Heavy MX Project Manager at Southwest Airlines

Dallas, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jun, 26

Salary

139900.0

Posted On

10 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Root-Cause Analysis, Production Planning, Compliance, Standardization, Conflict Resolution, Labor Hour Evaluation, Project Leadership, Aircraft Maintenance Procedures, Business Management, Resource Allocation, Quality Control, FAA Procedures, Logic and Reasoning, Microsoft Office Suite, Technical Document Comprehension, Stress Management

Industry

Airlines and Aviation

Description

Department: Technical Operations Our Company Promise 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 Description: Job Summary Ever wondered what it takes to keep an airline’s fleet running at peak performance? As a Heavy Maintenance (MX) Project Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind Southwest’s most critical maintenance operations. You’ll plan and coordinate day-to-day heavy maintenance visits, ensuring our Aircraft Maintenance Technicians have the parts, tools, and process flows they need to succeed. Acting as the key liaison between Production and departments like Quality Control, Engineering, Stores, and Appearance, as well as external vendors, you’ll keep complex operations running smoothly. Beyond daily oversight, you’ll lead projects that improve compliance and efficiency, directly impacting the reliability and safety of our fleet. Your work helps keep Southwest flying strong, connecting People to what matters most. Additional details: The culture of Southwest Airlines means we value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. Due to the nature of this role, you would be required to work from our Dallas, TX headquarters facility during business hours. U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available. We’re committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. Responsibilities Provide Production a daily plan, making certain everyone is aligned with duties and production goals are being met Work on root-cause analysis and drive change when goals go unmet Lead pre-post dock meetings to ensure compliance and standardization amongst shifts Act as a liaison between Production and all other departments (Appearance, Engineering, Inspection, and Materials) to resolve conflicts in priorities Lead evaluation of Routine & Non-Routine tasks for labor hours and spans Work to lead a resolution of any discrepancies Coordinate and lead special projects as directed by Production Leadership and in support of department initiatives May perform other job duties as directed by Employee’s Leaders Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of aircraft maintenance procedures and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, production methods, and coordination of people and resources Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing efficiency Knowledge of the requirements of Southwest’s FAA-approved Maintenance Procedures Manual Skilled in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite Ability to comprehend technical documents related to aircraft maintenance Ability to work efficiently under stress and short deadlines as part of an integrated Team Education Required: High School Diploma or GED Experience Advanced level experience, seasoned and specialized knowledge in: Airline maintenance, 737 heavy maintenance management Production planning, MPM, and FAA policies, and procedures Licensing/Certification Required: Airframe and Powerplant License Must be able to attain a United States Passport Must be able to obtain a SIDA (Secured Identification Display Area) badge and meet all local airport requirements Physical Abilities Ability to perform work duties from [limited space work station/desk/office area] for extended periods of time Ability to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the job Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job Other Qualifications Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 Must be at least 18 years of age Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines Some travel may be required May be required to work additional hours including nights and weekends to support Production working a 24-hour clock Pay & Benefits: Competitive market salary from $125,900 per year to $139,900 per year* depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the Company. Benefits you’ll love: • Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too) • Southwest will help fund your Retirement Savings Plan, which includes a dollar for-dollar 401(k) Company match contribution of up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings** • Potential for annual profit-sharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan—when Southwest profits, you profit*** • Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents • Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You'll have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan, and coverage will be retroactively available to your first day of employment. • Explore more benefits you’ll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits *Pay amount doesn’t guarantee employment for any particular period. **401(k) Company match contributions are subject to the plan’s vesting schedule. Match contributions may vary based on the position. *** Profit-sharing contributions are subject to the Retirement Savings Plan vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company. Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please print/save this job description because it won't be available after you apply. Job Posting End Date 03/15/2026

Responsibilities

The Project Manager will plan and coordinate daily heavy maintenance visits, ensuring technicians have necessary resources, and act as a key liaison between Production and support departments like Quality Control and Engineering. They will also lead projects focused on improving compliance and efficiency to enhance fleet reliability and safety.