Maintenance Base Manager

About the role

This Is How We Fly At JSX, we’re not just a lifestyle carrier – we’re a lifestyle employer. Here, entrepreneurship meets determination, and excellence is our standard. We believe that the journey is just as important as the destination, and every day, we strive to create a Joyful, Simple eXperience for our Customers. Join us, and find your runway to growth, innovation, and success.

Responsibilities

• Championing Safety: Promote safety as the top priority for both aircraft and personnel, and ensure all work follows OSHA, FAA, and Company standards.
• Leading the Maintenance Team: Oversee maintenance personnel as they perform preventive maintenance, repairs, modifications, and inspections in accordance with 14 CFR, manufacturer specifications, the GMM, and Company policies.
• Prioritizing, Assigning, and Coordinating Maintenance Activities: Prioritize, assign, and coordinate maintenance activities to minimize delays, improve efficiency, and ensure timely aircraft delivery.
• Supporting Company Operations: Collaborate with other maintenance bases and consider Company-wide needs when making operational decisions.
• Setting and Evaluating Standards: Establish performance expectations and assess productivity, safety practices, and workmanship across the team.
• Training and Development: Provide hands-on training, guidance, and mentorship while continuously assessing the effectiveness of the OJT program.
• Maintaining Equipment: Ensure all shop tools, ground support equipment, vehicles, and fuel-dispensing equipment are operated safely and remain in serviceable condition.
• Maintaining a Safe Workplace: Enforce OSHA and safety guidelines and provide required safety training to the team.
• Managing Materials Flow: Ensure proper material handling and control as outlined in the GMM; work with the Materials team to ensure parts and supplies arrive on time.
• Communicating Aircraft Status: Provide timely, accurate updates on aircraft serviceability and communicate status changes to Maintenance Control.
• Managing Shift Operations: Oversee shift turnover reports, lead shift briefings, and participate in management meetings to maintain alignment and efficiency.
• Ensuring Accurate Documentation: Verify that all forms, maintenance records, work orders, and manual revisions are completed correctly; monitor timekeeping, payroll entries, and resolve pay issues as needed.
• Upholding Company Policies: Communicate and enforce Company policies and procedures; recommend GMM updates to improve clarity and operational effectiveness.
• Partnering with Corporate Soul: Coordinate on matters involving leaves of absence, benefits, compensation, and employee support programs.
• Managing Vendor Relationships: Work with third-party vendors—such as building maintenance, uniforms, and janitorial services—to ensure timely and quality service delivery.
• Hiring & Leadership: Participate in screening and interviewing candidates; coach, motivate, and supervise direct reports; conduct performance reviews and oversee employee development.
• Promoting Company Culture: Foster the Company’s core values and maintain a positive, collaborative work environment.
• Managing Logs & Records: Maintain the out-of-service log for ground support equipment and regularly review maintenance turnover logs for accuracy.
• Overseeing Calibration: Manage equipment calibration procedures within your assigned area.
• Supporting Additional Needs: Take on special projects and perform other qualified duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience with an FAA Airframe and Powerplant license and Associates degree
• 10 years A&P experience on similar aircraft
• 5 years Management or supervisory experience
• Must hold valid violation free FAA-issued Airframe and Powerplant License
• Able to occasionally lift 75+ pounds
• Able to perform intermittent physical activity including bending, reaching, and prolonged periods of standing
• Able to work flexible shifts including early mornings, late nights, holidays, and weekends
• Able to work indoors and outdoors
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal & written and must be fluent in English
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and Google Applications
• Experience using electronic maintenance tracking programs
• Strong computer skills, specifically in MS Office, etc.
• Capable of interpreting drawings, blueprints, service bulletins, AD's and any other related documents required
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or associates at all levels of the organization
• Ability to manage high-stress situations
• Ability to manage people
• Able to work both in a team setting and individually
• Able to prioritize multiple tasks in a stressful environment
• Ability to communicate in an effective, calm and professional manner at all times
• Able to drive tugs, trucks, taxi aircraft or other company equipment
• Must procure own tool set
• Preferred Experience: Bachelor's degree in Aviation or Business or equivalent industry experience
• Highly knowledgeable in Company Manuals, Federal Aviation Regulations, Operations Specifications, Aircraft Flight Manuals, and other documents and data pertaining to the duties listed above
• 5 years of experience on Embraer EMB-145 aircraft preferred
• Advanced knowledge of aircraft common and special tools and test equipment, aircraft technical orders/job guides/publications and schematic diagrams, drawings, charts, technical publications, aircraft engine, landing gear, and flight control systems

Qualifications

Be Part of a Team That Values You: Join a tight-knit, supportive team of professionals who are passionate about aviation and committed to safety and excellence.

No Two Days Are the Same: Every flight brings unique challenges and opportunities to shine.

Make a Tangible Impact: Your leadership, strategic thinking, and operational expertise directly contribute to maintenance readiness and the overall efficiency of flight operations.

You’re More Than a Number: At JSX, you’re a valued Crewmember, not just a call sign.

Skills

• Adaptable: Thrives in dynamic environments, adjusting quickly to changing priorities, weather, and operational needs.
• Critical Thinker: Quickly assesses situations and makes sound, safety-first decisions.
• Organized: Effectively manages tasks and priorities under tight timelines, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.
• Proactive: Anticipates issues and takes initiative to address them before they escalate.
• Safety-Oriented: Instinctively prioritizes safety in every action and holds self and team accountable to the highest standards.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: You bring energy, ownership, and creativity to your role, always looking for ways to improve processes and elevate the Customer experience.

Benefits & Perks

• Health Benefits: New Crewmembers become eligible for coverage on the 1st of the month following the start date, with medical plans beginning at just $110/month.
• 100% employer paid dental & vision, plus up to $2,100 annually for HSA contribution.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage at no cost.
• Travel Benefits: Enjoy free non-revenue standby travel on JSX, plus deeply discounted standby travel other major domestic & international airlines for you and your qualifying immediate family.
• 401(k) match: 50% of your first 8%
• Generous PTO: Take time to recharge with our flexible PTO plan.

Pay

$100,500.0 - $125,600.0

Schedule

Flexible shifts including early mornings, late nights, holidays, and weekends.

Application Instructions

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