United Airlines · 8 hours ago
Senior Manager - Aircraft Maintenance (Hub)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$141K/yr - $183K/yr
8+ years expUnited Airlines is a leading airline company seeking a Senior Manager for Aircraft Maintenance. This role involves leadership of Technical Operations activities within the hub station, ensuring safety, operational performance, and regulatory compliance while focusing on product improvement and cost control.
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Responsibilities
Execution of departmental strategy and business plan through direct leadership of station maintenance personnel
Shared responsibility for budgetary compliance and cost control within the station
Provide leadership and direction to maintenance organization including labor workforce to maximize productivity and output in accordance with collective bargaining agreements where applicable whilst ensuring necessary resources are available
Build / reinforce a fair and respectful work environment through consistent application of CBA work rules and company policies
Execute station performance goals and objectives aligning with divisional and company goals
Maintain a high level of awareness of operational, financial, compliance, safety and human resource related performance objectives
Ensure safety and security of aircraft and operations
Interface with regulatory authorities and local governments to ensure regulatory compliance of technical operations activities
Maintain a high level of communication with all levels & employee groups within the station
Report status of operations, highlighting significant events to MD whilst providing direction to assigned station personnel to ensure divisional objectives are achieved
Identify key issues needing to be addressed and assign projects where applicable
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Aviation Management, Engineering, or related field, or comparable experience
FAA A&P Certificate
8 years in the aircraft maintenance industry with a minimum 3 years in management involving a leadership role
Extensive knowledge of aircraft maintenance operations and applicable FAA regulations
International vendor, contract and regulatory experience (for International region leadership)
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
Preferred
2 years in a leadership role within a large maintenance organization including a unionized labor workforce
A proven successful track record
Strong background and technical knowledge on fleet types operated and maintenance programs
Strong cultural awareness to build and maintain professional relationships on a global basis
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Accident & disability
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Commuter
Paid holidays
Paid time off
401(k)
Flight privileges
Company
United Airlines
United Airlines is an aviation company that provides information on reservations, bookings, and travel services online.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2006-01-25IPO
Leadership Team
Mike Leskinen
EVP, Chief Financial Officer
Deneen DeFiore
Vice President & Chief Information Security Officer
Recent News
2026-02-07
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