About Guardian Jet
Guardian Jet is a premier corporate aircraft consulting and brokerage firm, providing world-class solutions in aircraft acquisitions, sales, and strategic aviation consulting. We pride ourselves on our integrity, industry expertise, and client-first approach, helping companies and individuals make smart, data-driven decisions in the complex world of aviation.
Position Summary
The Director of Maintenance (DOM) will oversee all maintenance and technical aspects related to Guardian Jet's consulting and brokerage services. This role assists with client aircraft sales and acquisitions through expert oversight, vendor coordination, and technical due diligence. The DOM will be a key advisor in aircraft evaluations, pre-purchase inspections, and all technical aspects of the transaction, often working on multiple projects simultaneously.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the primary technical expert for all aircraft maintenance-related matters across Guardian Jet's client projects.
- Communicate and coordinate with our client's Director of Maintenance and flight department personnel.
- Lead, oversee, and coordinate pre-purchase inspections (PPIs), aircraft audits, and maintenance records reviews for brokerage and consulting clients.
- Assist the Guardian Jet team with guidance on maintenance status, cost projections, regulatory compliance, and technical condition during aircraft transactions.
- Develop and maintain relationships with OEMs, MROs, service centers, and regulatory bodies.
- Assist in building aircraft specifications.
- Support in the import/export of aircraft into and out of multiple countries with differing aviation authorities.
- Assist in overseeing a team of external contract maintenance professionals to assist in projects.
- Stay abreast of FAA/EASA regulations, OEM updates, and industry trends affecting aircraft maintenance.
- Support business development teams by providing technical insights during client pitches and proposals.
Qualifications
- A&P Certification (FAA) highly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of business aviation (e.g., Gulfstream, Bombardier, Dassault, Textron aircraft).
- Proven experience in technical due diligence, maintenance planning, and vendor oversight.
- Familiarity with maintenance tracking systems (e.g., CAMP, Veryon, Traxxall).
- Strong understanding of FAA regulations, international aviation standards, and industry best practices.
- Ability to translate technical details into client-facing language.
- Willingness to travel for aircraft inspections, client meetings, and industry events.