Aviation Director of Maintenance (DOM)

Must haves:

- Part 119 - Part 135 Operations Background in a smaller company looking to grow out a maintenance department

- 5+ years of exp as a DOM coming from a company that experience exponential growth

- Local candidate (Relo is on the table but is not preferred)

What you will do:

-Oversees all aircraft maintenance activities, including overhaul, modifications, maintenance, and repairs, ensuring compliance with 14 CFR Parts 43, 91, 119, and 135, as well as Company operations and maintenance standards.

-Conducts business matters related to aircraft maintenance with aircraft owners, vendors, clients, employees, and the FAA to support the company's operations.

-Manages the addition or removal of aircraft from the Air Carrier Certificate and maintains required records.

-Coordinates inspections on all aircraft and ensures compliance with airworthiness standards prescribed by regulations, airworthiness directives, manufacturer's procedures, and operating practices.

-Prioritizes aircraft maintenance based on flight schedules and parts availability, scheduling maintenance on a first-priority basis.

-Ensures subcontracted maintenance performed by third-party technicians adheres to the Company's General Maintenance Manual and applicable regulations.

-Acts as the primary liaison to the FAA and other regulatory bodies regarding maintenance matters.

-Maintains current aircraft maintenance records and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements.

-Supervises maintenance department personnel, ensuring activities are conducted safely, on time, and within allocated resources.

-Provides necessary personnel, facilities, equipment, and tools to achieve aircraft availability goals.

-Collaborates closely with the Director of Operations and the COO to provide updates on aircraft status, forecast downtime, mechanical issues, and maintenance scheduling.

-Represents maintenance on the Safety Committee and serves as a member of the Emergency Response Team.

-Maintains weight and balance records for all aircraft in the fleet.