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United Airlines

Flies passengers and cargo worldwide from US hubs

Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor

Aviation Operations & Aircraft MaintenancePosted on Nov 13
Full-timeHouston, TX, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • An FAA 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 communicate effectively with employees and align the team for success.
  • Extensive knowledge of aircraft maintenance operations and applicable FAA regulations is required.
  • The candidate must identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities; compare data from different sources to draw conclusions; choose an effective course of action or develop appropriate solutions; and act consistently with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
  • The candidate must demonstrate technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas and keep current with developments and trends in their 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 and punctual attendance is an essential function of the position.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and coordinate all maintenance functions on shift at the assigned location, ensuring safe performance in accordance with schedule requirements and established company, regulatory, and manufacturer procedures.
  • Assign aircraft maintenance technicians and related personnel in accordance with requirements to maximize productivity and control costs.
  • 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 and ensure regulatory compliance of technical operations activities.
  • Maintain communication with employee groups within the station.
  • Report operational status and significant events to leadership, and direct 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 proven successful track record is preferred.
  • A strong background and technical knowledge of operated fleet types and maintenance programs are preferred.
  • The candidate should understand the capabilities and limitations of generative AI tools and use them effectively for research, analysis, content creation, and problem-solving; validate AI-generated outputs through critical thinking; and comply with company policies on responsible AI use, data privacy, and security.

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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