Heavy Maintenance Representative

October 8, 2024

Company: Allegiant Airlines

Industry: Private

Employment Type:- Full Time

Work Hours:- 8 Hours

Locations:- USA

Full Job Description:-

Summary

The Heavy Maintenance Representative reports to the Director of Heavy Maintenance and Induction, under the Maintenance Operations Department. The Operations Department is the responsibility of the Managing Director of Maintenance Operations. The Heavy Maintenance Representative acts as a company representative directly overseeing work and interfacing with all respective parties to complete the scheduled work with the highest degree of quality, on time and on budget. Some functions performed in this role, such as Airworthiness Release from heavy maintenance and accomplishment or oversight of RII inspections, hold direct accountability to the FAA and other regulatory authorities. It is the Heavy Maintenance representative’s duty to ensure maintenance is accomplished to the highest degree of safety by applicable regulations.

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

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Minimum Requirements

A combination of Education and Experience will be considered. Must be authorized to work in the US as defined by the Immigration Act of 1986. Must pass a Criminal Background Check.

Education: High School Diploma/GED

Education Details:

Certification: Yes

Certification Details: Airframe and Powerplant License

Years of Experience:

Minimum ten (10) years of experience in Part 121 or Part 135/transport category aircraft maintenance or Quality Inspector
Minimum five (5) years of experience in Heavy Maintenance of part 121 heavy transport category aircraft or equivalent.
Minimum three (3) years of experience working on A320 type aircraft.
Minimum two (2) years of experience managing direct reports or working remotely without direct supervision.
Successful completion of A320 General Familiarization Course or Airbus A320 course
Willing to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to travel 75% – 80%
Able to obtain airport SIDA badge
All personnel holding certificates must have exercised the privileges of their certificates for at least six (6) months of the previous 24 months or have FAA approval if recent experience is not met
Basic computer skills, use of precision measuring equipment
Ability to read and understand all manuals and other materials associated with aircraft maintenance

Preferred Requirements

Associate’s degree or higher education
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written skills to effectively communicate in a variety of settings across all organizational levels
Advanced troubleshooting skills, including systems, avionics, and Powerplant
Ability to coordinate and successfully execute on projects that involve multiple dependent departments
Superior problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities, solid judgment, and influencing skills
Proven ability to multitask and balance multiple priorities simultaneously with the ability to be flexible with the changing needs of our business

Job Duties

Provide direct supervision of aircraft induction and heavy maintenance activities at Allegiant Air’s maintenance provider locations to make sure the work is performed by regulatory and company requirement
A primary point of contact between Allegiant Air (AAY) and heavy maintenance providers. Communicate aircraft status to AAY Maintenance Control, set ETR and advise times. Facilitate aircraft movements
Monitor workmanship and materials used during maintenance to verify compliance with applicable Allegiant Air requirements and standards, and FAA regulations
Coordinate with various Allegiant Air departments and seek resolution of problems or obstacles affecting the timely delivery of aircraft
Manage reporting of service provider’s performance daily and ensure work is performed to contractual and budgetary requirement
Review and analyze provider invoices and recommend adjustments or corrections
Provide financial approval on non-routine costs and unit vendor invoicing cost for accuracy and adherence to budget
Supervise vendors and maintain proper completion of A/C records, computer data entry and required forms
Sign work records in connection to work performed, if necessary, and act as liaison between vendor and AAY records department
Provide written authorization for the aircraft to return to service following heavy maintenance by signing the airworthiness release document
Verify, audit, and monitor all regulatory documents to ensure compliance and work has been completed in accordance with required instructions and regulatory standards
Identify and recommend beneficial changes to the Maintenance Program
Assist in the development of the heavy maintenance plan for each aircraft check visit
Ensure that all heavy maintenance visits are accomplished in accordance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, Allegiant Air policies & procedures, and manufacturer’s manuals
Coordinate with regulatory inspectors (FAA DARs) to perform aircraft conformity inspection as well as aging aircraft inspections
Review aircraft records (i.e. FAA Airworthiness Directives) and prepare aircraft induction records for approval and transition into the Allegiant ops spec (revenue service)
Ensure Allegiant Air parts are received and properly IAW Allegiant Air GMM
Accomplish RII, Borescope, NDT and other inspections as necessary
Direct oversight of Vendor RII and Inspection department items to ensure highest degree of safety and quality
May be called upon to accompany Allegiant Air flight crew during airborne flight checks following maintenance work
Display effective communication skills, both verbal and written
Model Allegiant’s customer service standards in personal actions and when providing leadership direction
Other duties as assigned by the Manager of Heavy Maintenance or other Maintenance Quality Department Directors