STS Technical Services · 18 hours ago
Director of Aircraft MRO Maintenance Operations
Milwaukee, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expSTS Technical Services is hiring a Director of Aircraft MRO Maintenance Operations to lead repair station operations in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This senior leadership role is responsible for directing all operational, regulatory, and commercial functions of the repair station while ensuring compliance, performance, and sustainable growth.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Direct or delegate all aspects of repair station operations including production, sales, business development, customer service, engineering, shipping, and receiving
Ensure sufficient manpower resources are available to support all required tasks, including staffing levels, training, and qualifications
Ensure equipment, tooling, and materials are available to support all required maintenance activities
Lead hiring efforts and workforce planning for repair station personnel
Ensure completion of annual employee feedback and performance reviews
Establish reports and maintain accountability for key performance indicators and operational metrics
Establish, manage, and adjust the annual operating budget as required
Oversee production planning and forecasting of in house maintenance work
Communicate and enforce company policies across all departments
Communicate regularly with executive management and station staff
Ensure compliance with FAA FAR Part 145, EASA Part 145, and all applicable regulatory certifications
Ensure compliance with customer and OEM contractual obligations
Ensure the Repair Station Manual, Quality Control Manual, Training Manual, and EASA Supplement are current
Approve capability list changes as required
Serve as the primary liaison between the repair station and the FAA
Administer the FAA Drug and Alcohol Testing Program
Qualification
Required
Five to ten years of relevant management experience in aviation maintenance or repair station operations
Strong leadership, management, and communication skills
Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and production control
Ability to lead cross functional teams and manage complex operational environments
Preferred
FAA Airframe or Airframe and Powerplant certificate preferred, or eligibility for a Repairman certificate upon assuming the position
Four year degree in a related field preferred
Company
STS Technical Services
STS Technical Services is a Top 100 Staffing Firm that’s partnered with some of the largest names in the aerospace, manufacturing, defense and industrial industries.
51-200 employees
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