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Southwest Airlines · 1 day ago

Heavy MX Project Manager

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$126K/yr - $140K/yr

Southwest Airlines is committed to providing a stable work environment that encourages creativity and innovation. As a Heavy Maintenance (MX) Project Manager, you will oversee critical maintenance operations, ensuring that Aircraft Maintenance Technicians have the necessary resources and leading initiatives to improve compliance and efficiency.

Public Transportation

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provide Production a daily plan, making certain everyone is aligned with duties and production goals are being met

Work on root-cause analysis and drive change when goals go unmet

Lead pre-post dock meetings to ensure compliance and standardization amongst shifts

Act as a liaison between Production and all other departments (Appearance, Engineering, Inspection, and Materials) to resolve conflicts in priorities

Lead evaluation of Routine & Non-Routine tasks for labor hours and spans

Work to lead a resolution of any discrepancies

Coordinate and lead special projects as directed by Production Leadership and in support of department initiatives

May perform other job duties as directed by Employee’s Leaders

Qualification

Aircraft maintenance proceduresProduction planningAirframePowerplant LicenseFAA policiesProceduresMicrosoft Office SuiteTechnical document comprehensionTeam collaboration

Required

U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available

Knowledge of aircraft maintenance procedures and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance

Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, production methods, and coordination of people and resources

Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing efficiency

Knowledge of the requirements of Southwest's FAA-approved Maintenance Procedures Manual

Skilled in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems

Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to comprehend technical documents related to aircraft maintenance

Ability to work efficiently under stress and short deadlines as part of an integrated Team

High School Diploma or GED

Advanced level experience, seasoned and specialized knowledge in: Airline maintenance, 737 heavy maintenance management

Production planning, MPM, and FAA policies, and procedures

Airframe and Powerplant License

Must be able to attain a United States Passport

Must be able to obtain a SIDA (Secured Identification Display Area) badge and meet all local airport requirements

Ability to perform work duties from [limited space work station/desk/office area] for extended periods of time

Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job

Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job

Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines

Must be at least 18 years of age

Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines

Some travel may be required

May be required to work additional hours including nights and weekends to support Production working a 24-hour clock

Benefits

Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)

Southwest will help fund your Retirement Savings Plan, which includes a dollar for-dollar 401(k) Company match contribution of up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings

Potential for annual profit-sharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan—when Southwest profits, you profit

Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents

Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You'll have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan, and coverage will be retroactively available to your first day of employment.