Warbird Maintenance Supervisor

Warbird Maintenance SupervisorLewis Aeronautical is a Part 91, on-demand flight operation supporting business as well as personal travel for a San Antonio based Energy Company. Flights will be conducted on a fleet of vintage aircraft throughout the U.S. as well as International destinations. The Warbird Maintenance Supervisor oversees all aspects related to the maintaining and readiness of the Warbird aviation assets to include the management of personnel within that department. The position is directly responsible for successful upkeep of rare vintage aircraft for the owner's use and occasional display to the public.ResponsibilitiesWhat You'll Do:Ensures safe maintenance and line operations.Supervises maintenance personnel.Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of fleet.Performs routine inspections (Annual and Continuous) of fleet.Ensures the quality of aircraft, engine and avionics maintenance and repair.Assists with development of department policies.Assists with preparation of short- and long-range plans.Assists with preparation of the annual operating budget.Assists with establishment of minimum employment qualifications.Develops assigned personnel to realize their full potential.Assists with establishment of performance appraisal procedures and dismissal standards.Recommends the proper staffing for the maintenance department.Establishes schedules for periodic inspections, general overhaul, repairs and modifications.Establishes and maintaining records as required by FARs, manufacturers and company policy.Monitors these records, if maintained by outside agency.Establishes maintenance safety rules and procedures.Establishes spares and ground support equipment inventories.Ensures that department personnel are thoroughly familiar with company policies, appropriate FARs, pertinent manuals, practices and publications.Establishes programs for maintenance technician proficiency training, reviews and upgrades, in accordance with FAA and company requirements.Establishes aircraft handling procedures.Establishes requirements for hangar space, grounds and a fuel farm, if applicable.Helps monitor security and environmental affairs, including completing material safety data sheets on all chemicals, fire drills and safety training.Helps coordinate activities of the maintenance department with flight operations.Helps ensure that maintenance and flight crew personnel understand the company's objectives and each other's needs.Helps provide efficient and timely scheduling of all maintenance and repair.Directs compliance of minimum equipment list (MEL) maintenance procedures.Assumes responsibility for maintenance and upkeep of the aviation hangar and office facility.Directly supervises employees in the Warbirds Aircraft Maintenance department.QualificationsAbout You (Qualifications & Experience):Education and/or ExperienceAssociate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school.Minimum 15 years related experience.Experience with V12 and radial engines.FAA A&P Certificate (Airframe & Powerplant).FAA IA Certificate (Inspection Authorization).Basic computer skills and knowledge of email, Microsoft Word and Excel.Ability to navigate computer based maintenance programs for recording keeping etc.Travel 50-75% of the timeYour BenefitsLewis Energy Group appreciates the hard work and dedication you bring to our team every day. To do our part, we are committed to keeping your benefits affordable and beneficial for you and your eligible family members. Lewis Energy Group strives to provide benefits that meet your needs, are easy to understand and use, and provide excellent value for affordable costs.Insurance: Medical/Dental/Vision/ Basic Life and AD&D/and other benefit options to meet your personal needsRetirement: 401K with immediate matching contributionAnnual Discretionary BonusGenerous Paid Time Off and Paid HolidaysEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) Free, confidential support for you and your dependentsWellness & Company Events throughout the yearEqual Opportunity EmployerLewis Energy Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability.