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Eastman · 8 hours ago

Aircraft Maintenance Manager

Kingsport, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Eastman is a global specialty materials company founded in 1920, dedicated to enhancing quality of life through innovative products and solutions. They are seeking an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Manager to lead maintenance, airworthiness, and regulatory compliance for their corporate flight department, ensuring safe and reliable aircraft availability for executive travel.

Advanced MaterialsChemicalManufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead and manage all maintenance, inspection, and airworthiness activities specifically for Gulfstream G450 and G550 aircraft, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations (FAA Part 91, EASA/other international authorities where flights operate) and company policies

Develop, implement and manage the aircraft maintenance program for company aircraft, including scheduled maintenance, structural inspections, AD/SB management, service bulletin implementation, and life limited parts tracking

Maintain complete, audit ready technical records and logbooks for company aircraft (airframe, engines, APU, avionics, and structural records)

Oversee day to day maintenance operations with in house technician and third party MROs experienced on company aircraft (line and heavy maintenance, avionics shops, engine shops). Hire, mentor and evaluate maintenance personnel and contractors. Perform line maintenance as required with aircraft maintenance technicians

Coordinate closely with the flight operations team to support dispatch reliability, trip maintenance planning, and contingency responses for unscheduled maintenance

Manage and optimize maintenance budgets, forecasting, spare parts inventory (including critical rotables and LRUs), and vendor contracts. Negotiate service agreements with authorized service centers and specialized MROs

Administer the aircraft reliability program, tracking dispatch reliability, MEL/CDL usage, and corrective action plans for maintenance issues on company aircraft. Produce maintenance KPIs and executive reports

Champion Safety Management System (SMS) practices for maintenance activities; lead maintenance related investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions

Prepare for and support internal and external audits (regulatory, corporate, insurance) and manage findings to timely closure

Serve as primary technical liaison with aircraft OEM, engine manufacturers, avionics suppliers, and regulatory authorities

Ensure proper handling of international travel requirements: customs documentation for aircraft parts, and export/import logistics when performing maintenance overseas

Manage the maintenance and upkeep of company hangar facilities, property, tools and equipment. To include managing hangar fuel farm and oversight of contracts for hangar supplies, service and upkeep

Qualification

FAA A&P certificateGulfstream G450/G550 experienceAircraft maintenance managementMaintenance tracking systemsInspection Authorization (IA)Gulfstream factory trainingTechnical degree in aviationAnalytical problem solverCustomer service orientationForeign language skillsLeadership skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree

FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate required. Inspection Authorization (IA) or the equivalent is highly desirable. Equivalent international certifications accepted with substantial corporate aviation experience

Minimum 7+ years' aircraft maintenance experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory/management role supporting business aviation. Direct, hands on experience with Gulfstream G450 and G550 aircraft and systems is required

Deep, practical knowledge of G450/G550 airframe systems (pressurization, environmental control, flight controls, landing gear), engines/APU, and Gulfstream specific maintenance requirements and best practices

Proven experience managing ADs, SBs and structural inspection programs for Gulfstream large cabin business jets. Familiarity with G450/G550 structural inspection intervals and corrosion prevention programs preferred

Demonstrated experience with maintenance tracking systems commonly used for business aviation (e.g., CAMP, Traxxall, AMOS, or equivalent) and electronic technical records

Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills; ability to coordinate with flight crews, executives, global operations and external vendors

Willingness to travel domestically and internationally; ability to be on call for maintenance emergencies supporting executive travel

Willingness to work irregular hours to support flight schedules

Preferred

Gulfstream factory training or authorized Gulfstream MRO course completion for G450 and G550 systems and structures

Inspection Authorization (IA) or equivalent certification and prior experience performing sign offs/approvals for return to service

Prior experience managing maintenance for a corporate flight department in a multinational or highly regulated industrial company

Technical degree in aviation maintenance technology, aerospace engineering, or related field

Experience with Rolls Royce BR710/BR700 or Rolls-Royce Tay powerplants, and with the G450/G550 Honeywell avionics/environmental suites as applicable

Familiarity with international customs/export documentation and logistics for moving parts and LRUs across borders

Foreign language skills relevant to company operations

Benefits

Base pay plus performance-based incentive opportunities that let you share in our success.

Comprehensive medical, prescription-drug, and dental coverage—paired with a Health Savings Account option to help you save tax-free dollars for care today or in the future.

A robust menu of voluntary benefits—including vision, optional life, critical-illness protection, and more—so you can tailor coverage to fit your life.

Holistic wellness support: financial-planning tools, family-building assistance (adoption, pregnancy, and fertility resources), parental leave, and confidential Employee Assistance Program counseling.

401(k) with a company match—plus an additional annual retirement contribution from Eastman to accelerate your long-term savings.

Eleven paid holidays, one personal day, paid time off, and paid vacation to recharge, celebrate, or handle life’s moments.

Access to mentorship, learning resources, and leadership programs that empower you to thrive in your current role and chart the next steps in your career.