Maintenance Controller; Aircraft

Position
:
Station Production Controllers (Maintenance Controller)- Aircraft Maintenance

Duration
: PERM

Location
:
On-site in Chicago, IL (no hybrid/remote)

Schedule
:
Fluctuating;
Day and Night shifts. Potential for weekends and/or holidays. 12 hour shifts, 4 days on + 4 days off

• 5–7 years A&P Experience (aircraft maintenance; can be a lead, supervisor, or senior)
• FAA A&P Certificate (regulatory requirement)
• Excellent communication skills — must act as station “conductor”
• High school diploma
• Valid driver’s license or passport
• Ability to pass required background checks and TSA Security Threat Assessment (STA) in order to obtain an airport SIDA badge
• Strong problem solving, prioritization, and operational decision-making

• Experience leading a team or supervising support with aircraft maintenance

• Act as the operational “conductor” for all station maintenance activities
• Coordinate scheduled & unscheduled tasks and required resources
• Lead daily station meetings, directing staff on priorities and workflow
• Maintain and update the Line Status Sheet Report
• Align work with fleet routing, maintenance plan, and commercial requirements
• Stage all parts/tooling/manpower before aircraft arrival
• Monitor aircraft arrival/departure times, gate/stand constraints, ground handling
• Maintain station capability data (skills, tooling, man‑hours, shift coverage)
• Adjust workloads based on production capacity, forecasts, and real-time events
• Communicate changes and maximize downtime for defect resolution
• Support OOS aircraft recovery planning
• Ensure compliance with FAA and internal requirements
• Prepare and deliver station performance metrics

The Station Production Controller is responsible for coordinating all maintenance activity at the Chicago station, ensuring aircraft are serviced safely, efficiently, and in alignment with Atlas Air’s operational objectives. Acting as the key communicator and workflow manager, this role orchestrates maintenance tasks, aligns staffing and resources, and drives decision-making in a time‑critical environment. The position is 90% office‑based and 10% at the airport, requiring close coordination with MCC, Planning, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Ground Services to maintain station readiness and support aircraft reliability.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, profit sharing, paid time off and holidays, life and disability insurance, wellness programs, and airline travel benefits including ID90 and ZED fares for employees and eligible family members.