The Director of Maintenance (DOM) is a senior leadership position responsible for the safe, compliant, and efficient maintenance of the company’s aircraft fleet. The DOM must meet the regulatory qualifications outlined in 14 CFR Sections 119.69 and 119.71(e) and serve as the accountable executive for all maintenance operations. This role ensures that all aircraft, engines, parts, and related systems are maintained to the highest standards of airworthiness, safety, and regulatory compliance. Apply at ABjets.com/Careers

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Oversight

• Direct and oversee all day-to-day aircraft maintenance operations and personnel.
• Establish, implement, and manage company aircraft maintenance programs in compliance with FAA regulations and manufacturer requirements.
• Exercise authority to hire, supervise, train, and, when necessary, terminate maintenance personnel.
• Serve as a member of the company's Safety Review Committee, contributing to the advancement of the company’s safety culture.

Regulatory Compliance & Standards

• Ensure all maintenance is performed in accordance with 14 CFR, company maintenance procedures, and OEM recommendations.
• Ensure all regulatory maintenance requirements outlined in the company operations specifications are met.
• Maintain aircraft maintenance records, airworthiness directives, and service bulletin compliance files in current status.
• Liaise with the FAA Administrator or their representative regarding maintenance matters.
• Initiate, amend, and sign operations specifications relating to aircraft maintenance.

Maintenance Operations

• Supervise and ensure the quality of maintenance activities, including inspections, overhauls, repairs, and modifications.
• Arrange for flight checks following significant repairs or modifications that may affect flight characteristics.
• Oversee work performed by outside vendors and coordinate with maintenance contracting agencies.
• Ensure required inspections and tests are performed on or before the necessary compliance times.
• Oversee the requisition of parts, materials, and precision tools, ensuring calibration and compliance of all equipment.

Communication & Coordination

• Advise Operations on aircraft status, downtime forecasts, and reliability reporting.
• Coordinate with the Chief Pilot when OEM aircraft publications (AFM, checklists, etc.) are updated.
• Complete trip interruption and mechanical reliability reports as required.
• Perform liaison duties with vendors, contractors, and regulatory agencies.

Qualifications

• Must meet FAA regulatory requirements for Director of Maintenance under 14 CFR §§ 119.69 and 119.71(e).
• Extensive experience in aircraft maintenance management within Part 135 or Part 121 operations.
• Strong knowledge of FAA regulations, OEM maintenance procedures, and air carrier maintenance standards.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to train, supervise, and manage personnel effectively.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interface with FAA representatives, vendors, and internal leadership.