Shop Supervisor – FAA Part 145 Repair Station

We’re hiring a Shop Supervisor / Working Lead for a hands-on leadership role within a specialized aviation repair environment supporting commercial and defense-related customers.

This opportunity is ideal for someone with experience in an FAA Part 145 repair station or similar regulated aviation repair setting who can help lead day-to-day shop operations while still working alongside the team. The right candidate will be comfortable balancing workflow coordination, documentation, quality standards, and hands-on repair support in a small-team environment.

This is not a desk-only management role. We’re looking for someone who can help keep the shop organized, support technicians, maintain turnaround expectations, and contribute directly to the work getting done.

Responsibilities

Help oversee daily shop operations and adjust priorities based on workflow and customer requirements
Create, manage, and track work orders to ensure jobs move efficiently through the shop
Receive and process incoming units accurately and on time in internal systems
Support technicians in following repair procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements
Coordinate workflow, scheduling, and shop-floor priorities to maintain productivity
Perform and maintain accurate data entry in internal systems and customer-facing portals
Provide updates on workflow, job status, and performance during operations or management meetings
Work hands-on with the team to support repair activity and day-to-day production needs
Maintain accurate documentation for repair, rejection, and scrap decisions
Help ensure work is completed in compliance with internal procedures and applicable regulatory standards

Requirements

2+ years of experience in the aviation industry
Prior experience in a lead, supervisory, or working lead capacity
Experience in an FAA Part 145 repair station or similar regulated aviation repair environment
Willingness to perform hands-on shop work while leading a small team
Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills
Ability to manage workflow, work orders, schedules, and job status updates
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with multiple levels of the organization
Good judgment, critical thinking, and strong attention to quality
High school diploma or equivalent
U.S. work authorization required; must be able to work in a regulated environment supporting defense-related programs
Ability to qualify for an FAA Repairman Certificate with employer sponsorship, if required

Preferred Qualifications

Current FAA Repairman Certificate
Prior A&P certification or equivalent aviation maintenance background
Experience supporting military or defense-related aviation programs
Background in component repair, overhaul, bench repair, or specialized aviation shop work
Familiarity with quality and regulatory standards such as FAA, ISO 9001, AS9110, or similar
Spanish bilingual skills are a plus
Forklift experience is a plus

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is a hands-on aviation professional who understands how to lead in a repair environment without stepping away from the work itself. This person should be comfortable helping organize shop activity, supporting technicians, keeping work moving, and maintaining documentation and quality expectations in a regulated setting.

Candidates with backgrounds in Part 145 repair stations, component repair operations, or specialized aviation maintenance shops will likely be the strongest fit.

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Shop Supervisor – FAA Part 145 Repair Station Full Time