STS Technical Services is seeking an
experienced Aircraft Maintenance Controller to join the team
supporting Kalitta Charters in Ypsilanti, Michigan. In this role,
you’ll manage off-site maintenance and scheduling for our client’s
fleet, ensuring safety, compliance, and operational excellence.
This position is central to the coordination of maintenance
activities, and it plays a vital role in ensuring the continued
airworthiness of each aircraft. Key Responsibilities As an Aircraft
Maintenance Controller, you will : Liaise Continuously with
outstation maintenance facilities to monitor aircraft status, total
times, inspections, time changes, and work requests. Provide
Technical Assistance to maintenance employees and contract agencies
to resolve complex technical issues. Authorize and Track MELs,
CDLs, and carry-over items; maintain thorough daily logs and
troubleshoot documentation. De-Brief Flight Crews and mechanics at
the end of daily operations to identify and address maintenance
needs. Coordinate with Flight Operations to manage aircraft
movement for scheduled maintenance, maintenance actions, and
required downtimes. Project Spare Requirements for all Rotable
components and track delivery timelines. Communicate with
Leadership on all maintenance performed, including via electronic
reports or other methods requested by the Director of Maintenance.
Schedule Maintenance to comply with company requirements, ensuring
all necessary parts and personnel meet the aircraft on time for “A”
checks and other maintenance activities. Make Final Decisions on
line maintenance actions, ensuring timely and effective repairs.
Conduct Quality Control Reviews of deferrals from previous shifts
for accuracy and completeness. Update Operations and Quality
Departments on maintenance status changes to ensure real-time
aircraft status is communicated to Flight Operations, Crew
Scheduling, Sales, and Quality Control. Organize Maintenance
Paperwork for Quality Control review, ensuring all documentation is
complete and accurate. Qualifications & Skills Education : High
School Diploma or GED Licenses : A&P Certificate and a valid,
unrestricted driver’s license Experience : Minimum 2 years of
experience in large fixed-wing aircraft maintenance. Boeing 727 and
737 experience preferred. Preferred Skills Intermediate proficiency
in MS Office, computer software, and internet use. Strong
multi-tasking skills, resourcefulness, and ability to handle
high-paced environments. Effective communicator with an ability to
work in a team-oriented setting and respect diverse populations and
cultures. Experience handling sensitive and confidential
information with ethics and discretion. Friendly, outgoing
personality capable of relationship-building with various teams.
Physical Requirements This position requires regular standing,
sitting, talking, hearing, and frequent use of hands for computer
and phone use. Work Environment Location : Based at Willow Run
Airport (YIP) in Ypsilanti, Michigan, with no remote work option.
Schedule : Full-time with mandatory overtime as needed; applicants
must be flexible and available to meet the demands of this dynamic
role. Why STS Technical Services? STS Technical Services is a Top
100 Staffing Firm specializing in aerospace, industrial, and
defense staffing solutions. We take pride in connecting qualified
professionals with exciting career opportunities. Join us, and be
part of a team that values expertise, integrity, and a commitment
to high standards in aviation. Apply Today If you are a skilled and
experienced Aircraft Maintenance Controller ready to make an impact
with Kalitta Charters, we encourage you to apply now. Take the next
step in your career with STS Technical Services! #IndeedAM
Maintenance Controller • Ypsilanti, MI, Washtenaw County, MI; Michigan, United States