and holds them accountable for the work assigned/performed Provide leadership and direction to on shift labor workforce to maximize productivity and output whilst ensuring necessary resources are available Build / reinforce a fair and respectful work environment through consistent application of CBA work rules and company policies Execute station performance goals and objectives aligning with divisional and company goals Maintain a high level of awareness of operational, safety and human resource related performance objectives Oversee safety and security of aircraft and operations to ensure regulatory compliance of technical operations activities Maintain a high level of communication with employee groups within the station Report status of operations, highlighting significant events to leadership whilst providing direction to assigned station personnel to ensure station and divisional objectives are achieved

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
FAA A&P Certificate
Valid driver’s license
5 years in the aircraft maintenance industry
Meets or exceeds operational performance goals including on-time performance, maintenance check span, productivity & safety objectives
Identifies the need for change and / or improvement and takes corrective action or works with leadership to resolve issues
Builds and maintains professional and productive work environment for labor groups and supervisor team
Effectively communicates with employees aligning the team for success
Extensive knowledge of aircraft maintenance operations and applicable FAA regulations
Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences
Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise
Setting high standards of performance; assuming responsibility and accountability for completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant work experience in Aviation Management, Engineering, Business, or related field
2 years in a leadership role within a maintenance organization including a unionized labor workforce
A proven successful track record
Strong background and technical knowledge on fleet types operated and maintenance programs

Responsibilities

Responsible for the supervision and coordination of all maintenance functions on shift at the assigned location ensuring these activities are performed in a safe manner in accordance with schedule requirements and in compliance with all established Company, regulatory and manufacturers procedures
Assigns aircraft maintenance technician and related personnel in accordance with requirements to achieve maximum productivity and cost control
Ensures their team has the appropriate resources available and holds them accountable for the work assigned/performed
Provide leadership and direction to on shift labor workforce to maximize productivity and output whilst ensuring necessary resources are available
Build / reinforce a fair and respectful work environment through consistent application of CBA work rules and company policies
Execute station performance goals and objectives aligning with divisional and company goals
Maintain a high level of awareness of operational, safety and human resource related performance objectives
Oversee safety and security of aircraft and operations to ensure regulatory compliance of technical operations activities
Maintain a high level of communication with employee groups within the station
Report status of operations, highlighting significant events to leadership whilst providing direction to assigned station personnel to ensure station and divisional objectives are achieved