At Hawaiian Airlines, we are all about welcoming our guests with Hawaiian hospitality and aloha, and taking care of our people, our home, and the communities we serve. Join our ‘ohana and be a part of an exciting team of professionals dedicated to serving our kama‘āina and introducing our islands to the world!
Position Summary
The Maintenance Manager is responsible for Line Maintenance activities performed at the assigned station / stations. Manages the scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities to ensure safe and reliable aircraft. Promotes a safety conscious workforce to ensure the wellbeing of our employees. Collaborates with other departments to continuously improve our performance.
This position has an estimated duration of 24-36 months.
Key Responsibilities
Responsible for the oversight of maintenance functions and workforce to include but not limited to:
- Responsible for reporting to the Director of Line Maintenance or Sr. Manager for maintenance activities; Routine and Non-Routine work. Organize and redirect manpower and logistics to ensure aircraft reliability for scheduled operation.
- Ensure safe working environment and compliance with safe work practices and policies to include the proper wear of PPE. Conduct routine safety audits of assigned personnel and work areas.
- Manages and evaluates the performance of Station staff against measurable performance goals and regulatory compliance.
- Ensures all work performed is in accordance with HAL Policies and Procedures and Federal regulatory requirements. This includes and is not limited to:
- OEM Approved Technical Manuals (AMM, SRM, CMM, etc.)
- HAL Approved Manuals (GMM, MOPM, SPM, SPPM, GSM, JPM, etc.)
- Government regulations (FAA, OSHA, EPA, etc.)
- Ensure that personnel are trained, and that tools and materials are available to support the operations.
- Coordinates closely with Sr Manager - Ground Support Equipment (GSE) to monitor GSE condition, repair intervals and usage to ensure availability to support operations.
- Proactively leads maintenance personnel to reach a goal of zero “0” 05 Delays.
- Ensures responsible management of the annual Line Maintenance budgets for assigned line stations. This includes and is not limited to:
- Budget development
- Expense tracking, approvals and reviews
- Strategize favorable budget adjustments
- Review performance and cost of Mx at the assigned Line stations
- Vendor performance
- Leads and manages Line Maintenance employees, balancing responsibilities to the company and employees
- Manages performance goals, and career development plans for maintenance personnel.
- Continuous improvement mindset to constantly evaluate and seek improvements in operational efficiencies in an ever-changing environment.
- Monitors production and looks for ways to increase productivity
- Provides timely reporting to Maintenance Operations Control and Maintenance department leadership of status of in-service aircraft, resource constraints and other impediments to maximum availability of in-service aircraft.
- Manages overtime to meet company goal of less than 1%.
- Will coordinate and collaborate with Reliability, Engineering, and MOC to analyze and mitigate trends.
- Will provide oversight and ensure coordination and collaboration between Line Maintenance and Planning on daily/long-range work packages and unscheduled maintenance events.
- Will coordinate with Engineering and MOC to find best possible resolution to return AOS/AOG aircraft back into service in a safe and timely manner.
- Will ensure that HAL property and equipment are maintained to the highest standard.
- Ensure that Coordinators, Lead Mechanics and Mechanics are aligned with our department vision, mission, and goals.
- Responsible for the professional growth and development of the Coordinators, Lead Mechanics, and Mechanics. This includes and is not limited to:
- Leadership training
- Enhanced technical training
- One-on-One coaching and mentoring
- Succession plan
- Will ensure administrative and disciplinary policies and procedures are enforced, this includes but not limited to:
- Ultipro - Daily timesheets, vacation requests.
- Mentorship
- ROCA’s
- CBA
- Employee Evaluations
- Rewards
- Budget
- Ensures all required training for HA and vendor technicians are complying to HA and Regulatory regulations, this includes and not limited to:
- Spotlight training
- Read & Signs
- Maintenance Tips
- Recurrent Training
- Other duties as assigned or directed.
DOT regulations, 14 CFR part 120 identifies this position as performing safety-sensitive functions. You will be required to undergo DOT pre-employment drug testing to determine the presence of Marijuana, Cocaine, Opiates, PCP (Phencyclidine) and Amphetamine prior to any offer of employment or transfer into this position.
Minimum Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Requires FAA Airframe and Powerplant License
- 3 years of experience managing direct reports
- Strong analytical and operational business skills
- Requires excellent oral and written communication skills, and interpersonal skills
- Leadership ability with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong computer skills with Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat etc.
- Requires experience with building and maintaining a budget.
- Must be able to obtain an SIDA/AOA badge
- Valid driver’s license and passport is required
- Hawaiian Airlines is regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT - regulation, 49 CFR part 40) and all applicants are advised that post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted to determine the presence of Marijuana, Cocaine, Opioids, PCP (Phencyclidine), and Amphetamine prior to any offer of employment or transfer into a safety-sensitive position. Failure to submit to testing or positive indications of drug use will render the applicant ineligible for employment with Hawaiian Airlines and any employment offer will be withdrawn.
- In addition to routine employment eligibility verification, U.S.-based airlines must gather information to validate country of citizenship and country of birth. Upon hire, you must provide documentation proving your current country citizenship and birthplace.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, for any employer, without sponsorship. Hawaiian Airlines will not sponsor applicants for nonimmigrant or immigrant employment visas or status for this position.
At Hawaiian Airlines, we are dedicated to offering a comprehensive total rewards package that aims to attract, engage, and retain the finest talent in the industry. Our rewards structure is thoughtfully designed to include a competitive base salary coupled with variable compensation opportunities. This balanced approach ensures a fulfilling and lucrative work environment, aligning individual achievements with the broader organizational success.
Please note that the provided salary information serves as a general guideline. Our salary is determined by a candidate's experience and qualifications as well as market and business considerations. The expected pay range is $110,000 - $121,800.
Preferred Qualifications
- B787, A321, and A330 experience preferred
- TRAX experience
- Experience in FAR part 121 and/or 135 operations
- College Degree with emphasis in Aviation
About Hawaiian Airlines
Now in its 95th year of continuous service, Hawaiian is Hawaiʻi's largest and longest-serving airline. Hawaiian offers approximately 150 daily flights within the Hawaiian Islands, and nonstop flights between Hawaiʻi and 16 U.S. gateway cities,as well as service connecting Honolulu and American Samoa, Australia, Cook Islands, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea and Tahiti.
Consumer surveys by Condé Nast Traveler and TripAdvisor have placed Hawaiian among the top of all domestic airlines serving Hawaiʻi. The carrier was named Hawaiʻi's best employer by Forbes in 2024 and has topped
Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best list as the No. 1 U.S. airline for the past two years. Hawaiian has also led all U.S. carriers in on-time performance for 18 consecutive years (2004-2021) as reported by the U.S. Department of Transportation.
The airline is committed to connecting people with aloha by offering complimentary meals for all guests on transpacific routes and the convenience of no change fees on Main Cabin and Premium Cabin seats. HawaiianMiles members also enjoy flexibility with miles that never expire. As Hawai‘i’s hometown airline, Hawaiian encourages guests to Travel Pono and experience the islands safely and respectfully.
Hawaiian Airlines, Inc. is a subsidiary of Alaska Air Group. (NYSE: ALK). Additional information is available at HawaiianAirlines.com. Follow Hawaiian’s Twitter updates (@HawaiianAir), become a fan on Facebook (Hawaiian Airlines), and follow us on Instagram (hawaiianairlines). For career postings and updates, follow Hawaiian’s LinkedIn page.
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