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Aircraft Maintenance Controller Jobs in Michigan

STS Technical Services

A&P Mechanics

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

$30 - $38/hr

This position reports directly to the Station Manager, and works in close partnership with the field Airlines, Flight Crew and other Aircraft Maintenance Controllers. * Ensures aircraft are ...

Kalitta Air, LLC

Maintenance Planner

Ypsilanti, MI · On-site

Monitor (daily) the time remaining on routine/scheduled maintenance tasks (to include time controlled components & maintenance checks) for assigned aircraft/engines/components to ensure on-time ...

Textron

Machinist (2nd Shift) - AeroMotion

Saginaw, MI · On-site

$20.25 - $27.75/hr

Every aircraft we build starts with the skill, precision, and dedication of talented manufacturing ... Maintain programs, tool lists, job packets, and related manufacturing documentation. Equipment ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for aircraft maintenance controller in Michigan is $34.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30.38 and $38.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Aircraft Maintenance Controller oversees and coordinates aircraft maintenance operations to ensure safety, compliance, and efficiency. They monitor real-time aircraft status, schedule maintenance, and communicate with engineers, technicians, and flight crews to resolve technical issues. Their role is critical in minimizing delays and ensuring aircraft meet regulatory and operational standards. Maintenance Controllers work in airline operations centers, often under high-pressure conditions, to keep the fleet airworthy and on schedule.

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Aircraft Maintenance Controllers are responsible for monitoring the status of aircraft, coordinating scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, and serving as a primary liaison between maintenance teams, flight crews, and operations departments. On a daily basis, they review maintenance logs, prioritize repairs to minimize operational disruptions, and ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements. The role often involves rapidly assessing and responding to unexpected technical issues, providing technical guidance, and updating records in maintenance management systems. This dynamic environment requires continuous communication and adaptability to shifting schedules and operational needs.

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Maintenance Controller

Kalitta Charters 2

Ypsilanti, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Kalitta Charters II specializes in scheduled and on-demand narrow-body freighter operations. In 2003, aviator and NHRA World Champion, Doug Kalitta, set out to provide a safe and reliable solution to a complex logistics problem. This problem entailed moving freight across the Americas for our customers... overnight!
Job Summary:
Maintenance controllers are the liaison for all Pilots, Flight Engineers, and Mechanics for any maintenance or equipment needed for an aircraft. Maintenance controllers will be able to step into multiple rolls when needed including provide full service to an Aircraft. The Maintenance Control facility is located at Kalitta Charters II main base at Willow Run Airport, Ypsilanti, Ml.
Functions/Responsibilities
  • Maintain a continuous liaison with all outstation maintenance facilities, ensuring timely reporting of current total aircraft times, and notable information as it pertains to inspections, time changes, work requests, etc.
  • Provides technical assistance to Kalitta Charters II maintenance employees and contract agencies.
  • Authorizes, assigns and maintains a daily log of MEL, CDL and carry over controlled items. Reviews these on a daily basis to ensure parts (if needed) or technical assistance will be available in order to make repairs in a reliable and timely fashion. Ensure all troubleshooting is being logged.
  • De-brief layover flight crews or ride on mechanic at the end of the day flying.
  • Coordinate with Flight Operations, the movement of aircraft system wide as it pertains to maintenance scheduling activities, maintenance actions and required down times.
  • Approve minor work at non-maintenance stations.
  • Coordinates with the Manager of Maintenance Control, all aspects of maintenance performed on Kalitta Charters II aircraft on a daily basis via verbal reports, electronic means (i.e. turnovers or Deferred Maintenance Item reports), or any means requested of the Director of Maintenance.
  • Schedule the accomplishment of required maintenance activities to comply with the company's requirements.
  • Track approved Advisory Notices for compliance within given period.
  • Assist in preparing paperwork packages for inspections or engine changes as needed.
  • Ensure timely completion of Repair
  • Obtain all supporting data for forecasted maintenance inspections.
  • Conduct a quality control review of any deferrals issued on the previous shift for accuracy and completeness.
  • Communicating with Operations and Quality Departments as needed when aircraft maintenance status changes to ensure that the Operations / Flight Fallowing / Crew Scheduling / Sales and Quality Control Departments have the current status of each aircraft to include but not limited to all MEL I CDL and DMI assigned to each aircraft.

Requirements
Education
  • Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED
  • A valid unrestricted driver's license
  • A&P Certificate

Preferred Experience & Skills:
  • Two years of experience in maintenance of large fixed wing aircraft
  • Boeing 737 Systems training and a minimum one year experience on aircraft preferred

Work Environment & Culture Skills:
  • Intermediate MS Office knowledge, computer software & internet proficiency
  • Candidate must pass DOT/FAA pre-employment drug screen and a DOT/FAA compliant background check
  • Candidate should be motivated, resourceful, energetic, organized and able to manage and be managed
  • Candidate must be reliable, punctual and flexible
  • Candidate must be able to multi-task, respect and maintain confidentiality
  • Candidate must be ethical, trustworthy with sensitive information
  • Candidate must be service oriented and able to work at a fast pace and handle stress and problematic issues well with a good attitude
  • Candidate must be able to communicate effectively and work within a team-focused environment
  • Candidate must be respectful of diverse populations and cultures
  • Candidate must have an outgoing personality with expertise at developing relationships

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  • Employees are regularly required to, stand, sit, talk, hear and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard

Location Requirements:
  • Operation based in Ypsilanti, MI at Willow Run Airport (YIP)
  • There is no ability to work from home
  • There will be no relocation package for this position

Shift Requirements:
  • Must be available full-time and work overtime when required

Other Requirements:
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Benefits:
Compensation:
  • Competitive Salary established pay scale including yearly increases
  • Employer Provided:
    • Short Term
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
    • Basic Life Insurance with Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
    • Travel Assistance Program
    • Fidelity 401K with starting at match
  • Employee Elective:
    • BCBS - Medical 500 PPO and 1000 PPO options, Dental PPO, Prescription starting after 60 days
    • EyeMed - Vision
    • Flexible Spending Account - Medical and Dependent Care
    • Long Term Disability
    • Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Child
    • Accident and Critical Illness Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Child
    • Hospital Indemnity for Employee, Spouse, and Child
    • Met Law Coverage
    • Nationwide Voluntary Pet Insurance

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