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United Airlines

Flies passengers and cargo worldwide from US hubs

Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor - Aircraft Maintenance

Aviation Operations & Aircraft MaintenancePosted on Nov 10
Full-timeCleveland, OH, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • An FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate is required.
  • A valid driver's license is required.
  • Five years of experience in the aircraft maintenance industry is required.
  • The candidate must meet or exceed operational performance goals, including on-time performance, maintenance check span, productivity, and safety objectives.
  • The candidate must identify the need for change or improvement and take corrective action or work with leadership to resolve issues.
  • The candidate must build and maintain a professional and productive work environment for labor groups and the supervisor team.
  • The candidate must effectively communicate with employees and align the team for success.
  • The candidate must have extensive knowledge of aircraft maintenance operations and applicable Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.
  • The candidate must identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities; compare data from different sources to draw conclusions; choose effective approaches and develop appropriate solutions; and act consistently with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
  • The candidate must have achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas and keep current with developments and trends in areas of expertise.
  • The candidate must set high performance standards and take responsibility and accountability for completing assignments or tasks.
  • The candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.
  • Successful completion of an interview is required.
  • Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and coordinate all maintenance functions on shift at the assigned location, ensuring activities are performed safely, meet schedule requirements, and comply with company, regulatory, and manufacturer procedures.
  • Assign aircraft maintenance technicians and related personnel to achieve maximum productivity and cost control.
  • Ensure the team has appropriate resources and hold team members accountable for assigned and performed work.
  • Provide leadership and direction to the on-shift labor workforce to maximize productivity and output while ensuring necessary resources are available.
  • Build and reinforce a fair and respectful work environment through consistent application of collective bargaining agreement work rules and company policies.
  • Execute station performance goals and objectives in alignment with divisional and company goals.
  • Maintain awareness of operational, safety, and human-resource performance objectives.
  • Oversee the safety and security of aircraft and operations to ensure regulatory compliance of technical operations activities.
  • Maintain communication with employee groups within the station.
  • Report operational status and significant events to leadership, and provide direction to assigned station personnel to achieve station and divisional objectives.

Desired Qualifications

  • A bachelor's degree or four years of relevant work experience is preferred.
  • A background in Aviation Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field is preferred.
  • Two years of leadership experience within a maintenance organization, including a unionized labor workforce, is preferred.
  • A successful track record is preferred.
  • A strong background and technical knowledge of operated fleet types and maintenance programs are preferred.

About the Company

United Airlines

Flies passengers and cargo worldwide from US hubs

United Airlines flies passengers and cargo across the United States and to destinations around the world, running a hub network that spans Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Newark, San Francisco, Washington Dulles and Guam. It was a founding member of Star Alliance, the global airline partnership that links its routes and frequent-flyer benefits with carriers such as Lufthansa and Air Canada. Travelers book seats in economy, premium and Polaris business cabins, and United earns money from fares, bag and seat fees, cargo, and its MileagePlus loyalty program, which sells miles to card partners. United traces its roots to Varney Air Lines, which began flying airmail in 1926, and is based in Chicago.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Founded
1926

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