Director of Flight Maintenance Jobs

Sierra Pacific Industries

Location:
United States, Redding

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

150000.00 - 225000.00 USD / Year

Save Job

Apply Position

Job Description:

Sierra Pacific Industries is seeking a qualified Director of Maintenance to join our professional aviation team (Part 91). Our flight department operates and maintains a fleet of modern aircraft, including Gulfstream G500, Hawker 4000s, Pilatus PC24, and Bell 429. The successful applicant will report to the Director of Aviation and will need to reside in the general Redding, California area. The Director of Maintenance is responsible for the evaluation, performance, and management of maintenance for aircraft and base facilities. Provides professional recommendations associated with maintaining the aircraft and ensuring airworthiness. The Director of Maintenance also maintains current technical proficiency and education of aircraft and regulatory requirements.

Job Responsibility:

Conduct and lead all aspects of flight department maintenance for aircraft and base facility to ensure safe and productive environment
Manage all maintenance activities of aircraft to ensure compliance, and maintenance requirements are met through appropriate standards, methods, and procedures
Manage scheduling, certification, and all aspects of maintenance related to aircraft under Part 91 to ensure safe operational readiness of aircraft with as little schedule impact as possible
Supervise, mentor, and train aircraft technicians and mechanics with focus on career development and long-term productivity
Develop budget and outline/project costs related to aircraft maintenance operations, parts and labor, tooling, equipment, and base facilities
Evaluate, manage, and approve expenditures related to aircraft and facility maintenance
Conduct required aircraft inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs in-house when possible
Oversee aircraft inspections and work completed at outside service centers
Actively participate in the Safety Management System
Professionally and effectively engage with FAA and other agencies to maintain respected partnerships
Ensure complete and accurate records, including inspections, repairs and component changes, airframe flight time, engine times, service letters, FAA maintenances instructions
Review and ensure all required entries into aircraft logbooks and permanent records are accurate and preserved in accordance with requirements
Ensure compliance and respond appropriately with Airworthiness Directives and Service Bulletins affecting Flight Department aircraft
Utilize a high level of interpersonal, problem-solving, and negotiating skills to effectively handle time sensitive and critical situations
Establish contracts, publications, and subscriptions as necessary ensuring all required manuals to be utilized do remain current

Requirements:

FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certification
FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) Certification preferred
3 years of maintenance management experience in a Part 91 or Part 135 environment
Familiarity with FAA LOAs and MEL creation/management
Demonstrated knowledge of planning, implementation, and direction of maintenance programs and control systems
Extensive experience with computer-based aircraft recordkeeping
Valid drivers license and clean driving record
Willing to reside in the general Redding, California area

What we offer:

Excellent low-cost health benefits
Retirement plan with employer-paid contributions
Paid vacation and 10 holidays
Full Health Benefits Plan (including medical, dental, and vision) with low-cost premiums
401(k) with Company Match
additional Retirement Contributions
company-paid Life Insurance

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 12, 2025

Expiration:
January 04, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

View All Jobs In This Company

Job Link Share:

Director of Flight Maintenance

Sierra Pacific Industries

Location:United States, Redding

Category:IT - Administration

Contract Type:Not provided