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 10/28/2026 at 4:00 PM EST. If the deadline is extended, we will update this job posting accordingly.

As a Maintenance Controller, youare 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 executive capacity, the Maintenance Controller supervises the maintenance and/or alteration of Wheels Up Private Jetsoperatedaircraft.

Location: Chamblee, GA (North Atlanta, GA)

• This role is on-site at Wheels Up's Member Operations Center (MOC)
• This role is not offering a remote option
• Relocation is not being offered for this role

• As the delegate of theaircraftcertificate 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 repaired in a timely manner.
• Assign maintenance personnel, including vendors,inthe 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 bya groundedaircraftare aware of the status of the aircraft.
• Reviewaircraftrecords 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 onaircraftprior to approval of theaircraftfor return-to-service.
• Ensure requiredaircraftparts are obtained and shippedin a timely manner.

We’re looking for someone who has a unique mix of experience, skills, and passion for what we do:

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

While not mandatory, here are some additional things that would make you stand out:

• 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…