Heavy Maintenance Representative

National Airlines, based in Orlando, FL, operates passenger charter service as well as customized military and commercial air cargo carriages worldwide. National Airlines specializes in over-sized, time-sensitive, and special handling requirements, utilizing 747-400 and A-330 aircraft to accomplish its missions.

About the role

This is a home-based position located in Orlando, FL, within the Maintenance department. The Heavy Maintenance Representative reports to the Manager of Heavy Maintenance and is classified as exempt under FLSA.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the company's Safety Management System (SMS) in accordance with the responsibilities detailed in the Safety Management System Manual.
• Supervises and reviews the work of aircraft mechanics at the maintenance facility and ensures a high standard of performance.
• Takes action to ensure that personnel are qualified.
• Ensures adequate safety precautions are observed in operational performance.
• Reviews paperwork generated by the maintenance station for accuracy and completeness.
• Monitors station staffing and schedule to ensure adequate maintenance coverage and operational efficiency.
• Maintains contact with Maintenance Control regarding the aircraft’s condition.
• Forwards copies of repair information to Maintenance Control as work is completed; sends original paperwork to Aircraft Records.
• Maintains current inventory of flyaway kits, including serviceable parts, unserviceable parts, and tools.
• Coordinates the return of used parts.
• Reviews aircraft fleet performance, works with maintenance control to address critical MEL items and operational impact items.
• Assists flight crews with troubleshooting of problems.
• Retrieves technical information from aircraft manuals, company manuals, and other approved resources in order to troubleshoot, repair, and identify parts.
• Coordinates Service Bulletin implementation and works card review with Quality Control.
• Coordinates repairs and troubleshooting with company and contract maintenance personnel.
• Provides updates for Aircraft modifications to all departments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility

Technicians and other maintenance department employees.

Requirements

• At least three years maintenance experience on different types of transport category aircraft with an air carrier.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid passport.
• Valid FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant rating.
• Ability to learn and use technical manuals, good mechanical aptitude, and ability to solve problems effectively.
• Good leadership qualities and ability to work alone making good decisions under pressure.
• Good communication skills (verbal, written, and via email).
• Organized, self-directed individual who is a team player.
• Must be able to prioritize effectively.
• Analytical skills and good judgment/decision making.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five plus years’ experience on same type aircraft operated by National Airlines (747, 757).
• Five plus years Maintenance Control experience and/or Aircraft Maintenance Supervisory experience with an air carrier operating same type aircraft operated by National Airlines.

Physical Demands

• Extended periods at workstation with aircraft.
• May be required to travel to work aircraft AOG situation.

Work Environment

The work environment is generally at offsite MRO facilities where aircraft are sent for maintenance.

Travel

Must be able to travel for maintenance activities and/or aircraft familiarization and troubleshooting.