Position Summary
The Maintenance Controller serves as the central hub of information scheduling and overseeing the progress of all maintenance activities in coordination with the flight operations and management services departments. Adheres and promotes the Clay Lacy Vision, Mission, and Values daily.
Compensation: $115,685.10 - 168,269.24
Responsibilities
- Monitor aircraft due list and upcoming inspection using Avtrak, CAMP, Cescom and Flight Docks for CLA Part 135 fleet
- Review the daily squawk list and coordinate maintenance accordingly
- Review MEL and coordinate maintenance to resolve prior expiration date for CLA 135 fleet
- Schedule inspections and monthly due items in coordination with flight operations and management services departments
- Update the schedule regularly and monitor ongoing flight activities
- Provide status report briefings for aircraft in maintenance
- Continually grow and mature our network of domestic and international approved maintenance facilities to support 91 and 135 flight operations
- Coordinate maintenance support for remote aircraft with approved outside vendor and maintenance facilities
- Develop proposals for upcoming inspections
- Obtain maintenance proposals from approved outside maintenance facilities
- Serve as the primary point of contact and monitor progress of maintenance begin performed at outside facilities.
- Coordinate with CLA inspection department or outside maintenance facility to return aircraft to service per CLA GMM
- Audit invoices from outside maintenance facility
- Coordinate maintenance schedule and work authorizations with aircraft owner or owner representatives
- Participate in monthly meetings
- Provide a weekly maintenance schedule update to the leadership team
- Other responsibilities as requested or assigned.
Education
An Associates or Bachelors degree or have equivalent experience (A&P Schooling).
Experience & Requirements
- 3 to 5+ years of experience as a maintenance controller.
- Corporate aviation experience required.
- Comply with all Federal Aviation regulations, company operations manual, operations specifications, standard operating procedures and company policies & procedures.
- Must be able to pass DOT/FAA drug screening, background checks and submit to random drug/alcohol tests when required.
Skills and Abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Enjoy a high level of customer interaction
- Able to work a flexible schedule and work on-call shifts in order to support the 24/7 nature of flight schedule
- Requires after-hours support of aircraft mechanical situations or to complete time-sensitive projects
- Ability to provide excellent service to suppliers, operators, or owners with high or unreasonable expectations
- Self- motivated, able to work independently and with minimal direction
- Pro-active and creative problem solver
- Able to travel occasionally
Benefits
We are committed to supporting employees in their adoption of a healthier and more active lifestyle. We understand the contribution each employee makes to our accomplishments and so our goal is to provide a comprehensive program of competitive benefits to attract and retain the best employees available.
Through our benefits programs, we strive to support the needs of our employees and their dependents by providing a benefit package that is easy to understand, easy to access, and affordable for all our employees.
Our benefits are a valuable part of the total rewards that Clay Lacy Aviation offers you and your families. We offer you a robust benefits package and other resources that help you take care of yourself and your family.
Clay Lacy Aviation offers fully paid medical, dental, and vision to employees in full-time assigned crew positions.
- Health Insurance – HMO and PPO options available
- Dental Insurance – HMO and PPO options available
- Identity Theft Protection Services
- Employee Discounts to retailers, restaurants, and theme parks
Equal Opportunity Employer
Clay Lacy Aviation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
About Clay Lacy Aviation
Founded in 1968 by legendary aviator and industry pioneer Clay Lacy. Today, Clay Lacy Aviation is considered the world’s most experienced operator of private jets. Prominent individuals and leading corporations trust Clay Lacy for aircraft management, charter, maintenance, avionics, interiors, and FBO services. The company has aircraft operations and regional offices across the U.S., including full-service FBOs in Los Angeles and Orange County, and aircraft maintenance centers in Los Angeles, San Diego, and Oxford, Connecticut. With the most knowledgeable team in the industry, Clay Lacy delivers superior safety, service, and value to aircraft owners and jet travelers worldwide. Visit claylacy.com
