Director - Tech Ops Production (Aircraft Maintenance)

Model the Southwest Way

• Guide and lead Team Members using SWA talent management practices to coach, develop, and Engage Employees

• Adhere to Company values and competencies to foster a Culture of inclusion, recognition, and support of a safe work environment

• Invest in Leadership and self-growth through participating in continuous learning and development

Responsibilities

• Responsible for accomplishment and appropriate documentation of SWA documents necessary for compliance with FARs and FAA directives for aircraft operated by SWA as they apply to the Maintenance Department

• Supervise Managers of Maintenance

• Ensure maintenance program requirements are met through proper staffing levels, equipment, and facilities

• Establish and implement maintenance policies and procedures to ensure fairness and equality

• Direct formal, on-the-job, and safety training programs

• Coordinate, with Maintenance Operations Department, scheduled maintenance to provide maximum flying utilization

• Prepare and maintain annual capital, operations, and personnel budgets for the assigned Maintenance region

• Responsible for establishing adequate Safety, maintenance policies, and procedures for DAL Heavy Maintenance

• Supervise and set the direction for Heavy Maintenance Managers and Manager Production Control

• May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance

• Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming

• Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems

• Skilled in understanding and applying the information to contribute to the organization's strategic plan

• Ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand

• Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing

Education

• Required: High School Diploma or GED

Experience

• Required: Demonstrated experience in directly or indirectly leading team(s)

• Required: Advanced level Business Acumen and seasoned and specialized knowledge in Aircraft Maintenance Management

• Preferred: Experience in ETOPS

• Preferred: Understanding of labor and the bid process

• Preferred: Change management experience

Licensing/Certification

• Required: Current Airframe and Powerplant License

Physical Abilities

• Ability to perform work duties from [limited space work station/desk/office area] for extended periods of time

• Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job

• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job

Other Qualifications

• Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines

• Must be a U.S. citizen or have the authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines

• Meet requirements of FAR 119.65 and FAR 119.67

Pay & Benefits

Competitive market salary from $175,150.00 per year to $194,600.00 per year* depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the company.

Benefits you'll love:

• Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)

• Up to a 9.3% 401(k) Company match, dollar for dollar, of your eligible pay, per paycheck **

• Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution toward retirement - when Southwest profits, you profit***

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*Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time. **401(k) match contributions are subject to the plan's vesting schedule and applicable IRS limits

***ProfitSharing contributions are subject to the plan's vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company.