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Supervisor - Direct

LAUNCH TEAMS

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Oak Brook, Illinois

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PERMANENT

Updated 09/24/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

Launch IAB is looking for Operational/Maintenance Supervisors for our MRO facility in Wichita, KS.

Operational/Maintenance Supervisors are responsible for leading, directing and developing technicians skills qualifications and performance to facilitate the continued growth of the TEAMS Services business, championing the LAUNCH culture and brand.

Strict adherence to FAA and customer airworthy regulatory requirements to insure a safe, compliant and airworthy aircraft upon delivery.

Professionally interacting with customers with a focus in fulfilling our customer promise of on-time, on budget, delivered safely and in compliance.

Adhering to company policies and procedures, being professional, communicative, cooperative and collaborative in all aspects of the business is expected.

LAUNCH has a strong customer base and continues to aggressively grow, which will require travel to support the operation on occasion.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Champion and report all safety and quality policies, procedures and best practices

Adhere with checklists, audits and investigations as prescribed by quality assurance

Lead and direct technicians to be in compliance to FAA and other regulatory agency requirements

Adhere to LAUNCH's policies and procedures

Respect, promote and comply with LAUNCH's cultural standards towards employees, customers and suppliers

Develop and advance technicians skills and qualifications, performance and professionalism

Be available and present for technicians and employees

Comply to Supervisors Duties and Responsibilities as outlined in SOP's 11.0 to include;

Pre-planning crew requirements, schedules, rosters and assignments

Daily crew briefings highlighting safety, quality and operational objectives and expectations

Assign each lead mechanic and/or mechanic their respective work task for each day.

Safety walk of aircraft and hangar bay to insure a clean, organized and a safe work environment (proper use of equipment and PPE)

Document and report all quality issues, and work directly with Launch quality on reporting and corrective actions

Fully understand all Launch and customer qualifications required to perform maintenance specific to station assigned

Complete the daily turnover accurately and completely

Perform 3 month performance reviews and constructive feedback for each new Launch technicians

Business Acumen…Run the Business to include;

Maintain cost control to meet or beat allocated budget

Meet the customer schedule expectation

Document all over and above customer requested tasks for evaluation and approval

Maintain accurate tracking accounting for technician schedules, assignments, manhours to insure accurate payroll processing

Adhere for critical business process timelines to insure billing and payroll deliverables are met.

Coordinating with other appropriate departments to organize and control the customer's work package and any special considerations

Attend customer meetings and pre-dock/post dock meetings for any project Launch is contributing

Establish formatted Scorecards for each assigned project and customer

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Strong leadership attributes

Quality and Safety mindset required

Communication, coordination and collaboration skills in a multi-tasking environment

Project management skills with the ability to multitask across several projects

• Computer software skills; Microsoft office products, Industry planning and production software

Policy and procedure compliance discipline

Working knowledge of FARS and FAA 145 Repair Station Certificate requirements and obligations

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS

• College Degree Preferred
• A&P Certificates
• 5 years technical hands-on experience
• 3 years of supervisory/lead experience leading and directing aircraft maintenance technicians on transport category aircraft
• LEAN Continuous Improvement experience LAUNCH offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
• We offer a high energy, professional, flexible work culture with opportunities to showcase your talents while growing with LAUNCH.
• LAUNCH offers a competitive salary and benefits package. We offer a high energy, professional, flexible work culture with opportunities to to showcase your talents while growing with LAUNCH.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
• Why Choose LAUNCH?
• A team of aviation staffing experts leads LAUNCH. We understand the challenges of finding the top aviation jobs and we focus on linking you with the best openings in the most sought-after locations.

LAUNCH offers you an ACA compliant benefit package including company-sponsored medical insurance with multiple plans to choose from. Our Minimum Essential Coverage is offered to every employee who does not have coverage elsewhere at no cost to you! LAUNCH also offers a 401(k) program with a company match. Plus, you join the LAUNCH Loyalty Club on your first day, earning you extra cash bonuses, apparel and safety rewards.

If you're ready to LAUNCH your career, youve found an employer that can take you to new heights.

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Job Pay Details

Compensation

$120,000 - $130,000

Based on experience.

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