Director of Maintenance Part 135

About the Company:On December 17 2025 FlyHouse completed the aquisition of Sun Air Jets. As you join the Sun Air Jets team you are now part of the House. FlyHouse is a rapidly growing private aviation company offering a complete suite of private aviation services including aircraft management charter operations maintenance (Part 135 and Part 145 certified) and innovative technology solutions. Founded in 2021 with operations in Fort Lauderdale Florida and Van Nuys and Camarillo California FlyHouse is revolutionizing private aviation through our innovative business model patent-pending mobile application platform and commitment to safety service and transparency.

POSITION MISSION
The Director of Maintenance (DOM) is responsible for all company aircraft maintenance activities and is accountable for the effectiveness of the maintenance program. The role has ultimate authority over and control of the resources to implement and enforce policies. The Director of Maintenance shall meet the requirements of 14 CFR 119.71 (e).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Ensures that company aircraft are maintained in an airworthy condition meeting the aircraft type design and in a condition for safe flight.
• Ensures that all inspections repairs and component changes are accomplished in accordance with manufacturers instructions or FAA acceptable data.
• Ensures compliance with maintenance procedures airworthiness directives service bulletins service letters and applicable Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Responsible for the adequate staffing of technicians for the work load as well as disciplining and terminating of maintenance personnel.
• Ensures all maintenance technicians are trained and current on the types of aircraft they work on.
• Ensures that all maintenance technicians are certified and supervised according to the requirements specified in the Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Ensures that the facility tools and equipment are all adequate for the scope and detail of the work being performed.
• Coordinates with maintenance contracting agencies when maintenance activities are being performed on Company aircraft.
• Provides the Flight Department Manager with the current airworthiness status of the aircraft and the forecast down times to facilitate maintenance scheduling and insure timely deferral of correction of aircraft discrepancies.
• Maintains a close liaison with manufacturers representatives parts supply houses repair facilities and the FAA.
• Purchase articles to be used on the aircraft from reputable vendors and to maintain a relationship with the vendors used regularly by Sun Air Jets.
• Makes available to maintenance personnel the necessary aircraft/engine maintenance manuals overhaul manuals service bulletins service letters airworthiness directives applicable sections of this manual and any other required technical data.
• Maintains all necessary work records and logbooks including certification in the aircraft permanent maintenance records that the aircraft is approved for return to service.
• Maintains the weight and balance records for all aircraft.
• Completes the required Service Difficulty Reports (SAJSDR) and Mechanical Interruption Summary (SAJMIS) reports and submits them to the FAA Administrator.
• Oversee the Continuous Analysis and Surveillance program making any adjustments to the maintenance and inspection programs to make them more efficient and safe.
• Supply the accounting department with a budget and cost analysis of the maintenance department and to provide financial data regarding the aircraft and their operation.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• FAA-qualified under 14 CFR Part 119/135 for Director of Maintenance
• 10 years of experience progressive aircraft maintenance experience including leadership responsibility
• Minimum 1 year of experience within the past 6 years in a role responsible for returning aircraft to service
• A&P Certificate (Airframe & Powerplant) required
• Demonstrated knowledge of 14 CFR Parts 135 91 and 43
• Proven experience ensuring aircraft airworthiness and regulatory compliance
• Must be eligible for and able to obtain FAA approval as Director of Maintenance
• Participation in the Companys driving program is required. Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license meet Company insurance requirements and maintain an acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to pass required background checks DOT drug screen and other pre-employment screenings
• Ability to travel as needed to support fleet maintenance and operational needs
• Ability to work in a 24/7 operational environment including after-hours support when required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with turbine aircraft preferably within a mixed or large cabin fleet (e.g. Gulfstream Citation Global)
• Familiarity with maintenance tracking systems (e.g. CAMP Corridor Flightdocs)
• Experience coordinating with Part 145 repair stations OEMs and vendors
• Working knowledge of MEL/CDL ADs SBs and inspection programs

LEADERSHIP QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to oversee maintenance personnel and vendors
• Ability to manage scheduled and unscheduled maintenance including AOG response
• Proven ability to develop implement and maintain a General Maintenance Manual (GMM) and maintenance programs
• Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to interface with FAA inspectors and internal stakeholders
• Experience supporting or integrating Safety Management Systems (SMS)

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time exempt position. General business hours are Monday through Friday; however due to the nature of a 24/7 Part 135 operation this role requires availability for after-hours support including evenings weekends and holidays as needed. Travel is required as needed to support aircraft maintenance activities including offsite maintenance events AOG situations and vendor coordination.

COMPENSATION

• Salary Range: $190K - $200K
• Sun Air Jets benefits package includes competitive hourly pay 401K with an employer match health insurance (medical dental vision) and paid time off (vacation sick and holiday)

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as necessary to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Sun Air Jets is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make employment decisions based on merit qualifications and abilities and without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding or related medical conditions) gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation marital status registered domestic partner status age national origin ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition genetic information military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of these protected bases.

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