Director of Maintenance
Listed on 2026-02-06
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Management
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Transportation
Overview
About us:
Here at A2G International, we are a leading provider of Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance services. We work with US and foreign governments, international organizations as well as private-sector entities to address their needs to perform a variety of operations with our experienced crew and fleet of Cessna 337s.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Maintenance to join our team in a leadership role. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all maintenance operations within the aviation defense sector, ensuring compliance with DCMA Instruction 8210-1D, Part 91, and Part 135 regulations. This position requires an individual with a strong background in military aviation, as well as extensive knowledge of the regulatory requirements governing aircraft maintenance and operations within defense contracts as well as a working knowledge of the same in Part 91 and Part 135 maintenance operations.
Please note that while you are applying for a position at A2G, communication may come from Pacifico Energy Group (PEG), as A2G is owned by PEG. This is a position with A2G.
What you get to do- Lead the Maintenance Department, providing direction, training, and oversight to a team of maintenance managers, technicians, and other staff members.
- Ensure that all aircraft maintenance operations are carried out in full compliance with DCMA Instruction 8210, FAA Part 91, and Part 135 regulations.
- Develop and implement strategies to optimize maintenance schedules, improve workplace safety, reduce downtime, and improve operational efficiency.
- Adhere to, and enforce adherence to the company Flight and Ground Operating Procedures (FGOP).
- Provide inputs and editing to maintain the relevance of the Ground portion of the FGOP in close coordination with the Chief Pilot and Director of Operations.
- Ensure strict adherence to all applicable aviation regulations, including those outlined by the FAA, DCMA Instruction 8210-1D, and internal safety standards.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory authorities, including the FAA, DCMA, and other relevant government entities, ensuring audits and inspections are successfully managed and passed.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes to aviation regulations and industry best practices, implementing necessary updates to company policies and procedures.
- Oversee the development and management of maintenance programs for various aircraft, ensuring compliance with airworthiness directives (ADs), service bulletins (SBs), and other technical directives.
- Coordinate with operations and engineering teams to ensure the timely availability of aircraft for missions.
- Monitor fleet performance and identify trends or issues that could impact aircraft readiness or safety.
- Develop and maintain a system for tracking parts and certification expirations to avoid lapses, expedited overhaul expenses and unnecessary downtime.
Risk Management:
- Establish and enforce safety standards for the maintenance operations, ensuring the safety of personnel, equipment, and aircraft.
- Identify and mitigate risks associated with aircraft maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs.
- In coordination with the Flight and Ground Safety official, investigate maintenance-related incidents or accidents and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Develop and manage the annual maintenance budget, ensuring cost-effective use of resources and managing expenditures to stay within budget limits.
- Optimize the use of facilities, tools, and personnel to maximize productivity and minimize costs.
- Drive continuous improvement in maintenance processes and systems to enhance aircraft reliability and operational performance.
- Periodically revisit maintenance tracking systems and data analytics to identify areas for improvement.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in aircraft maintenance, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within either defense aviation, or contract aviation supporting defense.
- Extensive…
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