Maintenance Controller

Join Our Team at Wheels Up

At Wheels Up, we're proud to be a global leader in on-demand private aviation. As one of the largest companies in the industry and a strategic partner of Delta Air Lines – we are committed to making private air travel safe, reliable, and enjoyable. With a diverse fleet of owned aircraft plus a global network of trusted charter operators, we offer our customers access to the right aircraft for their needs and the ability to fly on their terms.

And it doesn’t stop at private flights. Wheels Up also provides freight services, safety and security solutions, and managed services to individuals, businesses, government agencies, and more. Regardless of how, when or where you want to fly, our mission is simple; deliver a premium, personalized aviation experience for every customer.

We anticipate closing applications submissions for this role on 09/04/2026 at 12:00 PM EST. If the deadline is extended, we will update this job posting accordingly.

As a Maintenance Controller, you are responsible for ensuring thataircraftwithin the Wheels Up Private Jetsoperatedfleet aremaintainedin compliance with all regulatory requirements. Youare responsible formonitoringaircraft,initiating, and overseeing maintenance events to ensureaircraftare returned to service ina timelyand effective manner. In an executivecapacity, the Maintenance Controller supervises the maintenance and/or alteration of Wheels Up Private Jetsoperatedaircraft.

Chamblee, GA (North Atlanta, GA)

• As the delegate of the aircraftcertificate holder’s Director of Maintenance (DOM), you will execute certain designated functions of the DOM’s office. Youare responsible for ensuring compliance with all company policies as outlined in the WUPJ operating manual.
• Ensure all out-of- service for maintenanceaircraftare repairedin a timely manner.
• Assign maintenance personnel, including vendors, in the correct performance of aircraft repairs and overseeing repair efforts as well as maintaining communication on repair status.
• Create work packages for scheduled, unscheduled, and Line Maintenance.
• Coordinate with maintenance vendors to plan, execute, oversee, and document maintenance events.
• Ensure all departments affected by a groundedaircraftare aware of the status of the aircraft.
• Review aircraftrecords and tracking to ensure compliance with maintenance programs.
• Work harmoniously with Maintenance Leadership, Flight Operations, maintenance vendors, and all operational entities and personnel.
• Ensure proper documentation of the work performed on aircraftprior to approval of theaircraftfor return-to-service.
• Ensure required aircraft parts are obtained and shippedin a timely manner.

• Valid and current Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years' relevant hands‑on experience in Part 121, 135/91

• Formal training (Flight Safety Maintenance initial) in Phenom 300, Challenger 300/350 preferred
• 4+ years combined experience in inspection, maintenance or servicing of corporate type aircraft preferred
• Direct experience working on airframes like:
  Citation XL, Citation X, Beechcraft King Air, Hawker Beechcraft 400XP, Phenom 300, or Challenger 350 preferred
• Advanced knowledge of inspection and maintenance procedures for the noted aircraft models and systems.

• Ability to sit for long periods of time.

At Wheels Up, we believe in fair compensation based on experience, skills, and qualifications. The compensation for this role ranges from $84,000/Yr. to $105,000/Yr., depending on a variety of factors. We don’t typically start individuals at the top of the salary range; your place within the range is based on what you bring to the table. Additionally, you may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program, which rewards individual and organizational performance.

• Applicants must have current and ongoing authorization to work full‑time in the United States without the need…