Private Aviation - Director of Maintenance Part

Fly Alliance is an industry-leading Part
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145 private aviation group specializing in private jet charter, jet card memberships, aircraft sales, aircraft management, parts, and maintenance. Renowned for delivering exceptional luxury, uncompromising safety, and operational excellence, Fly Alliance continues to set the standard in private aviation worldwide. With a growing fleet of over 30 aircraft, eight offices worldwide, including international locations, and a team of nearly 300 dedicated professionals, Fly Alliance supports a truly global operation.

Recognized as a Top
20 U.S. Operator for three consecutive years, the company remains at the forefront of innovation and service within the private aviation industry. Fly Alliance’s commitment to excellence, integrity, and customer satisfaction continues to redefine what clients expect from private air travel.

The Director of Maintenance is responsible for administering the Part
135 Maintenance Department. This position requires a high level of expertise in aircraft maintenance, regulatory compliance, personnel management, policies, processes, and department standard operating procedures. In conjunction with upper management, the individual will continue the development of policies, procedures, and systems to maximize utilization of company aircraft.

• The Director of Maintenance (DOM) has operational control and oversight of all maintenance performed on the aircraft operated.
• The DOM will conduct company business matters with aircraft owners, vendors, clients, employees, and the FAA in support of the company’s business.
• The DOM is directly responsible for the overall performance of all maintenance functions on the aircraft listed on the company’s FAA 14
  
  CFR Part
  135 Certificate.
• Ensures that all work performed is done in an acceptable manner and in accordance with 14
  
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  135, and the company’s operations and maintenance.
• Oversight to ensure the Maintenance Controllers coordinate with maintenance vendors when maintenance is being performed on company aircraft.
• Ensure the required ground support equipment necessary for maintenance is secured and coordinated as needed.
• Establish and maintain a liaison with regulatory authorities, aircraft manufacturers, repair/overhaul vendors regarding rules, regulations, recurring deficiencies, contract maintenance providers, and recommendations for improvement of service.
• Direct, coordinate, review, and evaluate productivity of maintenance department personnel to ensure that maintenance activities are conducted safely, on time, and within allocated resources.
• Assist in the oversight, review and tracking of the monthly budget for each aircraft as it pertains to the maintenance costs.
• Must be highly knowledgeable of the aircraft manufacturers’ maintenance manuals, company operations specifications, CFRs, and applicable portions of the company.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the President of Maintenance.
• May delegate functions and duties to other qualified persons; such delegation does not relieve the Director of Maintenance of overall responsibility.

• Ability to effectively interact and tactfully communicate with various regulatory agencies personnel, both in person and in writing.
• Must possess the ability to manage high stress levels effectively and demonstrate dynamic adaptability in a fast‑paced work environment.
• Must be skilled in managing a team of over 15 employees, effectively utilizing an established hierarchical structure to ensure efficient team operations and collaboration.
• Must be able to read, write and understand safety plans, rules, maintenance instructions, training manuals, material data safety sheets (MSDS), maintenance bulletins and procedure manuals.
• Must be able to effectively operate the company’s computer‑based applications/software and aircraft maintenance tracking programs, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Outlook.
• Must maintain high standards of performance for self and others; demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement in all aspects of the business; monitor, coach and…