Airframe Supervisor

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Location: Ypsilanti, MI, US

Job Type: Full-Time

Department: QC Records

Reports To: Records Manager

Summary

Responsible for the administration of Aircraft Records in accordance with company policy and FAA standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Lead, supervise and train QC Records personnel to ensure consistent performance, accountability, and adherence to established procedures.

Audit digital documents using AirVault, Microsoft Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and other tools to ensure system entry directly reflects the work performed and compliance with FAA regulations and company requirements.

Implement and maintain M&E controls to streamline configuration compliance with General Maintenance Manual (GMM), applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), and Maintenance Inspection Program (MIP) requirements.

Ensure accountability, correctness, and completeness of all regulatory records associated with aircraft, engines, and components. 

Monitor required airframe, engine, and component inspection requirements and ensure applicable records are properly received, reviewed, documented, and maintained.

Maintain clear and professional email correspondence with mechanics, maintenance stations, and other internal teams.

Ensure proper digital archiving and secure handling of all records in compliance with regulatory and internal retention policies.

Support ongoing audits and internal process improvements.

Perform any other duties as assigned by the QC Records Manager.

Qualifications

Minimum of two (2) year experience in aviation maintenance, technical records, or FAA documentation.

Airframe and/or Powerplant certification (desired).

Education and/or Experience 

High School Diploma/GED. 

Associate degree or higher/relevant certifications (desired).

Minimum of two (2) years experience in office administration.

Advanced working knowledge of AMOS or similar Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) database systems.

Minimum of two (2) years experience in 14 CFR Part 121 air carrier maintenance or operations.

Previous leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred (desired).

Skills 

Strong leadership, coaching, and team-development skills.

Understanding of aircraft maintenance documentation and regulatory compliance requirements.

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook , Adobe Acrobat , and Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, and Teams .

Proven ability to work effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities and changing demands.

Excellent organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to read, write and understand spoken and written English.  

Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, climb/descend stairs, and be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds.

Work Environment 

The work environment is in an office environment. Every employee has their own workstation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Fast-paced, multitasking role ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of our aircraft maintenance documentation systems.

Internal Applicants

Qualified, interested internal candidates should submit to Human Resources an “Internal Application” form (found on ADP) that has been signed by their supervisor

*Must be authorized to work in the United States