Airframe Vendor Maintenance - Program Manager

Airframe Vendor Maintenance - Program Manager

Location Chicago, Illinois, United States This job is associated with 2 categories See allJob IdWHQ00026922Tech Ops / Maintenance - Management & AdministrativeJob TypeFull-TimePosted Date 10/10/2026

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Description

At United, we have some of the best aircraft in the world. Our Technical Operations team is full of aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that help make sure they’re well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you’re ready to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape.

Job Overview and Responsibilities

Airframe Maintenance Program Managers are business and technical managers on-site at each MRO facility. Their work requires a leader who is agile and highly collaborative with a focus on teamwork and partnership. Program Managers are responsible for daily oversight and compliance with standards for quality, cost, and execution of base maintenance packages for aircraft entering check and/or modification.

They are the primary support and interface role for airframe providers through completion of the scheduled visit in accordance with United Airlines’ Continuous Airworthiness Maintenance Program (CAMP). Included in this responsibility is assuring strict adherence to: conditions set forth in the supplier agreements, budgetary compliance, and reconciliation of all costs associated with the base events. Overall airworthiness of the aircraft upon release is a shared responsibility with the Quality Control departments.

It is expected that a Program Manager is a self-starter, acts with great integrity, and consistently strives to improve processes – all while maintaining the highest of standards for professionalism and leadership of self.

Acting as focal UAL interface with local supplier leadership, overseeing all facets of quality, production, and financial performance

Accomplish aircraft on-wing safety and performance audits, documented within the 360Audit program

Assume primary liaison role with all UAL base maintenance support organizations such as planning, supply chain, quality control, engineering, etc.

Review and reconcile financial invoices and pursue cost savings opportunities for materials and labor efficiencies

Qualifications

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

High School Diploma

Airframe and Powerplant License

3-5 years Aircraft Maintenance Experience

Self-starter

Forward looking individuals

Excellent verbal, and written communication skills

Ability to effectively interact with internal and external business partners

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship

Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification

Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation Related Field

Maintenance supervisory experience

Line or Base Planning roles

Leadership experience

Knowledge in the following areas

Heavy Maintenance

Logistics and Finance

Safety Management Systems (SMS)

Maintenance Programs

Inspection, Planning or Engineering roles

The base pay range for this role is $89,965.00 to $117,212.00.

The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.

You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.

United Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation, contact JobAccommodations@united.com

• High School Diploma, Airframe and Powerplant License, and 3-5 years of aircraft maintenance experience
• Self-starter with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship and reliable, punctual attendance