WASS Director Maintenance

at AAR in Wood Dale, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Title: WASS Director Maintenance

Location: United States

Job Number: 15940

About Us

AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company’s mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society.

The Worldwide Aviation Support Services (WASS) program, an AAR business, headquartered in Rockledge, FL, provides global, world-class expeditionary and conventional aviation solutions to the US Department of State Air Wing.

Role Description

The Maintenance Director is responsible for the development maintenance solutions for AAR WASS. Responsible for maintenance policy and procedure development and publication for all current and future AAR WASS operations. Supports the site managers by collaborating with the AAR WASS Operations Manager and AAR WASS Director of Logistics Support and Services to develop operationally sound executable missions, implemented by the site managers. Supervises the maintenance activities resident in the AAR WASS Global Mission Center GMC. Works with the DoS Air Wing Maintenance branch to ensure WASS Maintenance activities comply with applicable U.S. Federal, State and Local regulations, as well as Host Nation regulations.

Key Responsibilities

+ Overseas maintenance training policy and ensures currency and qualifications of all mechanics.

+ Ensures all required Maintenance reports are submitted on time and accurately to applicable AAR WASS Program Management offices.

+ Manage cost, schedule and performance parameters pertinent to Maintenance and ensure all maintenance contractual requirements are met.

+ Perform financial analysis, prepare specialized Maintenance budgets to include staffing and operational needs.

+ Monitor Maintenance budget, oversee financial well-being of Maintenance by exercising cost controls.

+ Report Maintenance information to the AAR WASS Program Manager, and all relevant levels of the AAR WASS staff.

+ Work as part of an Integrated Process Team IPT with AAR matrix staff members who provide proper finance, contracting, human resourcing, compliance, and legal review on emerging and ongoing programs.

+ Supervise and coordinate with the Maintenance team ensuring that all facets of Maintenance management are applied to developing and ongoing efforts and are in compliance with all contractual requirements.

+ Ensure Maintenance team is efficient and effective in all aspects of Maintenance development and execution.

+ Properly manage direct charge customer Maintenance requirements with appropriate manpower and resources.

+ Participate in the development of new business and capture support.

+ Implement improvements to the program to meet changing mission parameters and requirements.

+ Design, development, integration, testing, sustainment and documentation for aircraft systems and subsystems.

+ Organize, direct, and coordinate planning and implementation of all contract support activities.

+ Interface with government and contractor personnel.

+ Formulate and review project feasibility studies, determine costs, ensure conformance to work standards.

+ Interpret organizational policies, purposes, and goals for subordinates.

+ Manage maintenance support for complex aviation activities.

+ Identify, acquire and utilize required resources to achieve project objectives.

+ Carries out management responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws.

+ Position requires a U.S. security clearance.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

+ Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems, Business, Logistics or related scientific or technical discipline.

+ Minimum of 8 years progressive experience in acquisition and sustainment of aircraft and aircraft systems.

+ Strong English speaking and written communication skill.

Compensation and Benefits:

+ Salaried Position.

+ Weekly work schedule 40 hours.

+ Competitive salary and bonus package

+ Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

+ 401(k) retirement plan with company match

+ Generous paid time off program

+ Professional development and career advancement opportunities

AAR is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from people of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, or expressions. We are dedicated to the health and safety of our people, our customers, and the communities where we live and work.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

AAR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.