Senior Manager - Aircraft Maintenance (Hub)

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Description

At United, we have some of the best aircraft in the world. Our Technical Operations team is full of aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that help make sure they’re well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you’re ready to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape.

Job overview and responsibilities

Reporting to Managing Director, leadership of all Technical Operations activities within the hub station ensuring the highest levels of safety, operational performance and regulatory compliance whilst maintaining a strong focus on product & process improvement, cost control, productivity and team building. Supports Managing Director to plan and actively manage both long range and day to day maintenance operations within the hub station. Works closely with direct reports and labor to ensure optimal productivity, positive labor relations and adequate resources are available to support the mission.

• Execution of departmental strategy and business plan through direct leadership of station maintenance personnel
• Shared responsibility for budgetary compliance and cost control within the station
• Provide leadership and direction to maintenance organization including labor workforce to maximize productivity and output in accordance with collective bargaining agreements where applicable whilst ensuring necessary resources are available
• Build / reinforce a fair and respectful work environment through consistent application of CBA work rules and company policies
• Execute station performance goals and objectives aligning with divisional and company goals
• Maintain a high level of awareness of operational, financial, compliance, safety and human resource related performance objectives
• Ensure safety and security of aircraft and operations
• Interface with regulatory authorities and local governments to ensure regulatory compliance of technical operations activities
• Maintain a high level of communication with all levels & employee groups within the station
• Report status of operations, highlighting significant events to MD whilst providing direction to assigned station personnel to ensure divisional objectives are achieved
• Identify key issues needing to be addressed and assign projects where applicable

Qualifications

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation Management, Engineering, or related field, or comparable experience
• FAA A&P Certificate
• 8 years in the aircraft maintenance industry with a minimum 3 years in management involving a leadership role
• Extensive knowledge of aircraft maintenance operations and applicable FAA regulations
• International vendor, contract and regulatory experience (for International region leadership)
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

• 2 years in a leadership role within a large maintenance organization including a unionized labor workforce
• A proven successful track record
• Strong background and technical knowledge on fleet types operated and maintenance programs
• Strong cultural awareness to build and maintain professional relationships on a global basis

The base pay range for this role is $140,600.00 to $183,108.00.
The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.


You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.


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