The Cell Lead reports to the Production Manager and shall be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and overhaul activities performed on articles at Unical Arizona 145.

Essential Functions:

• Ensure that personnel is appropriately trained to meet the requirement of the Authorities (FAA, EASA, etc.) and customers.
• Ensure that shop equipment and tooling are maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Ensure safe practices in accordance with environmental health and safety, as well as company practices.
• Conduct periodic meetings with staff on issues affecting operations as well as communicate the company’s policies and relevant information to staff.
• Train and supervise staff on paperwork and practices.
• Carry out a random review of articles in progress to ensure compliance with regulatory and customer requirements and repair station procedures.
• Conduct daily operation status reviews and prioritize work activities to optimize operational efficiency as well as meet customer requirements.
• Interface with Quality Department to ensure all work is performed in accordance with current technical data and Federal Regulations.
• Coordinate with Quality Department to ensure that all Inspection, Measuring, and Testing Equipment (IMTE) are calibrated.
• Review reported deficiencies and implement corrective actions as necessary to prevent reoccurrence.
• Coordinate new capability development.
• Perform receiving and in process inspections of components as required.
• Perform maintenance on components, including inspection, test, repair, overhaul, and alteration as required.
• Any other duties as assigned.
• The Maintenance Manager meets the requirements of Part 65 and is duly certificated as a repairman of Unical Arizona 145 or A&P Licensed.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• A&P License or qualified to be issued a Repairman’s Certificate as defined in 14 CFR Part 65.
• Aircraft maintenance or aircraft component maintenance management experience.
• Minimum 5+ years of composite maintenance experience.
• Minimum 5+ years of management and/or supervisory experience in the aviation industry
• In-depth knowledge of commercial and FAA technical publications.
• Strong knowledge of Federal Regulations.
• Valid State Identification.
• General knowledge of business management and finance.
• Ability to understand and interpret procedural and standard operational manuals.
• Familiar with basic safety procedures as they relate to aircraft or component maintenance.
• Written and verbal ability to communicate with all levels of employees.
• Ability to work with others as part of a team to achieve established goals.
• Must be able to pass DOT Drug & Alcohol screening.
• Must be a U.S. Person or Permanent Green Card holder due to ITAR regulations.

Skills:

• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills.
• Must have strong computer skills.
• Excellent prioritization, organizational, analytical, and decision-making skills.

Physical Demands: Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Working Conditions:

Ability to work in machine shop/component repair environment.

Momentary exposure to high noises.

Exposure to chemicals and cleaning agents.

Personal Protection Equipment will be required for certain tasks.

Travel:

Travel may be required.

Language:

Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.