Tanker MRO Manager-MDSeries

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Aero Air is the parent company of Erickson Aero Tanker (EAT). EAT operates year-round firefighting operations in support of our government contracts.

We invite applicants for role of Tanker MRO Manager - MD80 Series!

We offer a very competitive wage and excellent benefit package! Our benefits include relocation reimbursement, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) plan with an automatic 3% employer provided safe harbor contribution upon hire, healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, employer funded health reimbursement arrangement, employee paid life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, pet insurance, corporate discount program on things like travel, gym memberships and more!

Position Summary

The Tanker MRO Manager-MD80 Series is the technical expert in Aviation Maintenance, Repair and Operations. This role is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, airworthiness and dispatch reliability of McDonnell Douglas MD-80 series fleet and requires the incumbent to have deep knowledge of the JT8D-200 series engines, aging aircraft programs and structural repair (SRM) applications for classic commercial airframes.

Required Duties and Responsibilities -Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the required duties and responsibilities.

• Direct all scheduled and unscheduled MRO maintenance lines for the MD-80 series fleet to maximize dispatch reliability.
• Manage heavy maintenance visits (A and C Checks), line maintenance, and structural repair projects.
• Troubleshoot complex systems unique to the MD-80, including its analog/digital hybrid avionics, pneumatic systems, and mechanical flight control rigging.
• Oversee JT8D-200 engine maintenance, performance tracking, borescope inspections, and engine replacement schedules.
• Approve and certify aircraft return-to-service (RTS) following complex maintenance or modifications.
• Ensure full compliance with FAA Airworthiness Directives (ADs), manufacturer Service Bulletins (SBs), Internal company SOP's, Repair Station Manuals, and aging aircraft programs.
• Maintain complete technical documentation, including aircraft logs, maintenance records, and tracking systems.
• Supervise and mentor a team of Crew Chiefs/ A&P technicians to act as onsite quality control representatives at the MRO.
• Coordinate with supply chain units to source hard-to-find components and legacy parts specific to the MD-80 aircraft.
• Manage maintenance budgets, tracking labor hour expenditures and part costs against project milestones.
• Willingness and ability to work outdoors for long periods of time, utilizing various types of equipment, stands, ladders, boom lifts, scissor lifts, tugs, forklifts, etc.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 65+% of the time.
• Must maintain reliable, regular, and predictable attendance.
• Successful completion and favorable results of pre-employment drug screen and criminal history background check.
• Adhere to all Aero Air/Erickson Aero Tanker policies and standards of conduct.
• Other activities as directed.

Required Knowledge, Qualifications and Education

• Expert knowledge of mechanical flight control rigging and cable tension systems.
• Proven experience with structural modifications and rivet layouts using the MD-80 SRM.
• Proficiency with modern aviation Maintenance Management Systems (MMS) or MRO tracking software.
• Clean record/history with FAA and primary customer base (US Forest Service and other government agencies).
• Must maintain a valid state driver's license and clean driving record.
• Must maintain a valid passport or obtain a valid passport.
• Excellent organizational skills and…