Aircraft Maintenance Manager

Thrive Aviation

Aircraft Maintenance Manager overseeing compliance and efficiency of maintenance control operations for Thrive Aviation's fleet. Ensuring airworthiness and safety with potential travel requirements.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in aircraft maintenance management, regulatory compliance, and leadership within maintenance operations. Proficient in budget management and effective communication across all organizational levels to ensure safety and airworthiness.

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A&P LicenseFAA Regulations ExpertiseAircraft Maintenance ManagementLeadership in Maintenance OperationsBudget Management

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Hard Skills

Aircraft MaintenanceAircraft InspectionParts ManagementRegulatory ComplianceAirworthiness Release Execution

Soft Skills

CoachingCounselingEffective CommunicationDecision-MakingJudgment

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeFlexxTraxxallCAMPCorridor

Certifications & Qualifications

A&P License

Industry Keywords

Part 135 OperatorMaintenance Control OperationsSafety CultureContinuous ImprovementMaintenance Documentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and Monitor the Maintenance Control On-site and remote employees.
Oversee and manage all aspects of maintenance control operations for the Thrive Aviation’s Fleet.
Ensures Maintenance Control conducts themselves within the guidelines of company policies, work rules, and regulatory regulation.
Monitor and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements regarding aircraft maintenance.
Provides coaching, counseling, and guidance to Maintenance Controllers.
Ensures the proper paperwork is provided and filed for component overhauls, aircraft communication /navigation equipment certifications, and associated components in accordance with Thrive Aviation manuals, manufacturer’s manuals, bulletins, and orders.
Ensures proper execution of an Airworthiness Release.
Responsible for signing for the accomplishment of work on applicable work forms and records.
Processes all necessary paperwork as mandated by regulation.
Creates and maintain budgets for maintenance operations, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to financial goals.
Delegates assigned work in an expeditious manner, exercising sound judgement in executing each work project.
Communicate effectively with all levels of staff and management to provide updates on maintenance activities and address any concerns.
Make critical decisions in fast paced environment to ensure the safety and airworthiness of the fleet.
Foster Thrive Aviation’s culture of safety, excellence, and continuous improvement within the maintenance department.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current A&P License required
Bachelor's degree in aviation management or related field; OR 7-10 years of Aircraft Maintenance and Inspection experience with a Part 135 operator
5 years in supervisor or management position.
Expert level knowledge of FAA regulations as it pertains to aircraft maintenance
Strong leadership with extensive knowledge and aircraft maintenance and regulatory requirements.
Advanced skills and knowledge of aircraft parts management
Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office and applicable suite of products
Fluency and knowledge of applicable industry specific-software tools, including Flexx , Traxxall, CAMP, and Corridor are highly preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Some travel may be a requirement