Director of Maintenance – Aviation Maintenance Operations in Newport News, Virginia at Qualdoc, LLC

• Oversee all maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) activities within an FAA Part 145 Repair Station
• Ensure compliance with 14 CFR Part 145 regulations and established maintenance procedures
• Direct and supervise aircraft modification programs
• Ensure all aircraft modifications meet regulatory, safety, and customer requirements
• Support Part 91 flight operations by ensuring aircraft remain airworthy and available for safe operations
• Manage maintenance schedules and allocate resources to minimize downtime and maximize operational readiness
• Optimize maintenance operations to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and support business growth

• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations, including Part 145, Part 135, Part 91, and Part 43 requirements
• Maintain compliance with industry standards, including AS9100 and OEM requirements
• Coordinate with FAA inspectors and regulatory agencies during inspections and audits
• Lead safety initiatives and promote a culture focused on compliance, safety, and environmental responsibility

• Supervise maintenance personnel, including scheduling, training, and performance management
• Ensure all maintenance staff maintain the required technical qualifications and regulatory certifications
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Recruit, develop, and retain highly skilled maintenance technicians
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing work environment
• Develop and maintain a professional, clean, and organized maintenance culture
• Develop labor tracking processes and maintain billable labor performance goals

• Oversee aircraft maintenance programs and ensure compliance with manufacturer recommendations
• Ensure compliance with service bulletins and airworthiness directives
• Supervise aircraft modification projects while maintaining regulatory compliance and meeting project deadlines
• Maintain accurate and complete maintenance records in accordance with FAA standards
• Support aircraft reliability and minimize operational disruptions

• Serve as the primary contact for maintenance-related communication with leadership, customers, and regulatory agencies
• Provide maintenance reports, operational updates, and performance metrics
• Address customer concerns related to aircraft maintenance and modification activities
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders

• Collaborate with flight operations teams to minimize maintenance-related flight delays
• Coordinate pre-flight inspections, maintenance scheduling, and post-flight maintenance activities
• Develop and implement maintenance procedures that support FAA Part 91 compliance
• Support fleet availability and aircraft reliability goals

• AS9100D Training
• Part 145 Training
• Quality and Technical Training
• Airframe, engine, and licensing training as required

If you have extensive aviation maintenance leadership experience and are ready to lead a high-performing maintenance organization, we encourage you to apply today.