Base Maintenance Manager

Position SummaryThe Oil Spill Response 737 Maintenance Base Manager provides leadership and guidance to the OSR-E SHD team, working in conjunction with Moses Lake maintenance personnel to support safe, reliable aircraft operations. This role builds and sustains successful internal and external relationships and ensures the delivery of safe, superior aviation services to customers.Key Responsibilities

Manages and performs all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on assigned aircraft in accordance with the Boeing 737 Maintenance Manual, ensuring aircraft availability for customer flight missions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a yearReports to the Oil Spill Response Manager regarding all base maintenance activities and provides regular updates on those activitiesResponds to three-hour call-out requirements in accordance with the customer contractEnsures personnel follow company policies and procedures and performs duties in accordance with the General Maintenance Manual (GMM); trains new mechanics on day-to-day operationsEnsures the safety and serviceability of all aerospace ground support equipment, including completion of scheduled maintenanceProvides leadership and daily problem-solving support to direct reports, ensuring they understand assigned projects and remain on task; creates weekly schedules and ensures personnel availabilityOversees parts inventory, orders parts needed for upcoming maintenance, and performs inventory checks every 30 daysServes as a customer service representative, completes tasks requested by management and pilots, and assists pilots with aircraft launch and recoveryCommunicates critical information to company headquarters and establishes relationships with the fixed-base operator (FBO) and other service providersEmails aircraft status, completed maintenance paperwork, and activity updates to the applicable distribution list provided by managementAdheres to all hazardous materials requirements under base guidelines; trains new-hire mechanics on these guidelines and coordinates regular waste oil pickup with the local FBO as neededCommunicates base needs to the appropriate manager, including hiring, tooling, training, and materials pertinent to operationsCommunicates quality needs to the Director of Quality (DOQ) and Oil Spill Response Manager to ensure maintenance quality is maintained at an acceptable levelMaintains familiarity with operating manuals, FAA regulations and standards, aircraft maintenance manuals, and company policies and proceduresWorks closely with Maintenance Control on technical issuesPrepares departmental budgets and manages performance against those budgetsCompletes expense reports promptly, within 14 daysAssists the Oil Spill Response Manager as neededPerforms other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GEDFAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificateAbility to lead a group of mechanics, build relationships, and complete projects within established timeframesAbility to multitask effectively in a fast-paced work environmentPossess strong teamwork, initiative, communication, problem-solving, customer service, and decision-making skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, and Outlook; My Boeing Fleet; and other company software, including Dayforce, Chrome River, and DeemAbility to operate the Boeing 737 spray system

Preferred Qualifications

A minimum of five years of aircraft experience with Boeing 737 or similar series aircraftAvionics and electrical knowledgePrior aviation maintenance management experience

Additional Requirements

Valid U.S. passportReside within 30-45 minutes of Weyers Cave, VA, to meet the three-hour call-out requirement under the customer contractAbility to crawl into and out of tight spacesAbility to work comfortably at elevated heights of at least 40 feet for extended periodsAbility to lift, balance, and carry 75 poundsAbility to operate the spray system from the jump seat for extended periods

Working Conditions

On-call availability during evenings and weekends as needed to support customer missions and aircraft readinessTravel away from the home location for 30 days, or longer if required by customer needs, when activated for an oil spill responseWork in enclosed hangars and outdoor weather conditions, including austere and confined environments

Pay Band: $65,000 to $110,000. Starting pay is determined by experience, qualifications, and internal equity, and typically falls between the minimum and midpoint of the pay range.