Vice President of Maintenance

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and execute maintenance strategies aligned with Ascent Aviation Services' business objectives.
• Lead and mentor maintenance directors, managers, and technical teams to achieve operational excellence.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and customer focus.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to develop and execute business strategy, workforce plans, and organizational growth initiatives.
• Support business development efforts by evaluating operational capabilities, supporting customer proposals, and ensuring readiness for new programs, aircraft platforms, and growth opportunities.
• Lead major operational initiatives, including new program implementations, facility expansions, and organizational transformation efforts while maintaining operational stability and regulatory compliance.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Planning, Facilities, Finance, Human Resources, and executive leadership to ensure alignment with company objectives.
• Promote employee engagement, retention, and professional development initiatives.

Maintenance Operations

• Oversee all aircraft maintenance, repair, modification, storage, and return-to-service activities.
• Ensure efficient utilization of labor, equipment, facilities, and resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
• Establish performance metrics and monitor operational effectiveness, quality, turnaround times, and cost controls.
• Coordinate maintenance activities to meet customer schedules and contractual obligations.
• Drive operational excellence through lean practices and continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, turnaround times, labor utilization, cost performance, and customer satisfaction.

Regulatory Compliance & Safety

• Ensure full compliance with FAA regulations, company procedures, manufacturer requirements, and industry standards.
• Support Quality Assurance and Safety departments to maintain regulatory approvals/certifications and lead corrective actions resulting from audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews.
• Promote a proactive safety culture focused on hazard identification and risk mitigation.

Customer Relations

• Maintain strong relationships with commercial aviation customers.
• Participate in customer meetings, contract reviews, and operational planning discussions.
• Resolve customer concerns while ensuring high levels of service quality and satisfaction.
• Support sales and business development efforts by providing technical expertise and operational insight.

Financial Management

• Develop and manage departmental budgets and financial performance targets.
• Monitor labor efficiency, material costs, project profitability, and resource allocation.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs while maintaining quality standards.
• Support revenue growth through improved operational performance and customer retention.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 15 years of progressive aviation maintenance leadership experience.
• Minimum 10 years of senior management experience within commercial aviation, MRO, airline maintenance, or aerospace operations.
• Extensive knowledge of FAA Part 145 regulations and aircraft maintenance programs.
• Proven record managing large maintenance organizations and multi-site operations.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong executive leadership and organizational management skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of aircraft maintenance operations, regulatory compliance, and quality systems.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and customer relationship management abilities.
• Strong financial acumen and budget management experience.
• Ability to analyze complex operational challenges and implement effective solutions.
• Proven ability to lead large, diverse teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong strategic planning and decision-making capabilities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Occasional squatting, lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 20 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Frequent interaction with aircraft maintenance facilities, hangars, and operational environments.
• Ability to travel as required to support company operations, customers, and business development activities.
• Availability to support operational needs during irregular schedules, emergencies, or critical maintenance events.
• Potential exposure to materials listed on Material Safety Data Sheets.
• Protective Equipment Required: None.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Comprehensive Paid Time Off (PTO) Program
• Seven (7) Paid Company Holidays
• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Competitive Base Salary
• Annual Incentive Bonus Opportunity Based on Company and Individual Performance Objectives
• Relocation Assistance (if applicable)