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About the Role
The Piston Shop Manager leads the day-to-day operation of the Piston Shop, ensuring every project moves through on schedule, on budget, and in full compliance with FAA regulations. This is a hands-on leadership role guiding a team of A&P mechanics, keeping work orders and customer communication on track, and removing barriers that slow a shop down.
Responsibilities
- Lead and guide A&P mechanics; direct the Piston Shop's day-to-day work activity.
- Schedule shop work and manage technician assignments to match workload and priorities.
- Manage projects to ensure schedule attainment and adherence to budget.
- Identify and break down barriers causing schedule delays.
- Aid in troubleshooting, answer technical questions, and help find solutions to keep maintenance projects and technicians on task.
- Direct team members to stay on task and complete work in the most efficient manner.
- Review and approve completed work orders.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant FAA regulations.
- Communicate company goals and project expectations clearly to employees.
- Handle conflict among employees and drive accountability to company metrics.
- Communicate with customers regarding scheduling, maintenance status, squawk approval, and invoicing.
- Communicate cross-functionally with shipping, receiving, parts, HR, and other company leadership as required.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience.
- Minimum 3 years of management experience.
- Minimum 3 years of piston aircraft maintenance experience.
- Must be able to relocate to North Platte, NE 69101 prior to starting work.
Skills
- Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License
- Inspection Authorization (IA)
Location
- North Platte, NE 69101
Work Type
- Full-Time
- Possible on-call for AOG (Aircraft on Ground) support after hours
Experience Level
- 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience
- 3 years of management experience
- 3 years of piston aircraft maintenance experience
Salary/Compensations
- DOE (Depends on Experience)
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Short-term disability
- Relocation assistance