Job Description

Description

Hartzell Propeller was founded in 1917 and is headquartered in Piqua, Ohio. Hartzell Propeller is the global leader in advanced aircraft propeller design and manufacturing technology for general aviation applications – both piston engine and turboprop – as well as custom propulsion solutions for electric, hybrid-electric aircraft and advanced air mobility programs. In 2021, Hartzell Propeller acquired Tanis Aircraft Products to expand Hartzell’s heating products and expanded its offerings in the experimental propeller market with the acquisition of Whirlwind Propeller in 2024. Hartzell expanded its offerings in the MRO market with 2024 acquisitions of American Propeller Service, Texas Aircraft Propeller and Tiffin Aire Inc.

Job Summary

Hartzell Propeller seeks an energetic and hands-on Quality Manager to provide technical leadership to the Service Team. The Manager will oversee all quality aspects for a Part 145 repair station. This position must be a self-starter and able to make decisions based on FAA regulatory requirements. The manager will be required to participate/facilitate in meetings to address quality goals and constraints. The manager also will be required to monitor contractor performance, and adherence to the contract and customer requirements.

Key Deliverables

• Ensure Hartzell Service Center operates efficiently, safely and in full compliance with industry standards and FAA regulations
• Provide  proactive leadership necessary to drive, develop and monitor critical metrics.
• Provide leadership to ensure that the Repair Station maintains a culture of quality, FAA/DOT compliance, and customer compliance
• Maintain all record-keeping related to the Repair Station

     - Repairs

     - Discrepancies noted during inspection

     - Service Employee Roster

     - Dispositioning of rejected and unserviceable parts

Requirements

Education/Experience

• Minimum 5 years of aircraft maintenance experience or training
• Airframe & Power plant certificate a plus

Technical Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with MRO and part 145
• Experience with Quality Systems (ISO9000, AS9100, TS6949, etc.)
• Proficient Structured problem-solving skills to validate root cause and implement corrective actions
• Computer Skills (MS-Office, Excel a must)
• Business skills related to maintenance operations – budgeting, cost control labor allocation, parts and inventory management
• Project management skills

Behavioral Characteristics 

1. Builds a Successful Team – builds a cohesive team and fosters a positive, collaborative work environment.
2. Drives for Results – Is action oriented and can be counted on to meet goals successfully; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
3. Demonstrates ethics and values – Adheres to an appropriate and effective set of core values and beliefs and acts in line with those values. Practices and rewards these values to reinforce desired company culture.
4. Continuous Learning – Actively identifies new areas for learning; regularly creates and takes advantage of learning      opportunities; uses newly gained knowledge and skill on the job and learns through their application.
5. Customer focus – Commitment to understanding and meeting the needs of customers to ensure high levels of satisfaction with maintenance services.
6. Adaptability – is flexible to adjust to  changing circumstances while maintaining operational efficiency.
7. Safety Orientation – possesses a strong commitment to a safe work environment and ensures that all team members      prioritize safe work practices.

We are a team that prides ourselves on a culture that supports shared values of empowerment, accountability, drive, integrity, and respect. Our team shares a deep commitment to safety, collaboration, and a love for all things aviation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being and professional growth including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance, 401(K) plans with employer match, company provided Growth Participation Units (GPU) and so much more.  Our GPU benefit is unique to the industry and encourages all employees to think like owners and receive future financial reward for contributions to business growth.  Join our team to be part of a culture that encourages growth and development and celebrates our success.

Hartzell Propeller has a pre-employment and random Federal Drug & Alcohol Testing requirement and tests for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines and phencyclidine in addition to alcohol.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability/E-Verify