MRO Director of Maintenance

Contour Airlines is a long-established aviation services company with diverse capabilities. At Contour Airlines, our core values are at the heart of everything that we do and every decision we make. Constant throughout all of our lines of business is a commitment to integrity and safety. Our team members consistently display an attitude of excellence and the ability to think like a customer.  We recognize that there is strength in unity and work together as a team to accomplish our ambitious goals.  

Contour Airlines offers:

• Competitive salary
• Health, vision, and dental coverage as well as short-term/long-term disability and voluntary life insurance policies.
• Participation in our 401(k) savings plan, which would also be effective the first day of the month following date of hire. The Company match is up to 6%. The eligibility to participate in this benefit will be in accordance with the normal practices and guidelines of the Company.
• Paid sick leave. Accrue up to 56 hours per year which will roll over each year until the sick bank reaches 480 hours.
• Vested vacation hours which become available on January 1^st following your date of hire.
• Non-revenue/space available (NRSA) travel privileges after completing six active months of service.
• A variety of leaves of absence including medical leave, non-medical leave for the care of a family member, maternity leave, paternity leave, personal leave, etc.

Contour Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, creed, sex, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, political affiliation, marital status, pregnancy, pre-disposing genetic characteristics, veteran status, military status, disability, gender identity or expression, familial status, criminal history, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other protected status.

Contour Airlines understands that some applicants may need reasonable accommodations. Please contact the Human Resources Department at hr@flycontour.com to discuss any specific needs that you may have.

Contour's rapid growth has created exciting employment opportunities. We invite you to become part of the family.

Summary of Essential Duties

• Communicate; work effectively and professionally with Shop Supervisor, Component Shop Manager, Aircraft Maintenance Technicians, Service Manager, Parts Personnel, and Management to ensure a positive and efficient work environment.
• Effectively manage Shops Manager, Avionics Manager, and Retail Service Manager.
• Interface daily with Crew Chiefs and Service Managers to ensure a smooth and efficient project performance that meets deadlines and schedules.
• Monitor Maintenance Technician staffing levels to ensure scheduled work is able to be completed effectively.
• Provide, or assist in, quarterly performance reviews when required.
• Ensure executive management is providing effective and proper communication.
• Monitory and report on project and team performance to Crew Chiefs and Management.
• Monitor safe work practices, environmental compliance, and proper housekeeping.
• Ensure company GMM and RSMQCM procedures are being followed by all technicians.
• Ensure maintenance facilities are kept clean and orderly at all times.
• Develop procedures, and/or assist in, developing procedures to increase efficiency and productivity within the department.
• Direct Crew Chief meetings to ensure any potential issues related to projects are being addressed.
• Responsible for hiring processes for all Crew Chiefs and Aircraft Maintenance Technicians.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

• Be at least 23 years of age.
• 10 years experience supporting aircraft for a 121/135 operations and 145 repair station is desired
• Hold a FAA Airframe and Powerplant license
• 4 year degree in aviation discipline.
• Detailed working knowledge of Quantum.
• Prior leadership experience and/or role in business management is preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations related to maintenance and procedures.
• Detailed knowledge of aircraft, manuals, maintenance programs, and procedures.
• Must have a valid driver license and good driving record.
• Be authorized to work in the United States and able to travel in and out of the United States.
• Must have experience and be highly proficient in Microsoft Office 365, Excel, Word, Outlook, and related software.
• Able to pass a required 10-year work history review and submit to criminal history records check.
• Must pass a DOT required pre-employment drug screen and thereafter submit to DOT mandated random drug and alcohol testing.
• Must understand, read, and write English.
• Possess polished and professional interpersonal skills with a positive attitude and a customer-oriented mindset.
• Possess strong leadership, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Must have well-developed people skills and ability to work with a variety of personalities.
• Able to coordinate multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Able to handle interruptions and a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain strong attention to detail.
• Be self-motivated and able to motivate others
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolutions skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal delivered with tact and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Exercise superlative business judgment and can identify and adjust to changing conditions with timely and appropriate actions.
• Be a visionary with ability to clearly see the need for change, and then revise processes or procedures and ultimately implement revisions as needed.
• Be able to analyze the Company's maintenance business, communicate the findings to the CEO/ Executive Vice President of Maintenance, and use the data to drive positive, meaningful change statistically and financially
• Be able to communicate maintenance information and recommendations to non-technical personnel in an informative manner.
• Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including OSHA, EPA, state, and federal regulations.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature and level of work required for the referenced position; they are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in the position. Please be advised that the duties and expectations of this position may be subject to change.