Director of Maintenance

Position Overview

Position Title:

Director of Maintenance (DOM)
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Reports to:

CEO
• FLSA Status:
Full-time; exempt
• Compensation: $200‑250K Annually
• Schedule/

Location:

M‑F / IN‑Office KAPA

• Meets all qualifications and experience requirements of 14 CFR 119.71 for the Director of Maintenance position.
• Ensures all maintenance manuals, technical data, and manufacturer standards are followed for inspection, repair, and return‑to‑service of aircraft.
• Directs, plans, and lays out inspection standards, methods, and procedures to ensure compliance with FAA regulations and manufacturer recommendations.
• Maintains all aircraft maintenance records for managed aircraft to FAA standards.
• Provides the Director of Operations, Chief Pilot and Flight Operations Team with a current list of available aircraft and planned maintenance schedules.
• Oversees Maintenance Control and establishes procedures to ensure Flight Operations Team has an up‑to‑date aircraft availability status.
• Coordinates with the Director of Operations, Chief Pilot and Flight Operations Team regarding aircraft changes or substitutions necessary to support flight operations.
• Maintains a professional working relationship with the FAA Principal Maintenance Inspector (PMI) and proactively coordinates on all certificate‑related maintenance matters.
• Ensures adequate maintenance and inspection facilities are available, working with the Facility Manager when necessary.
• Submits required reports under 14 CFR 135.415 and 135.417 using FAA Form 415 or the FAA SDR electronic system.
• Ensures all MEL‑deferred maintenance items are tracked and monitored; prevents aircraft dispatch when MEL, maintenance, or inspection limitations may be exceeded.
• Issues flight permits or special flight authorizations when necessary.
• Conducts annual audits of maintenance records to identify and address occurrences of recurrent defects.
• Has authority to terminate flights under the Air Carrier Certificate when maintenance or airworthiness concerns exist.
• Issues Airworthiness Releases and coordinates with the Director of Operations regarding operational control and aircraft release.
• Ensures proper documentation and calibration of company tooling and test equipment.
• Ensures aircraft weight and balance remain compliant with 14 CFR 135.185.
• Oversees control and tracking of parts, consumables, and life‑limited components.
• Provides required drug and alcohol testing notifications to the FAA Anti‑Drug Program Office when using technicians not enrolled in an approved program.
• Maintains and updates the list of qualified mechanics and personnel authorized to perform Airworthiness Releases both at the main maintenance base and approved repair stations.
• Serves as the responsible manager for the MEL Management Program.
• In coordination with the Director of Operations, disseminates operational and safety information, including revisions and updates to Aircraft Flight Manuals (AFMs).

Expands beyond the GOM requirements to reflect company operations and expectations.

• Provides strategic leadership for all maintenance on the managed aircraft fleet, ensuring optimal aircraft reliability, safety, and availability.
• Oversees Crew Chiefs assigned to specific aircraft; provides guidance, performance management, and ongoing professional development.
• Manages relationships with repair stations, vendors, and OEMs to ensure quality work and favorable terms.

• Develop semi‑annual maintenance financial projections, including scheduled inspections, major services events, and anticipated component replacements.
• Review, approve, and track all maintenance‑related expenses including parts, contractor/vendor invoices, tooling, and technical subscriptions.
• Ensures maintenance activities remain within budget while upholding safety and compliance standards.
• Notifications and approvals to aircraft owners as defined in the Services Agreements.
• Provide timely responses to the Financial Team and aircraft owners on inquiries to expenses.

• Work closely with the Flight Operations…