Aircraft Readiness Facilitator Manager

Crosswinds Aviation is a growing mission-driven flight school dedicated to helping pilots train with confidence professionalism and purpose. With modern aircraft up-to-date avionics multiple Michigan locations and both Part 61 and Part 141 programs Crosswinds provides a high-quality training environment for students pursuing aviation as a career or a lifelong passion. The company is committed to safety strong instruction and expanding access to the opportunities aviation can offer.

Job Description and Tasks:

• Parts Management
  • Researching parts
  • Buying and selling parts

• Purchasing and coordinating payment & pick up/delivery of parts
• Coordinate payments for vendors via Crosswinds Finance Team.
• Utilize Ramp system for parts payments

• Parts Inventory Management
  • Overseeing auditing of parts by assistant readiness facilitator
• Requesting Assistant to coordinate and move parts around between locations
• Manage Warranty items
• Develop and maintain processes for parts inventory and tools

• Calibrated Tools
  • Manage calibrated tools and ensure they are current for utilization and coordinate shipment for calibration

• Coordinating with Maintenance Team
  • Participate in weekly L10 meetings with Director of Maintenance
  • Update weekly parts department records
• Manage Assistant Readiness Facilitator
  • Overseeing daily tasks and ensuring fulfillment of expectations
• Coordination between departments
  • Facilitation between Maintenance department and Flight Operations
• Asset Management using Asset Tiger
• Managing Consumables

Technical Skills Required:

Proficiency on a computer and with the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word Outlook etc.).

Personal Attributes Required:

Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy

Able to remain calm under pressure and quickly resolve issues

Education Required:

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred:

• Experience in Supply Chain Management & Purchasing
• Aviation industry experience

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Range: $20-25 per hour (based on experience and education)

• Employment Type: Full-time non-exempt

Benefits:

Health vision and dental insurance.

401(k) retirement plan.

Other standard employment benefits (i.e. PTO or Sick Leave)