Vertical Limit Aviation, LLC — Albuquerque, NM, US
Estimated salary for Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025): $62,630–$99,130 per year, median $79,870. The employer did not provide a pay range for this listing.
Director of MaintenanceVertical Limit AviationAlbuquerque, NM Location: 2502 Clark Carr Loop SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106Schedule: Full-time; flexibility for operational needs and occasional on-call support. Are you ready to lead maintenance operations at New Mexico’s premier high-density altitudehelicopter training and service organization? Vertical Limit Aviation is seeking an experienced, safety-focused Director of Maintenance tooversee the airworthiness, compliance, and performance of our Robinson R-44 and R-66 fleet (and related support for AS350 BII model).
We are the only Robinson Approved Service Center in the State of New Mexico, specializing in high-density altitude and mountain flight training, helicopter tours, aerial photography/video, and professional pilot development out of our Albuquerque base. This is a hands-on leadership role where your expertise directly supports safe, reliable operations in one of the most challenging and rewarding flying environments in the country.
Key Responsibilities Serve as the accountable leader for all aircraft maintenance, ensuring full compliancewith FAA regulations (Parts 43, 65, 91, and applicable operational rules), manufacturerrequirements, and company policies. Maintain the continuous airworthiness of our Robinson fleet and support service work onadditional helicopter models. Plan, schedule, and oversee all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, andcomponent tracking (including life-limited parts and TBOs). Act as primary liaison with the FAA and manage audit readiness, records, and qualitysystems. Lead, mentor, and develop the maintenance team while fostering a strong safety culture. Manage parts inventory, vendors, and maintenance tracking systems to minimizedowntime and support operational reliability. Support the unique demands of high-density altitude and mountain operations. Contribute as a key member of the leadership team alongside operations and trainingleadership.
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