Director of Aircraft Maintenance
Job Description
Director of Maintenance (DOM) Part 135 Fixed-Wing Operations
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Location: Boulder City, Nevada (On-site) Relocation Required
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Salary $90,000 to $120,000 DOE
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Full-time
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DOT-Safety Sensitive Position
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Grand Canyon Scenic Airlines is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Director of Maintenance (DOM) to lead our maintenance program and ensure the continued safety, reliability, and airworthiness of our fleet of de Havilland Twin Otter (DHC-6), Cessna 208B Grand Caravan aircraft.
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This is a senior level leadership opportunity for an aviation professional with extensive Part 135 maintenance experience, strong regulatory knowledge, and a passion for leading teams and maintaining the highest standards of operational excellence.
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Position Summary
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The DOM is responsible for the overall administration and management of the Grand Canyon Scenic Airlines maintenance program, ensuring all company aircraft are maintained in an airworthy condition and in full compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), company policies, and maintenance procedures.
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The DOM will provide oversight and leadership for maintenance operations in Boulder City Nevada, and Grand Canyon Arizona. The DOM will oversee maintenance planning, inspections, repairs, personnel development, regulatory compliance, and the continuous improvement of maintenance operations throughout the organization.
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Essential Responsibilities:
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Regulatory Compliance
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- Ensure compliance with all applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), Airworthiness Directives, and company maintenance programs.
- Maintain thorough knowledge of the Company’s Maintenance Manual, Operations Specifications, and applicable maintenance provisions under 14 CFR Part 135.
- Serve as the Company’s principal authority on maintenance-related regulatory matters and FAA compliance.
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Maintenance Leadership
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- Direct and coordinate all aircraft inspections, maintenance activities, repairs, and return-to-service processes.
- Monitor daily maintenance operations to ensure fleet reliability and operational readiness.
- Review aircraft discrepancy reports and completed maintenance records.
- Establish and maintain maintenance procedures and best practices.
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Operational Management
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- Oversee maintenance activities at all company locations and outstations.
- Ensure proper tools, equipment, facilities, and calibration standards are maintained.
- Coordinate maintenance scheduling with operational departments to minimize aircraft downtime.
- Maintain clean, safe, and efficient maintenance facilities.
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Budget & Financial Management
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- Develop, manage, and monitor the maintenance department budget.
- Control maintenance expenditures while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
- Review maintenance costs, forecast budget needs, and identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiency.
- Approve maintenance-related purchases and ensure effective utilization of department resources.
- Collaborate with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to develop, manage, and monitor the maintenance department budget.
- Present maintenance budget forecasts, capital expenditure requests, and operational performance metrics to executive leadership.
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Team Leadership
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- Lead, mentor, and develop maintenance supervisors and mechanics.
- Provide staffing leadership through effective hiring, training, scheduling, and workforce planning.
- Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.
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Safety Management
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- Ensure all safety procedures and instructions are followed.
- Oversee hazardous materials and chemical control programs.
- Promote and maintain the highest standards of safety and regulatory compliance.
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Experience Requirements
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- Meet the qualifications outlined in 14 CFR Part 119.69.
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing aircraft maintenance teams and programs, leading supervising maintenance personnel.
- Strong communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.
- Experience developing and managing aircraft maintenance budgets, cost control, forecasting, expenditures, and controlling operating costs. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (formulas, reporting, data analysis, pivot tables).
- Current or previous experience serving as a Director of Maintenance (DOM) or Assistant Director of Maintenance for a Part 135 Fixed-Wing operator.
- Experience with de Havilland Twin Otter (DHC-6), Cessna 208B Grand Caravan aircraft preferred.
- Part 135 operations and thorough knowledge of FAA regulations governing aircraft maintenance.
- Minimum of three (3) years certificated FAA A&P experience, FAA Airframe and Powerplant License.
- Experience managing multi-base maintenance operations.
- Strong background in reliability programs, maintenance planning, and FAA audits.
- Proven experience building and developing high-performing maintenance teams.
- Previous experience supporting FAA Certificate Management Office (CMO) or Flight Standards District Office (FSDO) inspections preferred.
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Why Join Grand Canyon Scenic Airlines?
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At Grand Canyon Scenic Airlines, safety, teamwork, and operational excellence are at the core of everything we do. This role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on flight safety while leading an experienced maintenance organization supporting one of the aviation industry’s most recognized air tour operators.
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Apply Today
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Please include a Cover Letter with your Resume addressing the following:
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- Why you are interested in joining Grand Canyon Scenic Airlines.
- Your experience leading an aircraft maintenance team.
- The aircraft types you have been responsible for, including experience with the de Havilland Twin Otter (DHC-6), Cessna 208B Grand Caravan or similar aircraft.
- Please describe the size of the maintenance budget(s) you managed and your role in forecasting, cost control, and capital planning.
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Email: nvcareers@flygcsa.com
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Please include DOM-GCSA in the subject line.