Director of Maintenance

Job Title: Director of Maintenance - Central Oregon

Company: Watson Development

Location: Redmond, OR

Career Area: Flight Department

Education: High School Diploma or GED and FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P;) Certificate required; Associates or Bachelor's degree, preferred

Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in corporate or business aviation maintenance; Experience with Part 91 Maintenance Operations; Experience with Large Cabin Corporate Aircraft with a preference for Embraer Legacy 600, Citation 550, and Quest Kodiak aircraft.

Travel: Some travel is required when aircraft is being worked on at outside facilities or when an aircraft is AOG at another location

How You Will Contribute:

The Director of Maintenance (DOM) is responsible for the overall management, planning, and execution of all aircraft maintenance activities within the Watson Development Flight Department. This individual ensures the highest level of airworthiness, safety, and reliability across the company's aircraft fleet, which currently includes an Embraer Legacy 600, Cessna Citation 550, and Quest Kodiak.

Responsibilities Include:

• Aircraft Maintenance Planning & Execution
  • Oversees and coordinates all aircraft maintenance, inspections, repairs, and modifications to ensure operational safety and reliability.
  • Develops and manages maintenance schedules, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations, OEM manuals, and all applicable airworthiness standards.
  • Maintains technical publications, inspection programs, and AD/SB compliance while ensuring timely resolution of MEL/CDL items and proper care of aircraft interiors and exteriors.
• Compliance, Safety & Recordkeeping
  • Ensures full compliance with FAA Part 91 regulations, company safety programs, and maintenance standards while maintaining accurate aircraft records and facility safety.
  • Coordinates with flight crews to minimize downtime and prepares detailed maintenance reports and forecasts for the Chief Pilot and Owners.
• Resource, Vendor & Team Management
  • Oversees maintenance resources, including MROs, service centers, suppliers, and internal personnel, to ensure efficient and cost-effective operations.
  • Manages budgets, inventory, and facility upkeep while fostering teamwork and coordination with the Chief Pilot and Owners.
• Other Duties as assigned by Chief Pilot or Owners.

What You Can Offer:

• Education
  
  • High School Diploma or GED
• Specialized Knowledge and Certifications
  
  • FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P;) Certificate.
  • Experience with Embraer Legacy 600, Citation 550, and Quest Kodiak aircraft.
  • Inspection Authorization (IA), preferred. Required within 1 year of employment.
• Skills
  • Knowledge of SMS programs and aviation quality systems.
  • Experience with CAMP, Traxxall, or FlightDocs tracking systems.
  • Vendor management and budgeting experience.
• Abilities
  • Proven ability to manage Part 91 maintenance operations.
  • Highly detail-oriented with a strong focus on safety and compliance.
  • Excellent communicator with the ability to translate complex technical data.
  • Team-oriented, professional, and adaptable under supervision.
  • High integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
• Experience
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in corporate or business aviation maintenance.
  • Prior leadership or supervisory experience in a corporate flight department.

How You Will Be Rewarded:

Watson Development's compensation and benefits package consists of a competitive base salary, with estimated total compensation between $120,000 / year and $140,000 / year, depending on experience and including quarterly bonus opportunities, generous health care coverage including medical, dental and vision benefits for team members and dependents, flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, 401(k) plan with a generous company match, a team member home purchase discount, accrued paid time off beginning at 3 weeks annually, 16 hours of volunteer time off, education reimbursement and career development opportunities.