The Director of Maintenance (DOM) is responsible for the overall airworthiness, maintenance, and regulatory compliance of Windward Aviation’s helicopter fleet. This role ensures all aircraft are maintained in accordance with FAA regulations, OAS certification standards, manufacturer requirements, and company policies—supporting safe, efficient, and reliable operations.

The DOM is a key member of the leadership team and works closely with the President, Director of Operations, Chief Pilot, and Safety Manager. This position leads and continuously improves our maintenance operation. The ideal candidate is highly organized, capable of managing multiple aircraft events simultaneously, and experienced in building efficient systems while maintaining full compliance.

Windward Aviation operates primarily within Maui County, supporting Hawaii’s conservation efforts, county Police and Fire, and other utility missions. We offer a unique opportunity in the utility helicopter industry: year-round, consistent operations based in a single location, with a stable schedule, and the ability to be home daily. We are seeking a strong A&P leader from the utility sector who values both operational excellence and quality of life.

Fleet & Operating Environment

Fleet: 5 × MD500D, 2 × BK117 B2 (850D2)
Base: Maui, Hawaii (1 aircraft on contract on Oahu)
Operations: Part 135, Part 133, Part 137, Public Use, and Part 91
Centralized operation with limited field deployment

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance & Airworthiness
Ensure compliance with 14 CFR Part 135 and applicable Parts 91, 43, 65, 133, and 137
Maintain manufacturer approved maintenance and OAS certification standards
Serve as primary liaison with FAA PMI and OAS auditors
Ensure aircraft airworthiness

Maintenance Control & Planning

Direct all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance
Oversee manufacturer inspection criteria and component tracking (LLPs, TBOs)
Manage downtime and coordinate AOG response

Team Leadership

Lead and manage maintenance personnel (A&P mechanics, helpers, support staff)
Ensure proper staffing, training, and current qualifications
Foster a strong, accountable safety culture
Records, QA & SMS
Maintain accurate, audit-ready records (logbooks, ADs, SBs, CHR, maintenance tracking system)
Oversee quality control and support SMS participation
Identify trends and proactively mitigate maintenance risk

Vendors & Inventory

Manage OEMs, repair stations, and overhaul vendors
Oversee procurement, inventory, and cost control
Ensure full traceability and regulatory compliance of parts

Operational Coordination

Coordinate daily with DOO, Chief Pilot, and scheduling
Align maintenance with mission demands (fire standby, ag ops, utility work)
Support rapid aircraft configuration changes across mission types

Minimum Qualifications

FAA A&P Certificate
6+ years aviation maintenance experience
2+ years in a supervisory or leadership role
Strong rotorcraft experience (MD500 and/or BK117 preferred)
Proven knowledge of FAA compliance systems and inspector interaction

Preferred Qualifications

Inspection Authorization (IA)
Previous DOM or Assistant DOM experience
Utility helicopter experience (external load, fire, ag)
Familiarity with maintenance tracking systems
Experience in multi-mission environments

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: Competitive pay with cost of living considerations.
Relocation Assistance: Provided for the right candidate
Health Benefits: Full medical and dental coverage for employee and primary family
Retirement: 401(k) with 4% company match
Time Off: Generous PTO policy

Core Competencies

Strong leadership and team development
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Detail-oriented with strong regulatory discipline
Effective communicator across technical and operational teams
Comfortable in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment

Work Environment

Hangar and field-based work
On-call availability for AOG situations
Occasional inter-island day travel

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