JOB TITLE: Licensed Fleet Maintenance Manager / Controller
LOCATION: Oakland, CA
SALARY: $100,000-140,000/year
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
Job Type: Direct Hire
Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?
Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
Manage day-to-day scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of fleet assets using MRO/maintenance tracking software to ensure operational schedules are maintained
Coordinate daily maintenance tasking with crew leads, including task identification, assignment, and tracking progress to completion against a master schedule
Define, review, and update work package scope and task relationships
Review and audit completed work packages for accuracy and completeness
Provide technical briefings and maintenance status updates to flight crews and operations management as required
Coordinate with Maintenance Planning, Asset Management, Leadership, and Flight Operations to align maintenance activities with flight schedule requirements
Coordinate with Planning to schedule and accomplish aircraft modifications
Maintain accurate maintenance tracking to prevent overflying deferrals and scheduled maintenance requirements
Provide precise, timely reports and maintenance status information across multiple fleet platforms
Create, revise, review, and execute Maintenance Programs within MRO software
Develop, track, and report departmental KPIs and performance metrics
Perform other duties as assigned by the employer
Preference for onsite candidates
Remote considered for candidates with extensive Part 135/145 experience
Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED required
Minimum 3 years of experience in an aviation/aerospace maintenance control and/or maintenance planning role
Minimum 3 years of line maintenance experience
Minimum 3 years of planning or control experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Working knowledge of Part 135 and/or Part 145 operations
Experience using maintenance tracking or MRO software
Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends
Highly organized with the ability to perform effectively in fast-paced and high-stress operational environments
Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).
Preferred Skills:
FAA A&P Certification highly desired
Bachelors Degree in a technical field preferred
Experience with MRO software strongly preferred
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
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