Aviation Maintenance Leader: Assistant DOM (Part 145

Aviation Maintenance Leader:
Assistant DOM (Part 145)

Location:

Englewood, CO

Employment Type:

Full-Time, Permanent W2

About Client

This premier aviation maintenance hub at Centennial Airport is widely recognized for excellence in general aviation, fleet service, and high-quality aircraft upkeep. Fostering a collaborative, safe, and strictly FAA-compliant hangar environment, the organization deeply values loyalty and actively promotes from within, making it an ideal long-term home for dedicated aviation professionals.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary:
  Highly competitive and negotiable based strictly on depth of leadership and general aviation experience
• Relocation Assistance:
  Full relocation package available for highly qualified, out-of-town candidates
• Shift: Standard 5x8 schedule, with high flexibility to transition to a 4-day, 10-hour (4x10) workweek based on operational workflow
• Benefits Package:
  Long-term career stability with a direct track for internal promotion within a state-of-the-art facility

Job Summary

Serve as a critical leadership pillar alongside the Director of Maintenance (DOM) in a top-tier general aviation facility. This role requires an authoritative, long-term-minded professional to supervise an exceptional team of technicians, manage complex workflow schedules, ensure absolute regulatory compliance, and seamlessly run daily operations in the DOM's absence.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily maintenance activities, allocate technician assignments, and optimize aircraft turnaround times within budget constraints
• Ensure uncompromising compliance with all FAA regulations and manage meticulous maintenance documentation
• Support internal audits and the continuous upkeep of company quality manuals
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate junior mechanics to cultivate a culture of safety, accountability, and professional development
• Serve as the primary professional liaison to customers and vendors, providing clear technical explanations, cost estimates, and maintenance updates
• Assume full operational authority and responsibilities of the Director of Maintenance during their absence or delegation
• Drive key performance indicators (KPIs), including rework reduction, maintenance efficiency, and safety performance

Minimum Requirements

• Valid and current FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
• Active Inspection Authorization (IA) credential, or demonstrably in the active process of obtaining one
• Minimum of 5 years of dedicated aircraft maintenance experience, with the most recent consecutive years operating directly within a General Aviation (GA) environment
• Minimum of 2 years of recent, proven experience in a Lead A&P, Supervisor, or Maintenance Management capacity
• Strict requirement of previous experience working within a Part 145 Repair Station environment
• Comprehensive working knowledge of FAR Parts 43, 65, 91, 135, and 145
• Proficiency with digital aircraft maintenance tracking software and Microsoft Office
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving history
• Physical capability to stand, kneel, lift up to 50 lbs, and work occasional weekends or evenings as operational needs dictate

Ideal Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience maintaining GA piston aircraft platforms, such as Piper, Diamond, and Cessna