Flight Deck Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Provide direct oversight and synchronize with maintenance personnel to ensure aircraft are flight-ready, addressing any open discrepancies or scheduled maintenance actions.
• Aid in managing, directing, and coordinating maintenance priorities to support the squadron's operational goals and flight schedules.
• Collaborate directly with Quality Assurance (QA), Foreign Object Debris (FOD) Program Managers, and Safety personnel to ensure all maintenance and pre-flight activities adhere to strict operational safety and compliance standards.
• Operational Efficiency & Safety
• Coordinate and supervise activities with QA personnel to certify that all work areas and aircraft are FOD-free before any flight, testing, or maintenance operations.
• Actively monitor all flight line and hangar activities to ensure adherence to safety protocols, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and ground support equipment.
• Play an active role in emergency response procedures, including aircraft emergencies, fuel spills, and medical incidents on the flight line.
• Communication & Reporting
• Serve as the primary communication point of contact and supervise activities between maintenance control, shop leadership, flight crews, and ground personnel regarding aircraft status, maintenance progress, and priority changes.
• Maintain detailed logs and records of all flight line and hangar activities, including aircraft movements, maintenance actions, and safety incidents.
• Attend pre-shift briefings with all relevant personnel to ensure clear communication of the day's operational plan and any potential hazards.
• Additional Responsibilities
• Direct and coordinate the safe movement of all aircraft, vehicles, and personnel.
• Oversee passenger and cargo loading/unloading procedures.
• Monitor and ensure the safety of all fueling operations.
• Address and report any safety, process, or procedure failures to the appropriate leadership.
• Provide direction over a group of two or more individuals daily

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years flight line experience or in a maintenance control environment. Of the 15 years, a minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Advanced knowledge and skill working with OOMA/FAME.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government flight line driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.
• Possess a valid US State driver's license.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred Maintenance Control Class C-555-0053, C-555-0040 and C-555-0054 or subsequent courses.
• Quality Assurance experience.
• In-depth advanced knowledge of FAA regulations and naval aviation procedures.
• Experience with flight scheduling software.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, especially under pressure.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage
• Retailment plan
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off, including holidays
• Learning and Development resources
• Employee assistance resources