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Who we are and where we are going

Ascent Aviation Services is one of the largest aviation maintenance, repair, overhaul, storage, and reclamation operations in the world. Our strength comes from our talented and professional employees who excel through teamwork and enthusiasm. Ascent Aviation Services continues to grow and is continually looking for motivated and career-minded aviation professionals who will support our vision and goals.

Core Values

• RESPECT – For each other, our facilities, equipment, and our customer’s needs
• SAFETY – Continuously pursuing an accident- and injury-free environment
• QUALITY – Zero post-delivery defects and audit-ready all the time
• RESULTS – On-time, all the time. Meeting our commitments

Position Summary

We are seeking a results-driven Project Manager to serve as the key point of contact for our customers, ensuring seamless project execution with a strong focus on budget adherence, timely delivery, and customer communication. The Project Manager will embody the core values of Respect, Safety, Quality, and Results in all aspects of the role, contributing to a positive and professional environment that supports the vision of becoming the most trusted aerospace solutions provider in North America.  This role is responsible for coordinating and managing all aspects of assigned projects, ensuring successful delivery within scope, budget, and schedule, while maintaining high-quality standards. Serving as the primary liaison between the company and the customer, the Project Manager will focus on clear communication, invoicing accuracy, constraint management, and maintaining alignment with project goals to ensure project success.

Benefits

You will get more than just compensation at Ascent Aviation:

• 401K with company match
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Disability
• PTO
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Development and Career Growth Opportunities
• EAP

Key Responsibilities

Customer Engagement and Communication

• Act as the primary point of contact for customers, ensuring they are informed and engaged throughout the project lifecycle
• Introduce customer to all key program personnel and define contacts for schedules, budget issues, and other concerns
• Deliver daily progress updates, highlighting critical paths and milestones while proactively addressing customer concerns
• Clearly articulate and justify labor, material, and cost estimates to customers for approval

Project Planning and Execution

• Develop comprehensive project plans in collaboration with Senior Production Planners and Maintenance Directors
• Establish and communicate critical paths to stakeholders, ensuring alignment with timelines and objectives
• Identify and mitigate constraints impacting schedules or budgets; escalate to directors as necessary

Invoicing and Financial Oversight

• Review and validate invoicing details, ensuring accuracy and alignment with customer expectations and project progress
• Monitor labor and material charges daily, ensuring adherence to budgets and contract terms

Coordination and Team Leadership

• Attend all required meetings and brief on the progress of projects and customer feedback
• Assign and manage workloads across departments, ensuring optimal resource utilization
• Coach and mentor team members to deliver excellence and foster a collaborative, customer-centric culture

Continuous Improvement

• Strive for ongoing process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction
• Ensure compliance with regulations and company policies; enforce good housekeeping practices
• Ensure Pre-Arrival plans, Pre-Dock Engagement, and Post-Docks are produced for maintenance checks
• Ensure routine performance audits are completed and reported within specified timeframes
• Engage in initial corrective actions, root cause analysis, and comprehensive corrective action efforts for assigned projects
• Additional duties may be assigned at the discretion of department management

Marginal Job Functions

• Ensure all work performed is done in a safe manner
• Direct activities to protect employees from harm and maintain safe working conditions

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Capable of working independently or under supervision
• Flexibility to work at both Marana, AZ and Tucson, AZ locations as business needs dictate
• Strong leadership skills, including the ability to prioritize, delegate, and manage multiple projects while adhering to deadlines
• Excellent problem-solving, judgment, and decision-making skills, with the ability to adjust to rapidly changing circumstances and priorities
• Proven ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
• Strong knowledge of human behavior and management techniques
• Exceptional presentation skills, with the ability to represent the company positively
• Creative and effective negotiation and conflict resolution skills

Preferred

• 5 years of experience in project management
• Aviation industry experience
• Certification or experience in continuous improvement (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean Management)
• Bilingual in Spanish

Work Environment

Location: Aircraft maintenance hangar, flightline, and Avionics Shop
Potential Hazards: Exposure to high-intensity noise levels, extreme temperature changes, electrical charges and radar waves, hazardous materials, moving machinery
Protective Equipment Required: Goggles, safety glasses, face shields, ear protection, aprons, gloves, safety harnesses, breathing equipment

SMS Requirements

• Employees must perform duties in accordance with company policies and government regulations to preserve life and resources
• Participate in safety education programs and learn how to recognize and report hazards
• Employees must report errors, incidents, and accidents honestly as a condition of employment
• Employees should report unsafe conditions or take reasonable corrective action, then notify a supervisor
• In case of accidents/incidents, the first employee to observe must alert responders/supervisors and take steps to prevent further injury or damage

Duties not listed within the position description may be required at management's discretion. Job functions may vary due to irregular working conditions or multiple shift positions.

Ascent Aviation Services is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to making reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform essential job functions. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know.

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