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The Worldwide Aviation Support Services (WASS) program, an AAR business, headquartered in Rockledge, FL, provides global, world-class expeditionary and conventional aviation solutions to the US Department of State Air Wing.

Role Description: 

The Maintenance Manager ensures that all records and documentation are properly maintained, and that inspection requirements are scheduled and coordinated with the appropriate maintenance activities. This role is responsible for preparing specialized plans to support aircraft maintenance and leads small teams of mechanics, coordinating their activities under the direction of the Site Manager and the Director of Maintenance.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Must be qualified as a Maintenance Rotor Wing Test Pilot, MTP and able to perform all the required associated duties.
• Review all maintenance records for discrepancies or updates to ensure it meets the aircraft mission needs in a timely manner.
• Provide daily assignments to mechanics to support flying schedule.
• Works with production and quality managers to ensure established procedures are followed.
• Provide Main Base and administrative support to the Maintenance and Engineering organization.
• Oversee all GSE and TMDE functions.
• Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to all DoS, OSHA, and company safety regulations.
• Ensure AWIS is updated correctly, work card and packages are closed properly.
• Communicate with management on any problems within the work area.
• Plan, support and attend weekly and monthly Operations scheduling meetings.
• Provide daily aircraft and personnel status to senior management.
• Ensure component records are updated and AOG demands are followed up.
• Ensure cannibalization for component and parts are updated in AWIS, and paperwork is completed.
• Ensure all aircraft and component life limited parts are maintained.
• Manage critical flight safety program.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization policies and applicable laws Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree from a four-year college or university in a related field and or combination of education and related experience.
• Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
• FAA Commercial and Instrument Airman's Certificate Rotorcraft.
• FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
• Qualification in the UH-60 A-L-M, SH-60 Series, MH-60 series or HH-60 series Documented civil or military Maintenance Test Pilot, MP, Functional Check Pilot, FP course completion.
• 1,500 total rotary wing flight hours including 500 hours of turbine engine time.
• Night Vision Goggle, NVG qualified and 300 hours of NVG experience.
• 50 hours Maintenance Test Pilot, Functional Check Pilot time in H-60 series aircraft.
• 250 hours flight time, in category, within the past 5 years Current FAA issued mechanic certificate with both Airframe and Power Plant ratings.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in acquisition and sustainment of aircraft and aircraft systems.
• Knowledgeable of Army manual 95-1, DA DOS PAM 738-750- 571, Air Force Technical Orders and the certificate holders General Maintenance Manual and the Operations Specifications.
• Minimum 3 years of experience on fleet types relevant to the assigned program.
• Good working knowledge and understanding of applicable Federal Aviation and Department of Defense regulations Excellent oral and written English communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Access, Excel, PowerPoint and scheduling - maintenance management software.
• Experience in working with and supervising a mixed fleet of light and heavy lift rotor-wing wing aircraft.
• Must be capable of multitasking.
• Fosters a collaborative environment.
• Coaches and mentors team members while reinforcing a culture of accountability supporting our commitments to Quality First and Safety Always.
• Obtain and maintain US secret security clearance Ability to travel from primary duty station to CONUS and OCONUS locations may include remote or austere sites.

• Compensation and Benefits:

• Salaried Position.
• 40 hour work schedule.
• Competitive salary and bonus package.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Generous paid time off program.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

Preferred: 

• Prior US Military MP-ME pilot and or experience on the DoS INLA program.
• 100 hours flight time in H-60 series aircraft within 24 months.
• Exposure to military operations.
• Minimum 10 years maintenance experience.