Vice President of Technical Services
About The Position
The Vice President of Technical Services is a senior leadership role responsible for the strategic direction, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance of all technical departments. The role oversees the Part 145 Repair Station, Part 135 maintenance, and Part 91 operations, and has direct responsibility for Supply Chain, Quality Assurance, and Maintenance Planning & Scheduling. The VP ensures technical operations align with company goals, regulatory standards, and customer expectations, with a focus on safety, reliability, and service delivery. This position is 100% on-site at the company’s corporate headquarters in Newport News, Virginia. The role may require travel for audits, inspections, customer visits, or fleet support, and flexibility to manage emergencies or unscheduled maintenance activities. The VP leads technical service departments and develops strategies aligned with corporate objectives and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities include overseeing Part 145 compliance and maintenance operations; supporting Part 135 and Part 91 aircraft maintenance in coordination with Flight Operations; leading Quality Assurance and the Quality Management System; managing audits and corrective actions; directing procurement, inventory, vendors, and logistics; and overseeing maintenance planning, scheduling, fleet status, and forecasts. Employment is contingent on successfully completing a pre-employment background check. Some positions may require drug testing.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Maintenance, Aerospace Engineering, Business, or a related field.
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification.
- At least 10 years of progressive leadership experience in aviation MRO, including oversight of FAA Part 145 and Part 135 operations.
- Strong working knowledge of FAA regulations, AS9100/ISO standards, and aviation quality systems.
- Experience managing cross-functional teams, including maintenance, quality, planning, and supply chain.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
- Demonstrated success building efficient, compliant, and scalable technical operations.
- Broad and comprehensive knowledge of Engineering, Aircraft Modification, and FAA Certification/Supplemental Type Certification processes.
- Experience interfacing with and maintaining effective relationships with senior-level customer personnel.
- Ability to occasionally lift and/or move bulky items weighing more than 50 pounds.
- Willingness to travel for audits, inspections, customer visits, or fleet support as required.
- Flexibility to manage emergencies or unscheduled maintenance activities.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree.
- Experience with ERP/MRO systems such as Quantum, Corridor, or CAMP.
- Six Sigma, Lean, or other process-improvement certification.
- Previous experience liaising with FAA inspectors and regulatory agencies.
- Experience supporting private and charter flight operations (Part 91 and Part 135).
- Military experience will be considered.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage maintenance/modifications, quality, supply chain, and planning/scheduling departments.
- Develop and execute departmental strategies aligned with corporate objectives and regulatory requirements.
- Promote a safety-first, compliance-focused, and continuous-improvement culture.
- Ensure FAA Part 145 compliance, including personnel qualifications, tooling, manuals, training, and audit readiness.
- Oversee maintenance operations, work scopes, and return-to-service processes.
- Maintain effective communication with FAA Principal Inspectors, customers, and vendors.
- Collaborate with Flight Operations leadership to ensure timely, compliant maintenance for Part 135 and Part 91 aircraft.
- Support on-demand and scheduled maintenance activities in coordination with the operational control center.
- Lead the Quality Department and ensure compliance with FAA, AS9100, ISO, and other applicable standards.
- Maintain and continuously improve the company’s Quality Management System.
- Manage internal and external audits, root cause analysis, and corrective and preventive actions.
- Direct procurement, inventory management, vendor management, and logistics.
- Build vendor relationships and ensure availability of critical parts and materials.
- Monitor supply-chain KPIs to optimize cost, performance, and turnaround time.
- Oversee maintenance planning and scheduling to ensure operational readiness and minimize aircraft downtime.
- Drive long-range planning to align resource availability with maintenance demand.
- Monitor fleet maintenance status and forecast upcoming maintenance events.
- Travel for audits, inspections, customer visits, or fleet support as required.
- Manage emergencies or unscheduled maintenance activities as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
