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**Title:** Manager, Projects

**Location:** United States-Illinois-Rockford

**Job Number:** 17839

Project Manager. The Project Manager reports to the VP of Operations and is responsible for the overall operation of the individual customer aircraft projects.

What you will be responsible for:

+ Assist in the preparation of project plans and schedules, including requirements, tasks, work assignments, resources, and the inclusion of project milestones and review points and reporting thereof.

+ Manage and direct their assigned project(s) efficiently to assure timely completion of the project on schedule while meeting the airworthiness and quality standards required by the repair station, FAA, and customer.

+ Ensure supporting departments are informed of project schedules, priorities, and needs.

+ Leading through influence or demonstrates collaboration capabilities in building customer relations.

+ Ensure all necessary resources (i.e. tooling, materials, and personnel) are available to create a smooth and efficient workflow.

+ Monitor project milestones to ensure proper man-hour accounting and that maintenance tasks are completed in a timely manner.

+ Report to management on project progress, problems, and the need for changes.

+ Ensure that all work and documentation meet the standards of the governing agencies (i.e. FAA, EPA, OSHA), as well as the repair stations’ policies and procedures.

+ Fulfill administrative project reporting requirements.

+ All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

What you will need to be successful in this role:

+ High school diploma, eight years of aviation maintenance experience with at least two years in management.

+ Airframe & Powerplant Certification, required. **Year One Critical Success Factors:**

+ Maintain production efficiency, maintain communication with leadership and show initiative.

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:

+ Competitive salary and quarterly bonus package

+ Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

+ 401(k) retirement plan with company match

+ Generous paid time off program

+ Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

+ Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

+ While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.

+ The environmental characteristic for this position is a warehouse setting.

+ Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional warehouse environment.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

Compensation:

The anticipated salary range for this position is $79,476.80 to $98,300.80 annually. This range reflects the base salary for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

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We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.