Director Of Maintenance

Director of Maintenance (Part 135)

Location: Naples, FL

Compensation: $200,000+ annually (commensurate with experience)

Relocation Assistance: Available

Schedule: Full-Time

Lead the Maintenance Operations of a Premier Part 135 Aviation Organization

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Director of Maintenance (DOM) to oversee all maintenance operations for a growing Part 135 aviation organization operating a fleet of approximately 10 aircraft
. This is a leadership position responsible for ensuring the highest standards of safety, regulatory compliance, aircraft reliability, and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of FAA regulations
, Part 135 maintenance programs, inspection requirements, and aircraft conformity processes while providing strong leadership to maintenance personnel and vendors.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and manage all maintenance activities for a fleet of 10 aircraft.

• Lead, mentor, and develop maintenance personnel, ensuring accountability and performance excellence.

• Ensure full compliance with FAA regulations, Part 135 requirements, manufacturer maintenance programs, and company policies.

• Oversee aircraft conformity inspections and submissions for FAA compliance.

• Manage all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance events.

• Coordinate and monitor maintenance orders, repairs, alterations, and inspections.

• Develop and maintain aircraft maintenance forecasting programs to maximize fleet availability and minimize downtime.

• Review and audit maintenance records to ensure accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance.

• Oversee inventory management, parts procurement, vendor relationships, and purchasing activities.

• Establish cost controls while maintaining the highest standards of safety and airworthiness.

• Manage work order systems, maintenance tracking platforms, invoicing, and maintenance-related budgets.

• Monitor and audit inspection programs, maintenance vendors, and third-party repair stations.

• Coordinate aircraft downtime schedules with flight operations to support business objectives.

• Serve as the primary liaison with FAA representatives, auditors, maintenance providers, and regulatory agencies.

• Ensure proper documentation and retention of maintenance records and airworthiness directives.

• Lead regulatory audits, inspections, and corrective action initiatives.

Qualifications

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License required.

• Previous experience serving as a Director of Maintenance
  , Maintenance Manager, or maintenance leadership role within a Part 135 operation
  .

• Strong knowledge of FAA regulations, Part 91 and Part 135 maintenance requirements.

• Experience managing aircraft conformity inspections and FAA submissions.

• Proven experience overseeing maintenance programs for multiple aircraft.

• Strong understanding of maintenance planning, forecasting, reliability programs, and inspection tracking.

• Experience with inventory control, procurement, and aviation vendor management.

• Ability to manage budgets, maintenance costs, work orders, and invoicing processes.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Strong audit, compliance, and quality assurance experience.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced aviation environment while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred.

• Experience managing turbine aircraft fleets.

• Previous experience leading maintenance operations for fleets of 10+ aircraft.

• Familiarity with aviation maintenance tracking software and electronic record systems.

• Experience working directly with FAA Principal Maintenance Inspectors (PMIs).

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation starting at $200,000+ annually

• Relocation assistance available

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits

• 401(k) with company contribution

• Paid time off and holidays

• Opportunity to lead maintenance operations for a well-established Part 135 flight department

• Stable, long-term career growth within a safety-focused organization

Ideal Candidate

This position is best suited for a strategic aviation maintenance leader who can balance regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, team leadership, and fleet reliability. The successful candidate will be a hands‑on professional capable of building a culture of safety while ensuring every aircraft is maintained to the highest standard of airworthiness.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Naples, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $200000.00 -…