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Supervisor Aircraft Maintenance - MCI

Southwest Airlines

Kansas City, Missouri, U.S.
Full-time, Regular
Posted Oct 10, 2025
Full-time

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About the role

The People of Southwest Airlines come together to deliver on our Purpose, which is to connect People to what’s important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel. Our Supervisor Aircraft Maintenance supports Southwest’s Mechanics, working from our hangar or at the airport, and collaborates with various Ground Operations Teams to ensure a safe and efficient operation for our Customers. They work in an active, dynamic, and safe environment to support our People as they provide high-quality service and on time performance.

Responsibilities

  • Work closely with fellow Supervisors and Leadership to achieve department metrics and objectives
  • Set clear expectations on daily assignments and procedures
  • Communicate process changes and procedures to their Employees
  • Assure Compliance with all applicable policies set forth in Southwest Technical Operations Handbook
  • Ensure all work performed during the assigned shift is in accordance with approved maintenance procedures
  • Assure Maintenance documentation of work performed is entered into computer base prior to aircraft departure
  • Review work packages for completeness and accuracy before all aircraft is returned to service
  • Assure that all deferred maintenance items have the required parts and labor hours recorded
  • Coordinate aircraft maintenance requirements with all pertinent Company Departments, specifically through Maintenance Control, to advise the current maintenance status of the aircraft

Requirements

  • Knowledge of EPA regulations and guidelines for hazardous materials
  • Knowledge of FARs and other regulatory documents to ensure compliance with the FAA
  • Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
  • Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
  • Skilled in written and verbal communication including speaking in group situations
  • Skilled in reading and comprehending technical reports, instructions, and maintenance documents
  • Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense
  • Ability to solve problems and write document change requests, parts action requests, and other regulatory documents to ensure compliance with the FAA

Benefits

  • Competitive market salary from $145,600 per year to $161.800 per year
  • Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights
  • 401(k) with Company contributions up to 9.3%
  • ProfitSharing contribution
  • Competitive health insurance

About the Company

We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.

Job Details

Salary Range

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Location

Kansas City, Missouri, U.S.

Employment Type

Full-time, Regular

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