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Who we are and where we are going:
Ascent Aviation Services is one of the largest aviation maintenance, repair, overhaul, storage and reclamation operations in the world. Our strength comes from our talented and professional employees who excel through teamwork and enthusiasm. Ascent Aviation Services continues to grow and are continually looking for motivated and career minded aviation professionals who will support our vision and goals.
We are seeking an A&P Supervisor to join our team!
Are you a skilled aviation professional with a passion for leadership and excellence in aircraft maintenance? We’re looking for an experienced A&P Supervisor to become a key part of our high-performing team. In this critical role, youll lead daily maintenance operations, ensuring aircraft are serviced, repaired, and returned to the skies safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
As a trusted leader, you’ll embody our core values of Respect, Safety, Quality, and Results while guiding technicians, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and driving projects forward. From overseeing workload distribution to ensuring strict compliance with FAA/EASA regulations and OEM requirements, your work will directly impact the success and safety of every flight.
This role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and problem-solving skills to ensure quality standards, safety, and timely project delivery. The Supervisor will report daily progress to the Project Manager and address any obstacles to ensure successful project completion.
This is a hands-on role supporting a 24/7 operations. Flexibility is required, including availability for day, evening, weekend, and 12-hour shifts.
Essential Job Functions:
- Maintain a thorough understanding of the company’s Inspection Procedures Manual (IPM) and Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) requirements.
- Oversee maintenance production flow, ensuring projects are completed on schedule and within scope.
- Coordinate with all departments to ensure proper workflow, sequencing, and project completion.
- Hold daily meetings with Skills Leads to review project scope, requirements, and budgetary constraints.
- Provide daily status updates to the Project Manager, reporting progress and addressing concerns.
- Collaborate with Skills Leads to allocate billable man-hours and estimate hours for non-routine tasks, ensuring customer approval.
- Monitor project progress, comparing planned vs. actual man-hours, and ensure the project stays within budget and schedule.
- Maintain responsibility for the project’s budget and delivery schedule, ensuring both are me
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Marginal Job Functions:
- Delegate tasks as needed while maintaining overall responsibility for successful project completion.
- Provide leadership and mentorship to direct reports, promoting teamwork and high-quality workmanship for on-time aircraft re-delivery.
- Ensure safety standards and regulations are enforced in the work area to prevent accidents.
- Promote good housekeeping practices, fostering a safe and organized work environment.
- Verify proper tagging and storage of aircraft components and parts.
- Continuously seek opportunities to improve processes, enhancing efficiency and safety.
- Review personnel performance and aircraft progress daily, adjusting plans or schedules as needed to ensure timely task completion
Qualifications:
Required
- Must Carry A&P License
- 5 years of experience in Aircraft maintenance
- Bilingual Spanish
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Ability to safely drive and operate a standard shift automotive vehicle and other related equipment.
- Capable of working independently or under supervision.
- Flexibility to work at both Marana, AZ and Tucson, AZ locations as business needs dictate.
Preferred
- Excellent attention to detail and mathematical proficiency.
- Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to adhere to deadlines.
- Ability to read, write, and comprehend English with the capability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Proficient in interpreting and applying technical data relevant to the position.
You will get more than just compensation at Ascent Aviation:
- 401K with company match
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Disability
- PTO
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- Development and Career Growth Opportunities
- EAP
Core Values:
RESPECT – For each other, our facilities, equipment and our customer’s needs.
SAFETY – Continuously pursuing an accident and injury free environment.
QUALITY – Zero post-delivery defects and audit ready all the time.
RESULTS – On-time, all the time. Meeting our commitments.
Work Location: Aircraft maintenance hangar, flightline, and Avionics Shop.
Potential Hazards: Exposure to high intensity noise levels, extreme changes in temperature, electrical charges and radar waves, materials identified on Safety Data Sheets, working around moving machinery.
Protective Equipment Required: Goggles, safety glasses, face shields, ear protection, aprons, gloves, safety harnesses, breathing equipment.
SMS REQUIREMENTS
- Employees are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with company policies and government regulations. These rules are written in the interest of preserving the lives and the resources entrusted to each employee, and when the rules are violated, the risk of a mishap is usually increased.
- Employees shall participate in safety education programs and train to recognize hazards on the job and how to report them promptly. As a condition of employment, each member of Ascent Aviation agrees to report errors, incidents, and accidents honestly.
- Any employee who observes an unsafe action or condition should bring it to the attention of supervisors and managers. Certain conditions may allow the employee to easily correct a condition or situation.
- In all cases, the employee must notify his/her supervisor of any actions taken by the employee. The first employee to observe an accident or incident should take immediate action to alert appropriate responders/supervision and to take reasonable steps to prevent further injury, or damage.
Duties not listed within the position description may be required of the employee at the discretion of the department management. Job functions may vary due to irregular working conditions or multiple shift positions.
Ascent Aviation Services is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to making reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of their job. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. EEO/AA/F/M/VET/DIS