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Senior Maintenance Controller
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What they do
An Aircraft or A & P Mechanic maintains and repairs different types of aircraft such as planes, jets or helicopters. Provides scheduled maintenance and inspections. May specialize in working on the frame, engine, electrical systems or other parts of an aircraft, or specialize in certain types of aircraft.
$77,122 / year median in Kentucky
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Senior Maintenance Controller
Veterans Alliance, LLC
Erlanger, Kentucky
CONTRACTOR
Updated 08/27/2026
Job Description
Job Summary
Aircraft Maintenance Controller (Boeing / Fleet Operations Support)
We are seeking an experienced aviation maintenance professional to join a growing airline operations support team in Cincinnati, Ohio. This role supports maintenance control functions for a Boeing-operated fleet, ensuring aircraft availability, operational readiness, and regulatory compliance. This is a long-term direct hire opportunity offering stability, competitive compensation, strong benefits, and career growth within a major airline environment.
Compensation & Benefits
Hourly Rate:
$40.00 - $42.00/hr
- 4 month contract to hire opportunity
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
- Travel privileges (airline benefits where applicable)
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Standard airline employee benefit package
Work Schedule - Full-Time
- On-site position in Cincinnati, OH
Key Responsibilities - Oversee and coordinate maintenance operations for Boeing aircraft fleets
- Provide technical troubleshooting support for complex aircraft discrepancies
- Monitor fleet status and coordinate with flight operations to minimize downtime
- Ensure compliance with FAA regulations, MEL/CDL procedures, and company standards
- Coordinate with maintenance, engineering, and vendor teams to develop repair solutions
- Track and approve maintenance deferrals and ensure timely resolution
- Maintain detailed records of maintenance actions, aircraft status, and operational impacts
- Support maintenance planning and scheduling to maximize fleet availability
- Analyze recurring discrepancies and recommend process improvements
- Act as primary point of contact for Maintenance Control during AOG and irregular operations
Qualifications - FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License required
- Minimum 5+ years of experience working on Boeing aircraft required
- Strong preference for experience on B737, B747, B767, or B777 platforms
- Airline or maintenance control experience strongly preferred (2+ years minimum acceptable)
- Strong knowledge of FAA regulations, maintenance manuals, and operational procedures
- Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, structural repair manuals, and IPCs
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure and make critical operational decisions
- Proficiency with Microsoft Windows-based systems required
- Strong organizational and workload management skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively across maintenance, flight operations, and engineering teams
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