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System One

Maintenance Controller

Orlando, FL · On-site

Job Title: Maintenance Controller Location: Orlando, Florida Type: Contract Compensation ... Manage daily aircraft maintenance planning, scheduling, and support activities for Thales IFEC ...

System One

Maintenance Controller

Orlando, FL · On-site

Job Title: Maintenance Controller Location: Orlando, Florida Type: Contract Compensation ... Manage daily aircraft maintenance planning, scheduling, and support activities for Thales IFEC ...

System One

Maintenance Controller

Orlando, FL · On-site

Job Title: Maintenance Controller Location: Orlando, Florida Type: Contract Compensation ... Manage daily aircraft maintenance planning, scheduling, and support activities for Thales IFEC ...

System One

Maintenance Controller

Orlando, FL · On-site

Job Title: Maintenance Controller Location: Orlando, Florida Type: Contract Compensation ... Manage daily aircraft maintenance planning, scheduling, and support activities for Thales IFEC ...

System One

Maintenance Controller

Orlando, FL · On-site

Job Title: Maintenance Controller Location: Orlando, Florida Type: Contract Compensation ... Manage daily aircraft maintenance planning, scheduling, and support activities for Thales IFEC ...

Endeavor Air

Maintenance Controller

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

The controller provides technical oversight and coordinates the repair of aircraft, makes decisions associated with maintaining scheduled operations and works directly with operation side of the ...

GoJet Airlines

MAINTENANCE CONTROLLER

Bridgeton, MO · On-site

$12K/mo

GOJET AIRLINES - MAINTENANCE CONTROLLER LOCATION - ST. LOUIS, MO Earn up to $12,500 in total bonus ... Two (2) years of aircraft maintenance experience * Required to relocate to the St. Louis, Missouri ...

Sun Country

Maintenance Controller

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$49.72 - $70.82/hr

They will also keep SOC apprised of aircraft availability, particularly if an aircraft cannot meet its schedule. * The Maintenance Controller is responsible to provide a current and continuing ...

Seaborne Airlines

PR · On-site

Maintenance Controllers are primarily responsible for determining the priority of action. They must ... Review computerized aircraft maintenance records reports for the scheduling of daily and weekly ...

Mayo Aviation

Maintenance Controller

Wheeling, IL · On-site +1

$85K - $90K/yr

Priester Aviation is a premier aviation services company providing comprehensive aircraft ... The Maintenance Controller plays a crucial role in minimizing operational interruptions and ...

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How much do aircraft maintenance controller jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for aircraft maintenance controller in the United States is $39.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.86 and $44.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an aircraft maintenance controller?

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.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an aircraft maintenance controller?

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.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an aircraft maintenance controller?

To thrive as an Aircraft Maintenance Controller, you need a solid background in aircraft maintenance procedures, technical troubleshooting, and aviation regulations, usually supported by an FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license or equivalent certification. Familiarity with maintenance tracking software, computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), and technical documentation is highly important. Strong communication, decision-making abilities, and organizational skills help you excel in this highly-coordinated role. These skills ensure safety, minimize aircraft downtime, and facilitate efficient collaboration with maintenance crews and flight operations.

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Infographic showing various Aircraft Maintenance Controller job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $83,096 per year, or $40 per hour.

Maintenance Controller

Sun Country Airlines

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

$43.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago

Sun Country Airlines rating

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Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

18th of 26 rated airlines

Job description

We're not your average airline. We're agile, resilient, and full of uncommon opportunity. Here, you can grow as part of an ambitious team that safely and collectively supports each other, our travelers, and our community. Together, we're making travel more attainable. With more than 40 years of Minnesota roots, we're a unique hybrid low-cost carrier offering diverse services including scheduled flights to destinations across the U.S., Canada, Central America, and the Caribbean, as well as charter and cargo operations around the world. At Sun Country, you'll be part of a growing airline and an enthusiastic team focused on connecting our community with their favorite people and places.
Sun Country Airlines provides the resources and support our employees need to succeed. Besides working at a great and growing company, as a Maintenance Controller you'll enjoy these benefits and more:
  • Comprehensive benefit package including dental and vision
  • PPO and high deductible health plans
  • Health savings account and Flexible Spending Account
  • Starting day one free standby and discounted travel privileges for employees, family, & friends
  • 401(k) match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid holidays
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program including counseling for employees and their family
  • Fitness incentive and Stop Smoking Support

This position is represented by the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association. The compensation schedule is based on the collective bargaining agreement.
Maintenance Controller Overview:
The Maintenance Control position is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the airline from a Maintenance standpoint. The Maintenance Controller will be responsible for ensuring that Sun Country Airlines' aircraft are maintained in an airworthy condition, regardless of where they happen to be or who is making the necessary repairs.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Responsible for maintaining the Sun Country Airlines' aircraft to the highest possible standards to assure a safe, economical, and on-time operation.
  • The Maintenance Controller must be aware of the mechanical status of all operating aircraft and the general status and expected availability of all Sun Country Airlines' aircraft undergoing maintenance. They will also keep SOC apprised of aircraft availability, particularly if an aircraft cannot meet its schedule.
  • The Maintenance Controller is responsible to provide a current and continuing follow-up system of deferred repairs to ensure positive corrective action is made on a timely basis.
  • To accomplish that task, the Maintenance Controller will coordinate the activities of Materials, contract
  • The Maintenance Controller may be asked to assist in the planning for the development and issuance of the daily RON work packages as directed by the Manager Maintenance Control/Maintenance Planning.
  • Conduct all tasks in a safe and efficient manner complying with all local, state, and federal safety and health regulatory requirements, programmatic standards, and with any internal policies and procedures identified by Sun Country Airlines.
  • Maintain direct oversight and control over on-call line maintenance providers in the resolution of aircraft maintenance issues, ensuring that the maintenance provider performs the maintenance as required.

Required Qualifications:
Three or more years' experience on the 737-800 or similar type aircraft
  • A&P Certificate with currency requirements met
  • Experience with troubleshooting equipment and operation issues
  • Ability to effectively communicate through verbal and written
  • Strong mechanical aptitude
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to effectively interact with all levels of the Company
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to work under minimal supervision
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment, discretion, and initiative
  • Self-motivated and independent problem-solving ability

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Previous Maintenance Control experience
  • 737 Gen Fam certificate

Compensation:
$43.75 USD per hour along with shift differentials. This is the base compensation hiring range for this role.
Classification:
Full-time, Non-Exempt
Working Location:
This position is open in Minneapolis, MN
Supervisory Responsibility:
None
Work Environment:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets.
Physical Demands:
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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands or finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Additional Notes:
Must be able to obtain MSP SIDA badge.
AAP/EEO Statement:
It is the policy of Sun Country Airlines to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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