Sr Fleet Manager
Department:
Technical Operations
Our Company Promise
We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.
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All of Southwest's People come together to deliver on our Purpose; Connecting People to what's important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel. The Senior Fleet Manager invests in our Purpose by providing leadership and guidance to support Maintenance Programs and Engineering Departments by having overall responsibility for the assigned fleet performance, reliability, and fleet program changes. This role acts as an owner to all new and proposed program changes to the affected fleet by evaluating the technical merits and validity of proposed changes. The Senior Fleet Manager is a strategic problem solver who is excited about the opportunity to support the airline operation and foster strong relationships at Southwest.
Additional Details:
The culture of Southwest Airlines means we value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. Due to the nature of this role, you would be required to work from our Dallas, TX Headquarters facility during business hours.
U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to look for opportunities to reflect the communities we serve, and welcome applicants with diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences.
Responsibilities
- Technical oversight and interface to all SWA internal/external departments for aircraft performance and program changes
- Monitor industry for technical changes that my improve or impact the aircrafts' performance or SWA operations
- Collaborate with industry technical leaders to drive improvements in aircraft design and performance
- Guide the organization to ensure the metrics used are effectively measuring technical changes, which impact performance of the aircraft and Customer service
- Drive changes that create value, reduce cost, and improve Customer service
- Monitor and drive positive change using benchmarks against Boeing and industry standards
- Analyze effectiveness of proposed and implemented modifications
- May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidence and trust with executive leadership
- Ability to demonstrate and maintain a high regard for confidential and sensitive information
- Ability to think like an owner. Demonstrates a high level of responsibility and provides direction in a Team-oriented, cross-functional environment
- Ability to apply logical approaches to solving complex problems and identifying solutions
- Ability to self-start and work autonomously, with limited and disparate information
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees up to and including executive levels (written, oral, interpersonal)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, etc.)
- Ability to build strong interpersonal relationships and lead through influence
- Knowledgeable of the Southwest maintenance program or have relevant knowledge of maintenance programs in general through experience at another airline
- Expert ability to read and interpret complex technical manuals, diagrams, and schematic
- General knowledge of FAA requirements
- Ability to lead others without direct positional authority
Education
- Required: High School Diploma or GED
- Preferred: 4 year Bachelors degree
- Preferred: FAA A&P License
Experience
- Expert level experience, expansive and far-reaching knowledge in:
- Commercial aviation
- Engineering and/or Maintenance Operations
Licensing/Certification
- N/A
Physical Abilities
- Ability to perform work duties from [limited space work station/desk/office area] for extended periods of time
- Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job
- Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job
Other Qualifications
- Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
- Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
- Frequent travel and extended work hours may be required
Pay & Benefits:
Competitive market salary from $118,600 per year to $131,800 per year* depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the company.
Benefits you'll love:
- Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)
- Up to a 9.3% 401(k) Company match, dollar for dollar, of your eligible pay, per paycheck *
- Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution toward retirement - when Southwest profits, you profit
- Explore more Benefits you'll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits
- Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time.
401(k) match contributions are subject to the plan's vesting schedule and applicable IRS limits
- ProfitSharing contributions are subject to plan's vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company.
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Job Posting End Date
02/09/2024