VP, Technical Operations

The VP, Technical Operations ensures that facilities/personnel/equipment and business partners are in place to provide serviceable and airworthy aircraft to the airline on time and on budget, that all the work is performed in accordance with regulations, and that safety of personnel and the flying public is always our top priority. Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer, the VP of Technical Operations will play a critical role in strategic decision-making and direct supervision of Spirit’s technical operations. We’re seeking an experienced VP of Technical Operations to join our highly skilled team.  As an ideal candidate, you have proven senior airline management experience in a highly dynamic setting. 

Responsibilities:

• Safety:  

• Ensure a safe working environment for employees, through provision of appropriate tooling, equipment, education and oversight. Reduce operational events through maintenance program / configuration changes or procedural changes and training.  

• Regulatory Compliance:  

• Maintain an open working relationship with the FAA and be responsive to the Administrator’s concerns. Provide documentation to front line staff that facilitates compliance with regulations and consistency of execution. Ensure a culture of compliance at all times.  

• Operational Performance:  

• Drive the company to achieve and surpass operational consistency, profitability, cash flow and business goals and objectives.  
• Provides timely, accurate and complete reports on the operating condition of the division. 
• Spearheads the development, communication and implementation of effective growth strategies and processes.  
• Responsible for the measurement and effectiveness of all technical operations processes, internal and external.  

• On-Time Performance:  

• Manage expedited return of out of service aircraft. Reduce delays through changes to maintenance program and aircraft configuration.  

• Financial Performance:  

• Manage expenditures against budget. Budgeting for multiple projects, including monitoring and controlling costs. Execute capital plan.  

• Effectively Leading and Growing Cross-Departmental Teamwork:  

• Provide day-to-day leadership and management of the Technical Operations organization.  
• Oversees staffing and training qualification programs, develops individuals for future advancement, identifying, training and developing leaders within the company and setting them on a path for future growth.  
• Develop and communicate vision for the division, with clear expectations for strategic and tactical execution. Develop productive relationships with peer division heads to remove barriers to cross-functional initiative.  

• Creating and Instilling a Culture of Team Member Trust and Commitment:  

• Grow team buy-in to company objectives and transform Spirit into an employer of choice.  

• Growing the Network with Stability:  

• Manage a rapidly expanding technical operation organization through organic same-city growth and new station openings.  

• May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Responsibilities and duties may change when circumstances dictate (e.g., emergencies change in workload, rush jobs or technical developments). 

• Valid U.S. drivers license and valid passport  
• Bachelor’s Degree required.  
• FAA Airframe (A) and Powerplant (B) license preferred.  
• 7+ years of experience building, managing, and developing high-performing teams.  
• Experience leading, managing, and motivating a large organization with numerous and disparate departments.  
• Strong financial background and analytical experience. Extensive experience in an aggressive cost containment environment.  
• Skilled at leveraging a growth environment to benefit cost productivity. Experience at managing government agencies, with appropriate political sensitivity and working collaboratively to develop productive relationships.  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external guests.  
• Strong interpersonal skills.  
• Can work with a multicultural organization.  

At Spirit, our mission is to deliver the best value in the sky and be the most successful airline on Earth! We are leaders in providing customizable travel options and make it possible for our Guests to venture further and discover more than ever before by serving destinations throughout the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean! Imagine making your mark on an organization introducing 100’s of new aircraft that will double our fleet!  

• Fly With A Winner: We are proud to be recognized by LinkedIn as a Top Company in the Travel & Hospitality industry. Our constant growth and improvement mean boundless career opportunities. Team Members develop their careers rapidly while building key skills that drive long-term success.
• The Giving Spirit: We are committed to inspiring positive change in the cities where we work and live.  That starts with giving back through Corporate Social Responsibility and The Spirit Airlines Charitable Foundation.
• Be Yourself: We want Team Members to feel empowered to bring their whole self to work and contribute to our success – that’s why we’re committed to building progress in the areas of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. Our Spirit Family is strong, not despite our differences, but because of them.
• Travel The World: We offer competitive base salaries with robust health & welfare benefits, including travel & flight benefits for you and your family.

Spirit Airlines is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  All aspects of employment are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.