Regional Manager, Maintenance - Southeast Region

Responsibilities Job Summary: The Regional Manager is responsible for the strategic direction and day-to-day leadership of Spirit Airlines Safety, Regulatory Compliance, Process and Procedures, and Oversight functions. This involves the leadership of a multi-site management, focused on the delivery of technical compliance, safety and oversight functions in the carrier’s technical operations. The Regional Manager through delegation from the Sr Director, Line Maintenance is responsible to maintain a safe and compliant oversight of all Maintenance stations that are assigned. The Regional Manager owns responsibility for Maintenance stations manpower, training, and regulatory compliance for the Southeast Region. This position directly impacts the operating and financial performance of the airline, the safety of employees and customers and the business success of the company. The Regional Manager is responsible for conducting investigations and compile reports concerning problems or incidents at assigned Southeast Region stations, as well as review and act upon problems surfaced by analysis reports and provide findings to the Sr Director of Line Maintenance. The Regional Manager will have multiple base managers that will report to him/her. Based on scheduled RON (Remains Over Night) aircraft at Spirit and contract stations. The Regional Manager is responsible to assign functions according to Aviation Regulations, manufacturer’s maintenance and company procedures to ensure that aircraft are maintained to the prescribed standards of airworthiness and serviceability. The Regional Manager is responsible to ensure maintenance performed by company and maintenance provider personnel are in compliance with the Federal Aviation regulations and company procedures. The Regional Manager is responsible for the review of General Maintenance Manual revision submissions to ensure compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations and proper departmental interfaces are maintained. Training – Completion of all required maintenance personnel initial and recurrent training requirement to keep station with the most qualified Technician teams. Accomplishment of maintenance oversight to verify properly trained, qualified, and authorized personnel are being maintained at each station. Accomplishment to make sure that each assigned station has the proper support equipment and tooling. Must make sure that each assigned station has the planned/budgeted head-count assigned to each station. Ensures strict and timely compliance with all FAA and other regulatory requirements as well as Spirit Airlines’ established policies and procedures. Promotes and secures adherence to policies that ensure the highest levels of safety and training throughout the Maintenance station staff. Working closely with the management team, establishes a clear overall business and operating strategy for each MX station and its staff. Coordinates with the Technical Operation management team and the training department to develop and implement corrective action plans based on results of investigations or findings. Represents the Maintenance department with service providers and off site repair facilities for drop in MX repairs. Establishes hiring standards; Reviews all Manager and Supervisor candidate applications and conducts interviews; Hires management staff to ensure staffing requirements are being met. May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Responsibilities and duties may change when circumstances dictate (e.g., emergencies change in workload, rush jobs or technical developments). Qualifications BA/BS degree in technical field (i.e. Engineering, Quality, Science) preferred. Hold a valid FAA-Issued Mechanic Certificate with Airframe & Powerplant ratings for at least 5 years. Minimum of 8 years leadership experience required. In-depth knowledge of FAA 14CFR Part 21 required•Knowledge of aircraft industry quality system standards and knowledge of manufacturing processes and related process controls. In-depth knowledge in the administration of quality systems for both internal and suppliers. Experience with risk management tools, including FAA, SMS Systems, FMEA and risk cubes. Good organization and time management skills. Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to present findings to team members, management and support personnel. Ability to independently generate presentations regarding quality assurance group activities and status, and present them to senior quality management and development staff Ability to educate others on principles of SMS. Ability to provide extensive in-depth investigations as assigned by CASS. Overview At Spirit Airlines, our mission is to deliver the best value in the sky and be the most successful airline on Earth! We are leaders in providing customizable travel options and make it possible for our Guests to venture further and discover more than ever before by serving destinations throughout the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean! Imagine making your mark on an organization introducing 100’s of new aircraft that will double our fleet! Fly With A Winner: We are proud to be one of FORTUNE World’s Most Admired® Companies in 2021. Our constant growth and improvement mean boundless career opportunities. Team Members develop their careers rapidly while building key skills that drive long-term success. The Giving Spirit: We are committed to inspiring positive change in the cities where we work and live. That starts with giving back through Corporate Social Responsibility and The Spirit Airlines Charitable Foundation. Be Yourself: We want Team Members to feel empowered to bring their whole self to work and contribute to our success – that’s why we’re committed to building progress in the areas of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. Our Spirit Family is strong, not despite our differences, but because of them. Travel The World: We offer competitive base salaries with robust health & welfare benefits, including travel & flight benefits for you and your family. EEOC Statement Spirit Airlines is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.