Maintenance Manager - Global 8000 (Van Nuys, CA)

Location: Van Nuys, CA 91406 – Onsite

About the Role

Lead with precision and excellence as a Maintenance Manager with Jet Aviation. In this critical leadership role, you will oversee all aspects of aircraft maintenance, ensuring peak airworthiness, safety, and regulatory compliance across a premium fleet. You will manage scheduled inspections, coordinate with OEMs and regulatory bodies, drive operational reliability, and uphold the highest standards of maintenance quality. This position demands a proactive, detail-oriented professional with deep technical expertise, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to supporting seamless flight operations for a discerning clientele.

Requirements

• Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic (A&P) certificate required
• Five years of aviation maintenance experience, and three years of practical corporate aircraft experience
• Thorough knowledge of maintenance planning, management oversight of inspections, repairs, and modifications
• Ability to work a variable schedule to meet flight mission profiles
• Willingness to travel extensively worldwide with no restrictions
• Two years of college or equivalent technical training
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Inspection Authorization (IA) certification desired
• Computer savviness and operational knowledge of Microsoft products

Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills
• Deep understanding of the aviation industry
• Pleasant, friendly, and professional demeanor
• Quality-driven mindset and dedication to excellence
• Proactive and self-motivated approach
• Ability to address technical and practical challenges
• Strong leadership and team collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to company manuals and regulatory standards
• Maintain technical proficiency through training and represent Jet Aviation as an industry ambassador
• Plan and coordinate scheduled and unscheduled maintenance
• Monitor remote location maintenance and manage computerized tracking programs
• Evaluate directives and bulletins for applicability
• Procure and compare maintenance quotes for supervisor review
• Perform and oversee maintenance, inspections, and repairs to ensure aircraft readiness and compliance with airworthiness standards
• Maintain accurate logbooks and records while monitoring remote maintenance activities
• Collaborate with clients, vendors, and internal teams to meet maintenance requirements
• Manage contracts, manuals, and budgets
• Ensure accuracy in invoices and payments
• Take on special projects and responsibilities as needed

Work Environment

• Perform tasks requiring regular use of hands, standing, walking, sitting, with occasional climbing, kneeling, or crouching
• Frequent lifting and moving up to 50 pounds, including overhead lifting
• Maintain sharp vision across various ranges and depths
• Operate in a variety of environments, from heavy maintenance areas to upscale customer spaces
• Experience dynamic atmosphere of aircraft arrivals and departures, including occasional high noise levels, vibrations, and exposure to fuel fumes
• Adapt to changing weather conditions and seasonal temperature extremes in hangar settings

Pay

The anticipated salary range for this position is $245,000 to $270,000. The final salary will be determined based on factors such as the candidate's experience, geographic location, and other relevant considerations.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Health and wellness awards
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts