Manager, Maintenance Control: Flight School Next - Ozark, AL
Description
We’re more than aviation experts, we’re pioneers. We challenge what’s possible. From breaking the sound barrier to advanced tiltrotor systems. Today, Bell is shaping the future of aviation through specialized engineering. And we want you.
This position is onsite in Ozark, Alabama.
Flight School Next – Manager, Maintenance Control
As the Manager, Maintenance Control, you will serve as the centralized airworthiness authority for Flight School Next, overseeing real‑time maintenance control, continuing airworthiness, and operational readiness across multiple bases and two shifts. You will manage contracted Part 145 activity, fleet configuration, digital maintenance workflows, and technical record integrity through the EFMS and EFB systems. This role will approve high‑level deferrals, coordinate aircraft routing and inventory planning, maintain company‑approved maintenance programs, and ensure seamless communication across operational departments. You will also drive compliance, internal audits, contingency planning, and process improvements to maximize fleet availability and ensure full adherence to FARs, company policy, and Bell safety standards. This position is located onsite in Ozark, AL.
What You’ll be Doing as a Manager, Maintenance Control
- Lead the centralized, multi-functional Maintenance Control Department with responsibility for asset availability, multi-site contract oversight, shift schedules, training, performance metrics, and standardized processes.
- Serve as the primary airworthiness authority, ensuring fleet compliance with all maintenance requirements through development of the AMP, POM, SOP and engagement in quality assurance, auditing, and corrective action authority over all contracted Part 145 Repair Stations.
- Utilize and manage the EFMS as the single authoritative source for airworthiness tracking, configuration management, life-limited parts, digital work order flows, and complete documentation of all maintenance, ADs, SBs, and technical records, ensuring integrity, security, and regulatory compliance.
- Supervise Maintenance Control, Technical Records and Fleet Dispatch Specialists to ensure accurate fleet status reporting, aircraft routing, mission matching, balanced multi-base inventory planning, material transfers, and real-time operational coordination.
- Approve high‑level equipment deferrals in line with the MEL and company protocols; manage defect rectification, deferred defect tracking, occurrence reporting.
- Implementation of design changes, configuration management, weight and balance, and readiness for inspections and audits.
- Develop and implement contingency and recovery plans for unscheduled maintenance events or digital system outages; coordinate asset planning and relocation with internal stakeholders to maximize fleet mission availability and maintain continuity of airworthiness management.
- Ensure compliance and safety through internal audits, surveillance of maintenance actions, training and record-keeping oversight, SMS adherence, regulatory engagement, customer and stakeholder communication, and active participation in internal and external audits.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives, maintain delegation of authority and succession planning, and apply best practices in continuing airworthiness management, including monitoring regulatory changes, implementing required updates, and ensuring on-time planning and work order generation per the Bell 505 and AMP requirements.
Qualifications
What You’ll Need to be Successful
- Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Maintenance Management, Aerospace Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field required.
- 8 years of aviation maintenance experience, with at least 3 years managing continuing airworthiness through a Part 145 Repair Station. Prior experience in multi-base fleet oversight preferred.
- 3 years managing diverse technical teams in high‑tempo environments
- Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license preferred
- Advanced expertise in EFMS platforms and electronic maintenance tracking systems (such as Ramco, CAMP, or WinAir), including digital workflows, multi‑warehouse inventory management, aircraft status dashboards, and/or business continuity/contingency planning for digital systems.
- Deep knowledge of FAA Part 43, Part 91 and Part 145 regulations, aircraft logbook certification requirements, and best practices in continuing airworthiness management, technical records, data integrity, and backup procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain maintenance control processes, including POM/SOP creation
- Ability to translate complex regulatory and technical requirements for internal teams, executive leaders, and external authorities.
What We Offer You in Return
- 5x8 work schedule
- 80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)
- 120 hours Vacation time
- 12-13 paid holidays per year
- 6 weeks parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Access to more than 11 Employee Resource Groups
- And so much more
It’s time to make your mark on the future of aviation. Join us on this mission, and let’s make history together.
Contingent Hiring Notice
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EEO Statement
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Recruiting Company: Bell Textron Inc.
Primary Location: US-Alabama-Ozark
Job Function: Flight Operations
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Manager with Direct Reports
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Relocation: Unavailable
Job Posting: 07/09/2026, 8:32:38 AM
Job Number: 343565
