Senior Maintenance Manager

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At Atlas Air Worldwide, we’re not just an airline, we’re a global engine powering cargo, passenger, and leasing operations across more than 70 countries. As a leader in outsourced aviation logistics, we’re built on a foundation of safety, service excellence, integrity, innovation, teamwork, and responsibility. With over 30 years of history, a modern all-Boeing fleet, and nearly 5,000 teammates collaborating across operations, technical, and corporate functions, we’re driven by purpose.

If you're ready to grow, innovate, and help us deliver excellence every single day, you belong here.

Position Summary: This position is responsible for managing all aspects of line maintenance at their assigned station(s) including contract maintenance personnel and maintenance managers.

Values and Behavioral Standards: To ensure effective communication, application of company values and behavioral standards, as stated in our company “Code of Conduct” policy, and to respond appropriately in the event of any known departure. Must work well with others and be willing to share technical knowledge with peers.

Major Job Accountabilities:

Provides managerial oversight of Maintenance Managers and stations as assigned.

Periodically conducts analysis of flight schedules, past and future to match manpower to flight activity changes.

Coordinates manpower and personnel schedules to provide adequate manpower coverage as needed to support aircraft line maintenance operations.

Reviews all delays for improvement opportunities and tracks On-Time performance for assigned station(s).

Ensures the safe and efficient maintenance of company aircraft within their station / geographic area, in accordance with company policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.

Responsible for managing, coordinating and providing oversight for contract line maintenance personnel in their station(s) and geographic area as assigned.

Ensures personnel under their supervision are trained and qualified in accordance with GMM policies and procedures.

Monitors the training, qualifications and level of proficiency for maintenance personnel at assigned station(s) / geographic area.

Monitors Flight Schedules and fleet status to ensure best use of resources, ground time and aircraft routing.

Coordinates line maintenance requirements with MCC, Workload Planning, Materials, Quality Control, and A/C Planning Departments.

Maintains surveillance of line maintenance activity at assigned station(s) / geographic area.

Coordinates resources and technical support as necessary in cases of major mechanical events or AOG situations.

Improve efficiency and reliability by identifying recurring problems and recommending changes in procedures.

Responsible for coordinating the timely repair of deferred maintenance items on aircraft transiting assigned station(s) and/or geographic area.

Ensures shift turnover and work interruption procedures are followed to ensure incomplete maintenance work is completed before an aircraft is returned to service.

Ensures station(s) provide accurate and timely updates to MCC for maintenance and aircraft AOG status information.

Monitors maintenance history, AHM, Repeat Item and Oil Watch Programs.

Formulates corrective action plans for mechanical problems and deferred maintenance items in coordination with MCC.

Maintains communication with Regional Director to ensure cost effective application.

Ensures station(s) are performing timely entry of log page discrepancies and parts changes in TRAX.

Ensures personnel in their assigned station(s) / geographic areas are versed in the use of the TRAX system.

Ensures station(s) are monitoring spare engine status and engine change kit readiness.

Maintains liaison with Ground Operations and Flight Operations to ensure safe and dependable operations.

Enforces safety procedures and practices outlined in company manuals and industry standards.

Performs duties and responsibilities at field locations away from home base as assigned.

Flies on company aircraft as assigned to support aircraft operations around the world.

Performs self-audits of station(s) / geographic area as needed.

Develops and manages station(s) / geographic area budget(s).

Must be able to obtain and maintain airport access badges for assigned station(s)

Performs additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant years experience

Must hold a current and valid FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings.

Must maintain Atlas Air qualification and authorization for Airworthiness Release for aircraft assigned to station(s)/region.

9-13 years of experience on 747/767/777 aircraft or equivalent wide body aircraft and 737NG aircraft or equivalent narrow body aircraft required.

Managerial experience required.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship or employer immigration support either now or in the future.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to afford equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, place of birth, age, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable in accordance with federal, state and local laws.

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Competitive compensation will be offered based on a variety of factors, including a candidate's experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity and other factors. In addition, a range of benefits to include medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, as well as generous paid time off, and 401K contributions are offered as a part of the total compensation package.

Pay Range$139,000—$188,000 USD

At Atlas Air Worldwide, we believe in the power of people, the promise of innovation, and the responsibility we hold to each other, to our customers, and to the planet. Join us and be part of a team that lifts more than cargo; we lift ambition.