Supervisor - Aircraft Maintenance

United Airlines•San Francisco, CA

2d•$134,663 - $164,589

About The Position

The Supervisor - Aircraft Maintenance oversees and coordinates all maintenance functions on shift at an assigned location. The role ensures work is performed safely, according to schedule requirements, and in compliance with company, regulatory, and manufacturer procedures. The supervisor assigns aircraft maintenance technicians and related personnel to maximize productivity and control costs, ensures teams have appropriate resources, and holds employees accountable for assigned and completed work. The supervisor leads on-shift labor, promotes a fair and respectful workplace through consistent application of collective bargaining agreement work rules and company policies, and executes station performance goals aligned with divisional and company objectives. The role monitors operational, safety, and human-resources performance; oversees aircraft and operational safety and regulatory compliance; maintains communication with station employee groups; and reports operational status and significant events to leadership while directing station personnel.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
FAA A&P Certificate.
Valid driver’s license.
Five years of experience in the aircraft maintenance industry.
Meet or exceed operational performance goals, including on-time performance, maintenance check span, productivity, and safety objectives.
Identify the need for change or improvement and take corrective action or work with leadership to resolve issues.
Build and maintain a professional and productive work environment for labor groups and the supervisor team.
Communicate effectively with employees and align the team for success.
Extensive knowledge of aircraft maintenance operations and applicable FAA regulations.
Identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities; compare data from different sources; draw conclusions; select effective courses of action or solutions; and act consistently with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
Demonstrate technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas and keep up with current developments and trends.
Set high performance standards and take responsibility and accountability for completing assignments or tasks.
Be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.
Successfully complete an interview.
Maintain reliable, punctual attendance, an essential function of the position.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate all maintenance functions on shift at the assigned location.
Ensure maintenance activities are performed safely, meet schedule requirements, and comply with company, regulatory, and manufacturer procedures.
Assign aircraft maintenance technicians and related personnel to maximize productivity and control costs.
Ensure the team has appropriate resources and hold employees accountable for assigned and performed work.
Provide leadership and direction to the on-shift labor workforce to maximize productivity and output.
Apply collective bargaining agreement work rules and company policies consistently to build and reinforce a fair, respectful work environment.
Execute station performance goals and objectives aligned with divisional and company goals.
Maintain awareness of operational, safety, and human-resources performance objectives.
Oversee aircraft and operational safety and ensure regulatory compliance of technical operations activities.
Maintain communication with employee groups within the station.
Report operational status and significant events to leadership and direct assigned station personnel to achieve station and divisional objectives.