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Ventura Jet lists this General Manager, Maintenance Operations opportunity in northern, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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Lead with precision. Drive performance. Keep operations moving.
Must be willing to relocate to be able to or near Farmingdale, NY - relocation assistance available
About the Role
We are looking for a focused, analytical, and highly driven General Manager to lead daily operations at our FAA Part 145 Repair Station. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, stays composed under pressure, and brings a direct, factual communication style to a team that depends on clarity and accuracy.
You will oversee production, compliance, workflow structure, and team performance - balancing fast decision-making with the need for disciplined, systematic processes required in a regulated repair station.
What You'll Do
Direct day-to-day shop operations with a strong emphasis on efficiency, structure, and timely execution .
Manage project timelines, labor planning, scheduling, and resource allocation with a methodical, detail-driven approach .
Lead and develop technicians and support staff through straightforward, clear expectations and hands-on performance management.
Track and analyze core operational metrics including: Productivity (billable vs. paid hours)
On-time delivery
Rework / quality escape rate
Safety and compliance performance
Identify operational gaps quickly and respond with decisive action - especially in shifting priorities or unexpected challenges.
Serve as the primary operational point of contact for customers, vendors, and internal teams, providing direct and factual communication.
Maintain strict adherence to FAA Part 145 requirements while reinforcing a structured, predictable workflow environment.
Support budgeting, cost control, and resource efficiency with strong attention to detail.
Who Thrives in This Role
This position is best suited for someone who:
Is naturally analytical and prefers decisions grounded in data and facts.
Communicates in a direct, concise, straightforward manner.
Can be approachable when needed but is comfortable working independently for long periods.
Performs at their best when pressure is high, priorities shift , and fast reactions are required.
Works with intensity and urgency - driving themselves and others toward results.
Becomes restless with slow, repetitive environments and prefers continuous problem-solving and project movement.
Still values a structured, orderly workflow where tasks and processes are methodical and predictable.
Has strong mental stamina and can handle long hours, frequent interruptions, and constant operational demands.
Maintains exceptional detail accuracy , especially under pressure.
Requirements
Qualifications
5+ years of supervisory or management experience in an FAA Part 145 Repair Station or aviation MRO environment.
Strong understanding of FAA regulatory compliance.
Proven experience improving productivity, workflow, and operational performance.
Direct, clear communicator with strong leadership and organizational abilities.
FAA A&P certificate preferred, not required.
Why Join Us
Lead a high-skill team in a stable, growing maintenance operation.
Competitive compensation and full benefits.
A culture built on precision, safety, teamwork, and operational excellence
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Who can apply
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