Aircraft Maintenance Manager

Job Description – Aircraft Maintenance Manager 

Summary 

The Aircraft Maintenance Manager performs and is responsible for the accomplishment of the aircraft maintenance functions including maintenance support equipment and vehicle maintenance.  This person works with the aircraft maintenance staff accomplishing the service and repair of aircraft, engines and systems in accordance with the applicable Federal Aviation Administration approved manuals, regulations and other regulatory agencies as required.  This person also ensures all maintenance staff training records, aircraft records, powerplant, and propeller logbooks follow the applicable regulatory and CAE USA guidance.  Ensures work is completed on time.  The meaning of the term aircraft refers to fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft.   

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Reports to the Director of Aircraft Maintenance  

• Accomplishes aircraft maintenance, modifications, and servicing in accordance with the specifications set forth by the various OEM’s approved manuals and maintenance program, the FAA regulations, and other approved data.   

• Updates aircraft and inspection records to include the applicable data base(s).   

• Performs technical research as required to determine status/compliance of aircraft data. 

• Provides technical guidance and oversight to aircraft maintenance staff on techniques, practices, aids, equipment, and tools used to perform the maintenance, preventive maintenance, or alterations. 

• Provide regular coaching, checking and mentoring to the aircraft maintenance staff in a structured manner to ensure high quality training, standardization and professional behavior.  

• Maintains the aircraft maintenance staff’s training records  

• Accomplish all work in compliance with industry standard and CAE USA safety policies and procedures.   

• Performs other duties as assigned. 

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Qualifications and Education Requirements 

• A & P License with a minimum of 10 years’ experience 

• Inspection Authorization (IA) desirable 

• Turbine powered aircraft experience 

• Valid and current state issued driver’s license   

• Experience with aircraft avionics and electrical systems  

• Composite and sheet metal repair experience  

• Read, understand and interpret complex technical data including engineering drawings, diagrams and instructions   

• Strong working knowledge of FAA regulations applicable to aircraft maintenance, modification, and operation 

• Detail oriented, organized, with demonstrated problem-solving skills 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

• Highly motivated self-starter 

• Strong computer skills 

• Ability to operate effectively within a team environment  

• Must be able to work independently and direct others 

• Must be able to work overtime as required 

• Must be willing to work any shift or day of the week as required 

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Communication and Interpersonal Skills  

• Full command of the English language, both technical and social.   

• Effective communication skills both verbal and written 

• Be able to use typical office software programs and communicate via personal computer, telephone and fax. 

Work Environment 

• Work is performed in an aircraft maintenance and operational environment, both hangar and flight line 

• High noise environment  

• All weather conditions  

• Domestic and international travel as required. 

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

• Must be able to walk and/or climb stairs and ladder into an aircraft cockpit or simulator 

• Must be able to stoop, bend, and crawl on top or under aircraft and associated servicing equipment  

• Work outside in inclement weather and heat associated with a flight line environment 

Other Duties 

Note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Position Type                       

CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer 

CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other  characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process.  If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com.