Operations & Maintenance Manager - Mesa Pilot Development Program

Responsible for the control of quality and quantity of work assignments, assuring work assignments are performed in a safe, efficient manner and in accordance with company policy, manufacturer's manuals, and FAA requirements.  Manage the maintenance for an ultra-modern fleet of new aircraft, equipped with a top-of-the-line glass cockpit, our Pipistrel Alpha Trainer Liaison.  

Essential Functions:

• Furnish on-the-job training instructions and information relative to job procedures.
• Liaison with mechanics at our two locations as necessary to accomplish all maintenance functions.
• Provide leadership and technical guidance to the mechanic group as required to ensure the timely accomplishment of company objectives in safety, service, operational performance, and financial management.
• Monitor the performance of all aircraft to ensure standards are met or exceeded in a range of performance measures.
• The ability to foster team building
• Ability to interact with all levels of the Mesa organization.
• Liaison with the manufacturer on all warranty-related maintenance issues.
• Assume responsibilities of special assignments and administrative duties as directed.
• Other duties assigned to perform the requirements of the position.
• Acts as a Safety Ambassador for the MPD fleet.
• Will spend time at Headquarters in Phoenix, AZ, and our two training locations in Buckeye, AZ, and Prescott, AZ

• Prior experience in management & supervising a maintenance workforce for a pilot training operation or for general aviation.
• Possess a Mechanic's Certificate with Airframe and Power plant ratings.
• Bachelor's degree or four years of college in a technical field.
• Experience leading or developing work teams.
• Must have the ability to work independently, organize duties, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Dependability and good work attendance records are essential.
• Demonstrated ability to apply company policies in a fair and consistent manner
• Two or more years experience in a management /supervisory capacity in a pilot training operation.
• Must have the ability to work independently, organize duties, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills.
• Possess good interpersonal and coaching skills.
• Familiar with computer data entry, and other Microsoft Office programs
• Capable of lifting 75lbs. or more
• Flexible to work various shifts both day and night.