Reclamation Manager

Reclamations Manager

This role oversees all aspects of aircraft teardown, parts harvesting, documentation, compliance, and workflow coordination across our reclamations program. If you are an experienced leader with a strong understanding of aircraft systems, parts handling, documentation, and operational management, we want to connect with you.

Ascent Aviation Services is one of the largest aviation maintenance, repair, overhaul, storage, and reclamation operations in the world. Our strength comes from our talented and professional employees who excel through teamwork and enthusiasm. We continue to grow and are continually looking for motivated and career‑mindful aviation professionals who will support our vision and goals.

• Act as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the product lifecycle.
• Introduce customers to key program personnel and define contacts for schedules, budget, and concerns.
• Provide daily progress updates, highlighting milestones, and address issues proactively.
• Clearly present labor, material, and cost estimates for customer approval.
• Establish and communicate critical paths to ensure alignment with timelines and objectives.
• Identify and mitigate constraints, escalating issues to directors when necessary.
• Oversee dismantling of aircraft and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Supervise review of non‑preplanned documents to identify tooling and labor requirements.
• Ensure valid documentation of job numbers, part numbers, and serial numbers for removed components.
• Monitor labor and material charges daily to ensure budget adherence.
• Review and validate invoicing details for accuracy and customer alignment.
• Ensure customer approval is obtained for original and revised maintenance estimates.
• Assign and manage workloads across departments for optimal resource utilization.
• Attend required meetings and report on project progress and customer feedback.
• Maintain accurate time and production records.
• Ensure completion of all required paperwork in compliance with regulations.
• Provide orientation and on‑the‑job training, including documenting training records.
• Enforce safety regulations, proper equipment use, and quality standards.
• Promote teamwork and maintain communication within the department.
• Conduct performance evaluations and recommend personnel actions.
• Drive continuous improvement and process enhancements.
• Lead corrective actions and root cause analysis for assigned projects.

• 401(k) with company match
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• Paid time off – eligible for 3 weeks in your first year, plus 7 company holidays
• Company‑provided short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and life insurance
• Development and career growth opportunities

• Strong knowledge of aircraft teardown and reclamation processes, with the ability to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations.
• Ability to interpret technical documents and determine required labor, tooling, and resource needs.
• High attention to detail with accurate documentation skills, including traceability of parts, job numbers, and serial numbers.
• Strong financial and analytical skills to monitor labor, material usage, and project costs while ensuring budget alignment.
• Effective communicator with the ability to provide clear project updates, support customer interactions, and represent the department.
• Proven leadership skills including workload management, performance feedback, training, and team development.

• 3–5 years of experience in aircraft maintenance with 3 years of progressive supervisory experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree in business or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, training, or experience.
• Certification or experience in continuous improvement (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean Management) – preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish – preferred.

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, kneeling, balancing, and reaching above shoulder level.
• Occasional crawling, kneeling, or balancing.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50…