Helicopter Maintenance Supervisor

Under direction, is responsible for the operations of the helicopter detail maintenance. Schedules and oversees the repair, maintenance, and inspections of the San Antonio Police Department's helicopter fleet to ensure air worthiness.  Ensures compliance with all Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.  Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.

Work Location
1223 99th Street, San Antonio, TX (78214)

Work Hours
6:45 a.m. - 3:30p.m., Monday - Friday

• Manages all aircraft scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and inspections in accordance with the manufacturers' and FAA regulatory standards.
• Supervises, trains and evaluates assigned employees.
• Coordinates inspections and modifications with FAA inspectors, and prepares and documents FAA and manufacturers' required forms and maintenance records.
• Responsible for the integrity of aircraft parts requisitions, inventory, and repairable parts tracking, and ensures the serviceability of all special tools, hanger, and ground support equipment.
• Manages the electronic inventory, maintenance, and budgetary software to ensure a continuous and up to the minute analysis of the helicopter fleet.
• Informs pilots and superiors of all aircraft readiness, availability and air worthiness on a daily basis.
• Manages and monitors the maintenance operating budget and oversees the purchase of parts, supplies, tools, and equipment.
• Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of aircraft maintenance and repair.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
• Five (5) years' experience in helicopter airframe and power plant maintenance, including one (1) year of supervisory experience.
• Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions.
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
• Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Power Plant License.
• Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Aircraft and Inspection License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of Airbus Helicopter H125 (AS350B3e) Airframe Field Maintenance course.
• Completion of Safran Helicopter Engines ARRIEL 2D Engine Maintenance course. 
• Experience with Airbus Helicopter EC120B.
• Experience with Safran Helicopter Engine ARRIUS 2F.

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks.  If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing.  Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

• Knowledge of principles, procedures, practices, and techniques of airframe and power plant repairs on helicopters.
• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements relating to helicopter maintenance and safety.
• Knowledge of tools, mechanical and electronic equipment used in the inspection, maintenance and repair of helicopters.
• Skill in using precision measuring instruments, reading schematics and technical manuals.
• Skill in use of personal computer and MS Office suite programs.
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve in all aspects of aircraft maintenance.
• Ability to supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.
• Ability to perform quality assurance at the completion of all maintenance tasks.
• Ability to compile information and produce reports on aircraft operational readiness status.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.

Salary : $70,667 - $106,000