Supervisor - Aircraft Maintenance

United Airlines•Los Angeles, CA

9h•$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 maintenance is performed safely, meets schedule requirements, and complies with company, regulatory, and manufacturer procedures. The supervisor assigns aircraft maintenance technicians and related personnel to maximize productivity and control costs, ensures the team has appropriate resources, and holds employees accountable for assigned and completed work. The supervisor provides leadership and direction to the on-shift workforce, supports a fair and respectful work environment 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 security; communicates with employee groups; and reports operational status and significant events to leadership while directing station personnel toward established objectives.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
FAA A&P Certificate.
Valid driver's license.
Five years of experience in the aircraft maintenance industry.
Meets or exceeds operational performance goals, including on-time performance, maintenance check span, productivity, and safety objectives.
Identifies the need for change or improvement and takes corrective action or works with leadership to resolve issues.
Builds and maintains a professional and productive work environment for labor groups and the supervisor team.
Effectively communicates with employees and aligns the team for success.
Extensive knowledge of aircraft maintenance operations and applicable FAA regulations.
Ability to identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities; compare data from different sources; draw conclusions; select an appropriate course of action or solution; and act consistently with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
Position-related technical and professional skill or knowledge, with the ability to keep up with current developments and trends.
Sets high performance standards and takes responsibility and accountability for completing assignments or tasks.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.
Successful completion of an interview is required.
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree or four years of relevant work experience.
Education 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, ensuring safe work that meets schedule requirements and complies 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 completed work.
Provide leadership and direction to the on-shift workforce to maximize productivity and output.
Build and reinforce a fair and respectful work environment by consistently applying collective bargaining agreement work rules and company policies.
Execute station performance goals and objectives aligned with divisional and company goals.
Maintain awareness of operational, safety, and human-resources performance objectives.
Oversee the safety and security of aircraft and operations 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 station personnel to support station and divisional objectives.