Role Overview

The Maintenance Controller is one of the most operationally critical roles at BOND. Based in our Maintenance Operations Center (MOC), you own the real-time airworthiness picture of every aircraft on our certificate — monitoring fleet status, authorizing MEL/NEF deferrals, issuing Airworthiness Releases, and leading AOG response from the first call to the last signature. You exercise independent judgment, direct technicians and vendors, and make high-stakes decisions with minimal supervision. This isn't a support role. It's a command function.

We're looking for an A&P with real Part 135 or Part 121 experience, a working knowledge of MEL/NEF programs, and the kind of calm, methodical decision-making that holds up at 2 a.m. when a member's aircraft is AOG in Teterboro. If that sounds like your environment, we'd like to talk.

What You'll Do

• Own real-time fleet status across your shift — tracking open discrepancies, MEL deferrals, and maintenance due times for every aircraft on BOND's certificate.

• Exercise independent judgment on matters affecting aircraft dispatch reliability, compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations, and maintaining continuity of operations.

• Make operational decisions with minimal supervision, escalating only when issues exceed delegated authority.

• Authorize MEL and NEF deferrals and issue Airworthiness Releases within delegated authority, maintaining accurate deferral records for every aircraft.

• Devise and lead maintenance response strategy in the case of aircraft-on-ground (AOG) events — from first notification through return-to-service.

• Direct maintenance activities involving technicians, MROs, vendors, and operating personnel throughout AOG recovery and routine operations.

• Produce clear shift turnover reports and keep the Chief Inspector, Director of Maintenance, and Flight Operations informed with accurate, real-time status updates.

Required Qualifications

• Current FAA mechanic certificate under 14 CFR Part 65 with Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) ratings.

• Minimum 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience under Part 135 or Part 121, with prior time in a maintenance control, line maintenance lead, or equivalent technical-coordination role.

• Demonstrated knowledge of 14 CFR Parts 43, 91, 119, and 135; MEL/NEF programs; manufacturer maintenance programs; ADs; and Service Bulletins.

• Ability to read and interpret AMMs, IPCs, wiring diagrams, and BOND's GMM.

• Proficiency with CAMP, CMP, Corridor, or equivalent maintenance tracking systems and Microsoft Office.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; proven ability to brief leadership and direct technicians under time pressure.

• Ability to pass a DOT pre-employment drug and alcohol screen and maintain enrollment in the random testing pool.

• Ability and willingness to work a rotating shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications

• Inspection Authorization (IA) issued under 14 CFR Part 65.

• Prior service as a Maintenance Controller or Lead Technician at a Part 135 or Part 121 operator.

• Experience with Bombardier or Gulfstream aircraft types (Challenger 3500, Global series) operated in Part 135 service.

• Experience supporting FAA FSDO surveillance and Operations Specifications activities.

Travel

• Travel is required as necessary to support out-of-base recovery, vendor audits, or training.