Aircraft Maintenance Controller (Private Aviation - Part 135)

Company Description:

Fly Alliance is an industry-leading Part 135 and Part 145 private aviation group specializing in private jet charter, jet card memberships, aircraft sales, aircraft management, parts, and maintenance. Renowned for delivering exceptional luxury, uncompromising safety, and operational excellence, Fly Alliance continues to set the standard in private aviation worldwide.

With a growing fleet of over 30 aircraft, eight offices worldwide, including international locations, and a team of nearly 300 dedicated professionals, Fly Alliance supports a truly global operation. Recognized as a Top 20 U.S. Operator for three consecutive years, the company remains at the forefront of innovation and service within the private aviation industry.

Fly Alliance’s commitment to excellence, integrity, and customer satisfaction continues to redefine what clients expect from private air travel.

Role Objective:

The maintenance scheduler is responsible for planning and facilitating aircraft maintenance in coordination with our Maintenance Control team. The scheduler will also ensure compliance with FAA regulations and company policies to maintain aircraft worthiness and to minimize operational downtime, while also managing resources and expenditures.

Essential Job Tasks:

Maintenance Planning:

• Developing and maintaining maintenance programs and schedules, including scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, in accordance with FAA regulations and company policies.
• Planning and coordinating maintenance events with constant communication and coordination of our maintenance controllers and MRO branch managers, including resource allocation (labor, parts, and equipment), scheduling inspections, and organizing necessary travel.

Resource Management:

• Managing and optimizing maintenance resources, including manpower, parts, and equipment, to minimize downtime and ensure efficient operations.
• Developing and maintaining a parts inventory system to ensure timely availability of necessary components.

Compliance:

• Ensuring compliance with all applicable FAA regulations (Part 135), company policies, and procedures.
• Maintaining accurate and complete records.

Coordination:

• Coordinating maintenance activities with other departments, including flight operations, dispatch, and other maintenance personnel.
• Communicating effectively with maintenance technicians, pilots, and other stakeholders.

Problem Solving:

• Identifying and resolving maintenance issues in a timely and efficient manner.
• Monitoring aircraft availability and coordinating aircraft logistics between the maintenance department and flight operations.

Cost Management:

• Controlling and managing maintenance costs, including parts, labor, and travel.
• Obtaining quotes for upcoming maintenance events and reviewing maintenance invoices.

Competencies:

• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to communicate at all levels of an organization;
• Excellent organizational and time management skills;
• Excellent listening, negotiation and presentation skills;
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills;
• Demonstrated attention to detail, professional attitude, and ability to maintain confidentiality;
• Demonstrated ability to use computer programs such as the Microsoft Office Suite of products; and
• Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment in determining the most appropriate response or action in a variety of situations.

Work Environment:

• Work is generally performed within an office environment at the Company office in Ocoee, Florida with standard office equipment. 

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time;
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.;
• Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer;
• Operate a telephone requiring oral and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication;
• Some Physical effort required by handling objects up to 20 pounds occasionally and/or 10 pounds frequently; and
• Ability to move from department and buildings to interact with others.

Travel:

• Occasional travel will be required to our MRO facilities across the country to review scheduled and unscheduled work for compliance and scheduling purposes. 

Required Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Background in aviation or maintenance with related experience
• Experience in a Part 135 aircraft maintenance environment is highly desirable
• FAA Part 135 experience is a plus
• Formal training in aircraft maintenance planning or scheduling is beneficial

Direct Reports:

• No direct reports

Work Authorization:

• Must be authorized to work in the United States of America