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Sun Country Airlines · 2 weeks ago

Maintenance Control Operations Manager

Minneapolis, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$125K/yr - $140K/yr

5+ years exp

Sun Country Airlines is a unique hybrid low-cost carrier with over 40 years of Minnesota roots. The Maintenance Control Operations Manager will provide real-time leadership and oversight within the Maintenance Control function, ensuring aircraft are maintained in compliance with FAA regulations and company policies.

Air TransportationHospitalityService IndustryTravel

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Provide operational oversight of Maintenance Controllers and maintenance activity across the fleet

Serve as the single management point of contact for the mechanical status of all aircraft, maintaining continuous awareness of fleet conditions

Ensure safety, compliance, and cost-effectiveness in all maintenance control activities

Liaise with the SOC, Flight Operations, Line Maintenance, Planning, Engineering, Quality Control, and Supply Chain to minimize disruptions during irregular operations

Oversee MEL/CDL/ETOPS/LLM compliance and ensure deferred items are corrected promptly

Monitor and report on maintenance delays, cancellations, and trends

Provide leadership in accident/incident response in accordance with the Emergency Response Guide

Supervise, mentor, and evaluate Maintenance Controllers, including staffing schedules, performance reviews, and hiring/onboarding

Drive cultural alignment by fostering professionalism, accountability, and teamwork

Lead organizational change by effectively communicating priorities, guiding Controllers through transitions, and embedding new processes

Act as a mediator between operational groups to resolve conflicts related to work priorities and planning. Manage and oversee the Maintenance Control function to ensure safety, compliance, and operational needs

Qualification

FAA Mechanic CertificateAircraft maintenance experienceAviation safety standardsSupervisory experienceMaintenance tracking systemsDecision-making under pressureCommunication skillsTeam management

Required

FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings

Minimum of 5 years of experience working on 737 or similar type aircraft

Minimum of 3 years of supervisory or management experience in commercial airline maintenance operations

Strong understanding of aviation safety standards, FAA regulations, and airline maintenance operations

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Ability to make timely, sound decisions under operational pressure

Experience managing cross-functional teams in a 24/7 operational environment