Aviation Parts Manager

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The Aviation Parts Manager is responsible for the overall management and control of the aviation parts department. This will include the responsibility for: sourcing, procuring, purchasing, availability, traceability of all aircraft parts, materials, tooling, and related inventory supporting aircraft maintenance and company flight operations. This role ensures that required materials are procured, received, inspected, stored, issued, shipped, and documented in accordance with FAA requirements, manufacturer guidance, company General Operations Manual (GOM), General Maintenance Manual (GMM), and applicable company policies. The position partners closely with Maintenance, Department Leadership, and approved vendors to maintain appropriate inventory levels, minimize aircraft downtime, control costs, and ensure parts, materials, and tooling are available when and where needed. Work location: Burlington-Alamance Regional Airport (KBUY) - Onsite Shift: Monday-Friday; 7:30am-4:30pm EST (Additional days/hours may be needed based on business needs) RESPONSIBILITIES: Manages aircraft parts and materials inventory to ensure required items are available to support maintenance and flight operations. Orders aircraft parts, consumables, supplies, tooling, and repair services in accordance with company purchasing requirements. Receives incoming parts and materials and verifies condition, quantity, certifications, documentation, shelf life, and conformity requirements. Supports Aircraft-On-Ground (AOG) and outstation requirements by locating, ordering, expediting, shipping, and tracking time-critical parts and materials. Maintains proper storage, identification, preservation, and segregation of serviceable, unserviceable, quarantined, hazardous, and warranty materials. Coordinates with Maintenance leadership to forecast and stage parts and materials for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance requirements. Coordinates with approved vendors to obtain pricing and availability, order parts, monitor order status, resolve discrepancies, and support timely delivery of parts, materials, and repair services. Manages rotable cores, component exchanges, repair orders, warranty claims, returns, and vendor credits. Shipping and Receiving: Maintains relationship with FedEx, UPS, Expeditors to facilitate movement of parts and products. Processes all incoming and out going packages and mail. Tracks the status and coordinates recalibration of tooling, test equipment, and ground service equipment (as required). Orders rental equipment as needed: lifts, trucks, hoists, etc. Conducts cycle counts of physical inventories to maintain accuracy and to identify excess or obsolete materials. Maintains accurate records within the inventory and maintenance tracking system including: stocking levels, reorder points, shelf-life expiration dates, and parts traceability. Supports audits, regulatory inspections, and the Safety Management System (IS-BAO Stage 3 accredited). Actively follows and adheres to: FAA requirements, department General Operating Manual (GOM), department General Maintenance Manual (GMM), and company and department SOP’s and policies. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or GED and one year+ experience managing parts, inventory, and tooling in a Part 121/135/145 aviation environment. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 1+ yr working with FAA-regulated aviation maintenance environments and aircraft records requirements. 5+ years of experience managing parts, inventory, and tooling in a Part 121/135/145 aviation environment. Associate degree (or higher) in aviation, supply chain, logistics, or a related field. Experience with aviation maintenance and inventory software systems such as: Veryon, CAMP, Corridor, Traxxall, or comparable platforms. Experience with hazardous materials shipping, warranty administration, rotable/component repair management, and calibrated tooling programs. Experience safely operating forklifts and pallet jacks in a warehouse, stockroom, or similar material-handling environment. ADDITIONAL: Strong knowledge of aviation parts, materials management, inventory controls, and traceability requirements. Ability to prioritize competing demands and respond effectively to time-critical AOG and operational requirements. Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy in records, inventory transactions, and documentation. Strong sourcing, vendor-management, negotiation, analytical, and cost-control skills. Ability to interpret aircraft illustrated parts catalogs, maintenance manuals, service information, purchase documentation, and part certifications. Proficiency with computerized inventory systems and Microsoft Office including: Outlook, Word, and Excel. Strong cross-collaboration skills with technicians, pilots, procurement partners, repair vendors, OEMs, and suppliers. Willingness to learn new technologies and stay updated with industry changes. ADDITIONAL JOB STANDARDS: This position is based at the Burlington-Alamance Regional Airport (KBUY). Flexible to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and after-hours to support AOG or urgent operational needs (as required). You will be part of a diverse and inclusive team of aviation professionals. You will work in a state-of-the-art aviation facility. Exposure to high noise levels, hazardous chemicals and materials, industrial machinery, mechanical lifts, and operating aircraft. Physical requirements include: prolonged standing and walking, bending, reaching, climbing, and lifting up to 70 pounds. You will operate material-handling equipment such as: forklifts, pallet jacks, carts, and scissor lifts when trained and authorized. Occasional travel may be required for: training, vendor visits, and outstation facility support. May be called upon to help with departmental projects, including but not limited to: department manuals/SOPs, parts reliability research, safety reports, facility organization, and CASS meetings. Application Window Closes: 10-22-26 All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursem