Manager - Line Maintenance

As a leader in private aviation in Canada, Execaire Aviation, with over 70 years of experience, is a leader in the field of aviation solutions. Our fusion of tradition and progress ensures that our private aviation solutions continue to set new standards of excellence for private aviation companies. Our success is built on a team of over 600 dedicated professionals, embodying our values of professionalism and innovation. As a leader in aeronautical solutions and private jet operators, we offer a comprehensive range of services including aircraft management, aircraft maintenance, aircraft charter and aircraft sales, as well as FBO services. At Execaire Aviation, our core values are strong and steadfast. Safety guides all our operations. Excellence is our standard for every task, and innovation is our driver, propelling us toward the future of aviation.

Join us in redefining the values of aviation and unleash your potential in an environment where your aspirations will take flight!

Position Overview

The Line Maintenance Manager is responsible for the safe, compliant, efficient, and cost-effective management of all line maintenance activities across the company's national network. This includes the supervision of Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AMEs) employed by the company, whether assigned to a specific base or not, as well as third-party line maintenance providers acting on behalf of the company.

The Manager ensures that all line maintenance activities are carried out in accordance with Transport Canada regulations, company policies, maintenance programs, and industry best practices, while maintaining the highest standards of safety, reliability, and customer service.

This position provides operational leadership across multiple bases, ensuring the enforcement of standardized maintenance practices, efficient resource utilization, and the consistent delivery of services throughout the network.

What You Will Do

Operational Leadership

• Direct all daily line maintenance activities across the national network.
• Provide leadership and support to base Crew Chiefs and Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AMEs).
• Establish standardized operating procedures and harmonized work practices.

Fleet Support
Ensure supervision of the following:

• Maintenance programs for assigned client fleets
• Unassigned line maintenance resources
• Aircraft on Ground (AOG) response capability
• Scheduled and unscheduled maintenance work performed at night or outside normal hours
• Correction of anomalies and defects
• Support for Minimum Equipment List (MEL) management
• Aircraft recovery and return-to-service activities
• Coordinate maintenance resources to ensure operational reliability and aircraft availability for clients.

Supervision of Third-Party Maintenance Providers

Foster a Proactive Safety Culture

Regulatory Compliance

Personnel Leadership
Provide leadership to:

• Assigned AMEs
• Unassigned AMEs
• Crew Chiefs
• Base Supervisors (where applicable)

Responsibilities:

• Performance management
• Coaching and mentoring
• Succession planning
• Workforce planning
• Employee engagement and mobilization
• Schedule supervision
• Recruitment support
• Labor relations support
• Fostering continuous professional development.

Operational Planning
Develop national resource allocation plans

Customer Support

Financial Responsibility
Participate in the management of the following:

• Operating budgets
• Labor utilization
• Overtime management
• Vendor-related expenses
• Tooling requirements
• Capital expenditure planning
• Cost-reduction initiatives
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity and efficiency.

Lead Continuous Improvement Initiatives

What You Will Bring

Training

• Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) license, an asset.
• College diploma or university degree in aeronautical maintenance, engineering, aviation management, or a related field, an asset.

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in aeronautical maintenance.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a supervisory or management role.
• Experience managing multiple maintenance sites.
• Experience within a Transport Canada-certified Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO).
• Experience managing client aircraft fleets.
• Experience supervising third-party maintenance service providers.
• Experience leading teams distributed across multiple geographic locations.

Knowledge

• Solid knowledge of the following:
• Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs).
• Approved Maintenance Organizations (AMOs).
• Aircraft maintenance planning.
• Human factors.
• Safety Management Systems (SMS).
• Reliability programs.
• Aircraft technical records.
• Maintenance control processes.
• Aircraft return-to-service and operational requirements.

What We Will Do For You

At Execaire Aviation, your career path matters.

Our career culture is driven by innovation, teamwork, and a commitment to achieving excellence. We foster growth by offering a variety of learning opportunities tailored to different roles within our organization. Whether through hands-on experience, mentoring, or role-specific training, our goal is to help you gain confidence and develop your skills where it matters. Not all paths are alike; we are committed to creating an environment where curiosity is encouraged and development is possible.

Diversity and Inclusion

Chúng tôi tôn vinh sự đa dạng và tin tưởng vào sức mạnh của một môi trường làm việc hòa nhập. At Execaire Aviation, we value unique perspectives and backgrounds, recognizing that diversity drives innovation and creativity. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and encouraged to do their best. Join us in building a team that reflects the full richness of aviation.