Job Details

Aviation Maintenance Controller - Part 135

Ventura Air Services is a privately held 14 CFR Part 135 operator with maintenance and operational

bases in Farmingdale, NY and Nashville, TN. We are seeking a qualified Maintenance Controller to

support continued fleet growth while maintaining strict compliance with company manuals and FAA

regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Exercise operational control over aircraft maintenance status, including real-time coordination with Flight Operations and Maintenance.
• Evaluate reported aircraft discrepancies and coordinate corrective actions in accordance with the GMM, MEL, CDL, and FARs.
• Communicate directly with flight crews to obtain accurate discrepancy details required for effective troubleshooting and repair.
• Plan, schedule, and track all scheduled maintenance events using the computerized maintenance tracking system in accordance with approved inspection programs.
• Verify, audit, and record return-to-service documentation and update maintenance tracking software accordingly.
• Maintain real-time fleet status within Flight Operations Software (FOS).
• Coordinate mechanical delays to ensure safe, compliant, and expeditious return to service.
• Control and track all Deferred Maintenance Items (DMI), including MEL and CDL deferrals.
• Ensure deferrals are applied, extended, and cleared in full compliance with company manuals and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as the primary maintenance point of contact for aircraft operating away from main maintenance bases.
• Issue, track, and close scheduled and unscheduled Maintenance Authorization Forms.
• Coordinate maintenance vendors, technicians, and internal resources as required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P;) certificate or AMT
• Turbine aircraft maintenance experience required
• Prior Part 135 maintenance control experience preferred
• Strong technical decision-making and documentation skills
• Ability to manage concurrent maintenance events across multiple aircraft
• Availability for non-traditional schedules, including nights, weekends, and on-call coverage
• Citation and/or Challenger aircraft experience preferred

Schedule of M-F 3:30PM- 11:30PM CST

Salary Description

$60,000 - $80,000, commensurate with experience