Manager, Maintenance Programs

• Champion the development and implementation of a maintenance digital thread — ensuring that maintenance requirements, tasks, and data are traceable from design intent through certification documentation, operator maintenance manuals, and in-service program revisions.
• Drive the architecture of a connected maintenance data ecosystem, integrating maintenance program content with engineering models, configuration management systems, and operator-facing digital tools to enable efficient program delivery and lifecycle management.
• Establish and continuously improve processes, tools, and standards for how maintenance programs are developed, structured, controlled, and delivered — with a focus on scalability, digital enablement, and cross-program consistency.

• Collaborate with Design Engineering during early design phases to define maintainability requirements, influence design decisions, and ensure the aircraft is optimized for inspection access, component removal, and scheduled maintenance execution.

• Serve as a primary interface with the FAA, EASA, and other civil aviation authorities for maintenance program certification, airworthiness limitation approval, and continued airworthiness compliance.
• Ensure all maintenance program documentation complies with applicable regulations including 14 CFR Part 25, AC 25-19, AC 121-22, and relevant Advisory Circulars and guidance material.

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in commercial aviation maintenance programs, continued airworthiness, or a closely related field.
• Working knowledge of MSG-3 methodology and the Maintenance Review Board process.
• Familiarity with FAA and EASA airworthiness regulations and certification requirements.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams or managing direct reports.

• Experience developing or contributing to a maintenance digital thread or model-based maintenance data environment.
• Familiarity with S1000D, ATA iSpec 2200, or similar aviation technical data standards as they relate to maintenance program content.
• Experience interfacing directly with the FAA MRB or EASA equivalent during aircraft certification.
• Background in influencing aircraft design from a maintainability or Design for Maintainability (DFM) perspective.
• Experience working with airline customers in a maintenance program delivery or technical support capacity.
• Familiarity with PLM, configuration management, or digital engineering environments (e.g., Teamcenter, ENOVIA, or similar).

Our compensation package is a blend of base salary and equity options for eligible employees.

The range for this role is $195,000 - $220,000.

We consider a number of factors when presenting a final offer, including geography, internal equity and years of experience and expertise.

• Unlimited PTO
• 10 paid holidays
• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Equity tax advisory services
• Supportive work culture

We want our interview process to be a true reflection of our culture: transparent and collaborative.

Throughout the interview process, your recruiter will guide you through the next steps and ensure you feel prepared every step of the way.

• Our First Chat: During this first conversation, you’ll meet with a recruiter or hiring team member to chat through your background, what you could bring to our team, what you are looking for in your next role, and who we are.
• The Hiring Manager Interview : You will meet with your potential future boss to really dive into the role, the team, expectations, and what success means at JetZero. This is your chance to really nerd out with someone in your field.
• The Panel : Learn more about the team, responsibilities, and workflows. You should be prepared to speak about past projects, how you collaborate and communicate with others, and how you live our values. Depending on the team and role you are interviewing for, you may meet with several teammates as well as cross-functional partners.
• The Executive Review : A chance to meet an executive and view JetZero from a different lens. Be prepared to ask well-thought-out questions about the company, culture, and more.

Depending on the position you are interviewing for, there may also be a Take Home Exercise as part of the interview proccess.

Our assessments seek to test the hard skills required to do the job.

Your recruiter will inform you of which assessment you will be assigned and ensure you are fully prepared for your big day.

JetZero does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified.

Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered.

At JetZero, we value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment & do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws, ordinance, or regulation.