Position Summary:
The Accountable Manager for SkyWarrior's Avionics Part 145 Repair Station is responsible for the full regulatory, operational, and administrative oversight of the repair station. This role ensures that all avionics maintenance, installations, inspections, and return-to-service activities are performed in compliance with FAA regulations, SkyWarrior standards, and industry best practices. The Accountable Manager leads the organization in maintaining a high level of safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
Serve as the primary point of contact with the FAA, especially the Principal Maintenance Inspector (PMI), and ensure ongoing compliance with Part 145 regulations specific to avionics repair and installation.
Ensure SkyWarrior's Repair Station Manual, Quality Control Manual, and Training Program accurately reflect all avionics capabilities and are updated, implemented, and followed.
Oversee day-to-day operations of the avionics repair station, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient completion of all work scopes including troubleshooting, repair, testing, bench work, installations, and system certifications.
Provide leadership and guidance to avionics technicians, inspectors, and administrative staff while promoting SkyWarrior's culture of safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
Ensure all personnel performing avionics maintenance are properly trained, qualified, and current per SkyWarrior's training program and FAA requirements.
Manage repair station resources, tooling, test equipment, calibration programs, and technical data to support all approved avionics capabilities.
Oversee internal audits, corrective actions, and root-cause analysis to maintain a strong quality system and prevent recurrence of issues.
Address and resolve FAA findings, customer concerns, and quality discrepancies effectively and promptly.
Maintain accurate and compliant recordkeeping for avionics maintenance releases, work orders, test results, and component tracking.
Monitor regulatory and technological changes within the avionics industry and lead the implementation of necessary updates or new capabilities.
Ensure that SkyWarrior's avionics repair station operates with a proactive safety mindset and adheres to all company safety policies and maintenance best practices.
Approve major operational decisions, including capability additions, staffing levels, major purchases, and revisions to procedures or manuals.
Qualifications:
Strong operational knowledge of FAA Part 145 requirements with an emphasis on avionics repair, test, and installation.
Prior management or supervisory experience in an avionics maintenance environment required.
In-depth understanding of avionics systems, troubleshooting procedures, and applicable technical data.
Excellent organizational, leadership, and regulatory communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with FAA inspectors, vendors, customers, and SkyWarrior leadership.
Preferred:
FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) or FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL).Experience with Garmin highly desirable.
Wage: $85,000-$95,000 depending on experience.
Benefits:- 401(k)AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
