Manager, Line Maintenance Vendors

Short Description

Supervises and oversees contract maintenance providers while supporting Allegiant's maintenance operations at outstations, including the administration of maintenance agreements and execution of assigned Technical Operations projects.

Summary

The Mgr, Line Maintenance Vendors supervises and oversees contract maintenance providers and supports all maintenance needs at Allegiant outstations. This position is accountable for safe, compliant, reliable, and cost-effective maintenance operations, including vendor staffing and capability, operational performance, contract administration, budget control, and corrective action.

The Manager works closely with Maintenance Control and other Technical Operations teams to resolve aircraft maintenance issues, support operational recovery, implement new stations and service agreements, and lead special projects and other assigned initiatives that improve maintenance performance and support company objectives.

Visa Sponsorship Available

No

Minimum Requirements

• Combination of Education and Experience will be considered.
• Must be authorized to work in the US as defined by the Immigration Act of 1986.
• Must pass a Criminal Background Check.

• Education: High School Diploma/GED
• Education Details: High School Diploma or GED required
• Certification: Yes
• Certification Details: Airframe & Powerplant

Years of Experience

Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive maintenance experience in a Part 121 environment, and at least three (3) years in a maintenance leadership, vendor management, or operational oversight role.

Valid/Unexpired Passport Book: Yes Valid/Unexpired Driver's License: No

• Ability and willingness to travel greater than 75% of the time is required, including out-of-state and international travel.
• Ability to lead maintenance vendors and cross-functional teams during routine operations, AOG events, and other time-critical maintenance situations.
• Ability to make sound operational decisions, manage competing priorities, and communicate clear direction in a 24-hour airline environment.
• Ability to read, understand, and analyze contractual agreements.Working knowledge of FAA regulations, Part 121 air carrier maintenance requirements, company maintenance manuals, vendor agreements, and contract administration.
• Ability to respond to operational needs outside normal business hours.

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Maintenance, Aviation Management, Business, or a related field.
• Experience overseeing line maintenance vendors, outstation maintenance, operational recovery, and performance-improvement programs.
• A320 or 737 MAX maintenance experience and familiarity with maintenance planning, reliability, quality assurance, and aircraft records functions.

Job Duties

• Supervise and oversee contract maintenance providers and support all maintenance needs at Allegiant outstations, with accountability for daily execution, aircraft availability, staffing, safety, regulatory compliance, quality, and operational performance.
• Ensure vendor maintenance is performed in accordance with FAA regulations, the General Maintenance Manual, applicable technical data, company policies, and contractual requirements.
• Provide maintenance leadership during AOG, out-of-service, and other operationally significant events by setting priorities, coordinating resources, directing vendor support, resolving barriers, and escalating operational risk when required.
• Partner with Maintenance Control, Line Maintenance, Engineering, Reliability, Quality Assurance, Materials, Planning, and other Technical Operations groups to protect aircraft availability and support operational recovery.
• Establish and monitor vendor performance expectations and key performance indicators, including response time, delays, repeat discrepancies, workmanship, documentation, cost, invoice accuracy, and contractual compliance.
• Lead performance reviews, investigations, corrective actions, and follow-up when vendors do not meet safety, quality, operational, financial, or service expectations.
• Conduct station visits, readiness reviews, and ongoing assessments to verify staffing, tooling, training, facilities, procedures, and overall vendor capability.
• Conduct and oversee required deicing and ground support equipment (GSE) audits at outstations, document findings, coordinate corrective actions, and verify continued compliance with company, regulatory, safety, and contractual requirements.
• Manage maintenance contracts and service agreements throughout their lifecycle, including defining operational requirements, supporting sourcing and negotiations, coordinating implementation, monitoring compliance, managing renewals, and partnering with Procurement and Legal.
• Develop and manage vendor forecasts, budgets, invoice approvals, reconciliation, and cost-control initiatives; identify opportunities to reduce expense without compromising safety, compliance, or operational performance.
• Lead maintenance-related special projects and assigned initiatives, including new station openings, vendor transitions, process improvements, cost-reduction efforts, system implementations, and other projects that support Technical Operations objectives.
• Maintain productive working relationships with maintenance providers and internal stakeholders while enforcing accountability and providing leadership with clear reporting on maintenance performance, contract status, risk, cost, and corrective actions. Perform other duties as assigned by Management.

Physical Requirements

Mechanic - While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, see, reach, stoop, kneel, climb, and use hands and fingers to operate various tools (i.e. drills, ladders, welding, chemicals, etc.). May be required to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 lbs. May be required to work various shifts/days in a 24-hour situation. Regular attendance is a requirement of the role.

• Exposure to extreme noise (i.e. airport with planes, vehicles, and other machinery), temperature, wind, and light fluctuations.
• Ability to work in a confined area as well as the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.
• Ability to wear personal protective gear.
• Some travel may be a requirement of the role.

Essential Services Provider

Essential Services Provider

Allegiant as a national air carrier is deemed an essential service provider during declared national and state emergencies. Team Members will be required to report to their assigned trip or work location during national and state emergencies unless prohibited by local, state or federal order.