Project Manager; Weekend Shift

Project Manager (Weekend Shift) (Fly Exclusive)

The Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordination, and execution of aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) projects. This role ensures projects meet quality standards, budgets, and timelines while delivering superior customer experience. The Project Manager acts as the liaison between internal teams and the customer, providing regular communication and oversight of the full project lifecycle, and ensuring compliance with FAA Part 145 regulations and company procedures.

• Develop and manage detailed project plans, including schedules, resources, and budgets.
• Maintain consistent and proactive communication with customers, providing status updates, timelines, and resolution of concerns.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Materials, Quality Assurance, Interiors, Paint, and Avionics departments to align project execution with customer expectations.
• Monitor day-to-day progress to ensure adherence to timelines, scope, and quality standards.
• Conduct progress meetings and address challenges with Crew Chiefs, Team Leads, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure timely availability of parts and equipment by coordinating with Materials and Procurement.
• Partner with Quality Assurance to ensure all work complies with FAA regulations and internal quality standards.
• Provide timely and accurate project documentation, including work scopes, work orders, budget tracking, and change orders.
• Lead and facilitate customer-facing meetings or calls to present updates, resolve issues, and build lasting relationships.
• Ensure ethical and accurate invoicing in collaboration with the Invoice Specialist and present final invoices to customers.
• Promptly close out projects, including collection of progress payments and post-service customer follow-up.
• Document lessons learned and recommend process improvements for future projects.
• Mentor junior team members and support professional development of cross-functional teams.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools.
• Understanding of FAA Part 145 regulations and MRO environments.
• Customer-first mindset with a focus on delivering quality and satisfaction.

• Fast‑paced aviation environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Primarily performed in an office, with occasional exposure to hangar conditions.
• Some travel may be required to meet with customers or attend industry‑related events.
• Flexibility in schedule may be necessary based on project demands.

• Ability to see and hear clearly.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and speak English clearly.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to climb, twist, bend, crouch, stoop, kneel, and crawl.
• Ability to regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds.

fly Exclusive does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, protected genetic information, parental status, marital status, political affiliation, or retaliation based on prior protected EEO activity.

Additional duties may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Project management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is a plus.
• Minimum 3‑5 years of experience in project management within the aviation or MRO industry.
• Strong understanding of aircraft maintenance processes and FAA regulations.
• Proven ability to manage complex, multidisciplinary projects with competing priorities.
• Must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States and provide two forms of Federal Identification.
• Must successfully complete a comprehensive background check prior to employment.
• Position classified as Safety‑Sensitive under FAA regulations; subject to pre‑employment and random drug/alcohol testing.

• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Experience in aircraft maintenance project management, MRO operations, or related fields.
• Proficiency in Corridor or similar aviation work order management systems.