Aviation Manager jobs in Portland, OR

About Hillsboro Aviation

Founded in 1980, Hillsboro Aviation offers complete helicopter and airplane services comprised of five divisions: contract & charter, aircraft sales & management, service center, FBO, and parts sales. Serving domestic and international markets in the government, commercial, and private sectors, we have over 85 employees and 10 turbine aircraft. We operate out of our award-winning headquarters at the Portland-Hillsboro Airport (KHIO).

Our Vision

We believe in the power of a personal approach. We passionately purvey the notion of flight, a dream demanding creativity, persistence, resilience, and intent. We strive to foster a legacy of innovative thought, leadership, mentorship, service, and sustainability. We are dedicated to providing opportunity and growth for our team, our customers, and our community by providing extraordinary and memorable experiences in the air and on the ground.

The Position

As an FAA Certified 145 Repair Station, Hillsboro Aviation supports comprehensive maintenance and avionics needs. From privately owned airplanes and helicopters to corporate fleet management, we serve private, commercial, and government interests. Our full-service location supports avionics, unscheduled and scheduled services, heavy maintenance, and AOG emergencies. Our factory-trained mechanics and avionics technicians boast an average of over 20 years of experience.

As Avionics Manager, you will work closely with the Service Center Maintenance and Fleet Maintenance teams to manage avionics projects while ensuring safety, quality, regulatory compliance, customer satisfaction, employee development, and profitability.

Job Responsibilities

The Avionics Manager reports to the Service Center Manager and will be responsible for the following job duties, including but not limited to:

• This position has direct supervisory responsibilities of the avionics team; currently 3 full-time avionics technicians with plans to grow the team to 6 technicians.

• Project Management of Service Center and Fleet Avionics work including:
  • Quoting of initial scope of work and change orders
  • Customer communication throughout the project
  • Ensuring that quality of work and regulatory compliance is paramount in all work performed
  • Final delivery of aircraft to customer 
• Leading the process of troubleshooting and repair of customer/fleet aircraft during AOG situations

Ideal candidates value a strong work ethic and optimistic attitude, maintain a critical eye for detail and organization, and are excited to represent Hillsboro Aviation in front of key customers.

Qualifications/Licenses

• Must possess an unrestricted driver’s license
• Associate’s degree in related field, or equivalent experience
• Experience leading high performing teams
• General and Business Aviation experience

Required Skills/Experience

• Ability to evaluate, quote, and execute complex avionics projects
• Demonstrated relevant project management experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and time management skills

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Part 145 Repair Station experience
• A&P Certificate
• Bachelor’s degree related field
• Greater than 10 years general aviation industry experience
• Experience creating budgets and managing P&Ls

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision
• 401K

Hillsboro Aviation’s growth and sustainability is rooted in its commitment to attracting a diverse set of talent from around the world. To that end, we encourage qualified individuals from all walks of life to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

This job will remain open until filled. Please do not call regarding the status of your application.