Supervisor - Aircraft Maintenance

United Airlines•Newark, NJ

2d•$134,663 - $164,589

About The Position

The Supervisor - Aircraft Maintenance oversees and coordinates all maintenance functions during a shift at an assigned location. The role ensures work is performed safely, on schedule, and in compliance with company, regulatory, and manufacturer procedures. The supervisor assigns aircraft maintenance technicians and related personnel to support productivity and cost control, ensures teams have appropriate resources, and holds employees accountable for assigned work. The position provides leadership and direction to the shift workforce, supports a fair and respectful work environment through consistent application of collective bargaining agreement rules and company policies, and executes station performance goals aligned with divisional and company objectives. The supervisor oversees the safety and security of aircraft and operations, communicates with employee groups and leadership about operational status and significant events, and directs station personnel toward operational objectives.

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.
Ability to identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities; compare data from different sources; draw conclusions; choose effective courses of action or develop appropriate solutions; and act consistently with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
Demonstrated technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas, including keeping up with current developments and trends.
Set high performance standards and assume 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.
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 meet operational requirements, maximize productivity, and control costs.
Ensure the team has appropriate resources and hold personnel accountable for assigned and performed work.
Provide leadership and direction to the on-shift workforce to maximize productivity and output.
Build and reinforce a fair and respectful work environment through consistent application of collective bargaining agreement work rules and company policies.
Execute station performance goals and objectives aligned with divisional and company goals.
Monitor operational, safety, and human resources performance objectives.
Oversee aircraft and operational safety and security to ensure regulatory compliance of technical operations activities.
Maintain communication with employee groups within the station.
Report operational status and significant events to leadership.
Direct assigned station personnel to help achieve station and divisional objectives.