Project Manager Heavy Maintenance

Overview:

At Spirit, we live “More Fly.” It’s not just about getting from point A to B—it’s about feeling fly while you’re at it. For our Team Members, it means thinking BIG, taking action, making connections, and having a blast while doing it. From the station to the cockpit, the cabin to the computer, every day is an adventure as we redefine travel.

Soar with us and enjoy travel perks that bring you closer to what matters. Join a team that empowers you to bring your full self to work, grow personally and professionally, and fuel the communities we serve. At Spirit Airlines, the sky isn’t the limit—it’s just the beginning!

Responsibilities:

The incumbent in this role may work remotely when not traveling to support business needs (up to 50% travel, including international).

• Serves as the primary quality liaison between Spirit Tech Ops and the Essential Maintenance Provider (EMP).
• Reviews and approves all non-routines generated during inspections, modifications, repairs, etc., for method of corrections, estimated labor, and materials.
• Assists in investigative activities in partnership with the EMP.
• Assists in process improvements with the EMP to drive improvements in quality, span, and cost.
• Continuously monitors the quality, status, and cost of the work in progress.
• Monitors workmanship and materials used during maintenance to verify compliance with applicable Spirit Airlines requirements and standards, and FAA regulations.
• Assures that the aircraft paperwork associated with the work in progress is properly executed and compliant.
• Advises Maintenance Control of the arrival and departure status of the aircraft that is in check.
• Coordinates the readiness for maintenance performed by the maintenance provider with Fleet Planning Material Services and the maintenance planning. This includes the work package and pre-draw material with the Essential Maintenance Provider prior to aircraft delivery.
• Arranges for appropriate paperwork i.e., Test Flights, Ferry flights, and other required aircraft documentation.
• Liaisons with the Materials Department, Engineering, MX Programs, Aircraft Records, and Planning for production continuity and recommend corrective actions.
• Administers maintenance work scopes, as required.
• Advises the contractor (145 Repair Station) of impending changes requested by Maintenance Planning or Maintenance Administration and vice-versa.
• Assists in ensuring that the aircraft paperwork associated with the work in progress is properly executed and compliant.
• Maintains a professional positive working relationship with the contractor (145 Repair Station).
• Performs all duties as applicable within the scope of the company-approved and accepted manuals including the General Maintenance Manual (GMM), the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) maintenance and/or overhaul manuals, and the Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and Airworthiness Directives (Ads) as applicable.
• Reviews and completely understands the Spirit General Maintenance Manual.
• Reviews and completely understands the Airworthiness Agreement document generated for each maintenance provider.
• May perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Senior Manager, Airframe Supplier & Operations. Responsibilities and duties may change when circumstances dictate (e.g., emergencies change in workload, rush jobs or technical developments).

Decisions this role makes:

• Approve individual cost assessments by task
• Determines airworthiness of individual discrepancy resolutions
• Assist in selecting metrics & continual improvement areas to enhance the HMV Program.
• Evaluate / select new techniques and technologies to further improve quality and efficiency.

Decisions this role participates in:

• Assist in managing delivery, redelivery, and return to service of completed aircraft.
• Manage maintenance scheduling/planning of incoming aircraft.

Qualifications:

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Maintenance preferred or equivalent experience in Aviation Maintenance

FAA Airframe and Powerplant license (A&P) required

1. 7 years’ experience in Aviation Maintenance, required

Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Power Apps, Microsoft Lists, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.

• Ability to effectively coordinate multiple projects at the same time.
• Knowledge of logistics concepts; inventory management experience.
• Thorough Knowledge of 14 CFR part 25, 43, 145 and 121 regulations and other regulatory requirements within an airline environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with advanced systems. Understanding of aircraft system operation and ability to assist in troubleshooting.
• Preferred Experience with A320 FAMILY CEO & NEO aircraft and systems.
• Ability to read and interpret the AMM (Aircraft maintenance manual), EMM (Engine maintenance manual), CMM (component maintenance manual) and SRM (Structural Repair Manual).
• Ability to read and interpret Service bulletins and other supplier documentation.
• Knowledge of aircraft performance monitoring, understand the impact to line operations.
• Monitor key performance metrics to identify areas of nascent problems.
• Bi-lingual in Spanish preferred but not required.
• Ability to travel internationally - must have a valid passport that allows for international travel.
• Travel up to 50% of the time.
• Exert up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands are in excess of those of Sedentary work. Light work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

EEOC Statement:

Spirit Airlines is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.