Supervisor, Engineering

SUMMARY: The Supervisor of Engineering Services is responsible for the engineering data, instructions, documents, and technical support that economically ensures the safety, airworthiness, and reliability of VSE Aviation Services.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Supervise a team of mechanical and electrical engineers, assigning and prioritizing tasks based on maintenance schedules.
• Collaborate with engineering staff to provide technical support and ensure cross-department cooperation.
• Delegate projects to engineers, ensuring alignment with production goals and customer priorities.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and performance evaluations to engineering staff.
• Oversee engineering support for line, base, and heavy maintenance checks.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and approve engineering dispositions.
• Review and sign off on engineering documents, including EOs, Repair Instructions, and Technical Variances.
• Ensure compliance with airworthiness regulations (FAA Part 145, Part 43, EASA Part 145, etc.) for all engineering activities and documentation submitted to regulatory authorities.
• Plan engineering support for scheduled maintenance and special projects, ensuring adequate staffing and resources.
• Monitor project timelines, budgets, and quality objectives.
• Act as liaison between engineering, quality assurance, production, planning, and regulatory bodies.
• Coordinate with OEMs for technical support and deviations.
• Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes, repair efficiency, and technical accuracy.
• Lead investigations into technical delays, rework, or engineering errors, implementing root cause and corrective actions.
• Support internal and external audits (e.g., FAA, EASA, AS9110).
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Avionics or a related field,

- or an additional 3 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree

• A minimum of 6 years of relevant engineering experience,

-including and 3 years of leadership experience

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook and scheduling applications
• Knowledge in Aircraft systems, structures, avionics, OEM manuals, regulatory
• Decision-making, problem-solving, cross-functional communication.
• Knowledge of FAA, EASA, ICAO regulations (Part 145, Part 25, etc.)
• Familiar with AMOS, TRAX, OASES, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Microsoft Project

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

•  Master's degree in the relevant engineering field.
• 9+ years of Engineering work experience
• 6+ years in the aviation industry
• 4+ years in a supervisory position

OTHER: 

Travel is required, depending on business/ project needs

The selected applicant will be subject to a background check and drug testing.