Operations Supervisor (MRO) - 2nd Shift - AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense, Inc.
Mobile, AL
About the Job
Position Summary:
To supervise and lead the maintenance team, to repair and maintain aircraft in accordance with a Part 145 repair station, FAA, and the manufacturer's airworthiness and maintenance standards.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Provide guidance and direct staff regarding the repair station's quality policy and teamwork.
- Ensure maintenance personnel workmanship meets the quality standards required by the repair station, FAA and customer.
- Review and evaluate day-to-day maintenance operations within the repair station and take action as necessary with subordinates and/or coordinate laterally with other department heads to correct deficiencies requiring remedial action.
- Supervise and act as an advisor to the MRO aircraft maintenance team regarding customer programs, tasks and operations.
- Ensure aircraft parts are removed and pending installations are properly protected or preserved to prevent FOD damage during the maintenance processes, installation and storage.
- Ensure proper handling of customer aircraft and parts from induction into the repair station through inspection, maintenance, modification and repair to final inspection and release to the customer.
- Provide aircraft quotes for repair and or inspections.
- Support and communicate customer project updates; ensure completion on time and within budget.
- Respond professionally and promptly to customer inquiries to effectively resolve problems.
- Ensure maintenance entries are properly executed by the mechanics, on maintenance forms and work orders,.
- Assign and coordinate work activities, assignments, priorities, as required to meet deadlines.
- Develop work plans and allocate tasks to the team to meet schedules as planned.
- Accountable for the quality of the work team, mitigate risks of rework, and implement improvements as approved by management.
- Identify team development and training needs and positive employee performance development.
- Supervise, train, and assist subordinates in the proper aircraft maintenance policies, procedures and practices required within the repair station.
- Ensure employees adhere to the required PPE guidelines and follow all safety precautions.
- Function as the primary POC between the repair station and suppliers regarding subcontracted maintenance personnel, routine and non-routine services subcontracted by the repair station.
- Assist in the development, approval, and implementation of maintenance and inspection procedures for the repair station.
- Coordinate with other departments on long range planning to achieve established goals and objectives.
- Coordinate policies with other departments to ensure detailed and definitive handling of maintenance on customer aircraft at the repair station.
- Maintain accurate records concerning all work performed using Pentagon 2000 Maintenance program and IAW with the Repair Station Manual.
- Maintain the repair station premises in a clean and orderly manner.
- Maintain all hangar and shop tools and equipment in a serviceable condition, ensuring that periodic checks and calibrations are performed on tools and equipment when required.
- Ensure Tool Control program is strictly adhered to IAW developed policies and procedures.
- Coordinates with the Airbus MRO network and reports KPI on a monthly basis.
- Regular attendance is required as outlined in The Company's attendance policy.
- Act as a positive role model in all aspects of professional performance.
- As a "safety sensitive" position, this position requires that the employee be able to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner as an essential job function.
- Ensure assigned work area is kept clean and free of hazards to both personnel and the aircraft.
- Follow all necessary safety precautions; hearing and eye protection, use of chemicals, engine and propeller hazards, fall protection, etc.
- Maintain a FOD-free work environment.
- Comply with OSHA Safety Regulations.
- Participate in on-the-job training as required.
- Observe safety procedures and personnel policies.
Education:
- Minimum 2-Year Associates Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Certified by FAA or EASA with current Airframe and Power Plant License.
Experience:
- 8-10 years aircraft experience required.
- 5+ years in a supervisory role with demonstrated leadership abilities preferred.
- Experience with turbo prop aircraft a plus.
- Must possess a strong working knowledge of CFR 14 Federal Aviation Regulation.
- Proficient in MS Office Packages.
- Excellent organizational skills.
Knowledge, Skills, and Demonstrated Capabilities:
- Proficient with Excel to develop KPI reports and charts.
- Must have demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills to make independent decisions.
- Must be able to interact cordially and productively with subordinates, co-workers and management.
- Must have excellent organizational skills.
- Must understand, read and write proficiently in the English language to read and understand appropriate manuals, schematics, and technical information necessary to adequately perform duties.
- Must be able to see clearly with or without corrective lenses and hear clearly with or without hearing aid devises.
- Must be able to reach overhead, squat, bend, stand and walk around regularly.
Communication Skills (Spoken, Written, Influencing, Proficiency in Other Languages):
- Must be proficient in the English language to read and understand manuals, schematics, and technical information to perform duties.
Travel Required:
- Domestic and International travel may be required.
Eligibility:
- U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder) required
Equal Opportunity:
Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status.
As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
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Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to HR@airbusus.com.
