Customer Service Manager
Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.
Description
JOB SUMMARY:
The Customer Service Manager (CSM) serves as main point of contact with the Customer, as well as a main point of contact for less tenured Custromer Service Managers (CSMs). Works with the Service Center Team to maintain and develop a positive relationship with current and future Customers. Responds to Customer inquiries and is responsible for assuring Customer satisfaction by coordinating with the Technical Service Managers.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate and communicate all aircraft issues with the customer.
Meets customer upon arrival, reviews work scope with Customer and add squawks as required during arrival debrief.
Familiar with warranty programs.
Discuss applicable service bulletins, quotes, and flat rates as required by the Customer.
Adjust schedule as needed
Discuss credit terms and collect prepay or deposits, if applicable.
Define communications and discrepancy approval process with the Customer throughout visit.
Confirm Customers schedule and verifies Customer information in database.
Provide schedule estimate update to the Customer.
Communicates initial service order and work scope to Lead and Technical Service Manager after Customer debrief.
Obtain Customer approval for any additional work to be performed on the aircraft and communicates changes to Technical Service Manager
Reports exceptions in work progress affecting schedule commitments and cost of maintenance to the Technical Service Manager
Actively seeks upselling opportunities in the areas of maintenance, parts, warranty and other associated programs that provide value to the customer.
Markets Service Center capabilities to new and existing customers. Fosters a positive relationship between the customer and the Textron Aviation service network
In conjunction with Finance, reviews program coverage and pricing. Build, review and approve or change preliminary invoice
Responsible for communicating safety expectations of the Service Center.
Conduct departure debrief with customer: Review terms, discuss completed work, and address any deferred discrepancies.
Provide an invoice and collect payment, as applicable.
Post-delivery follow-up with Customer:
Assures that open issues involving parts, return maintenance, or billing issues are resolved.
Addresses Maintenance Visit Performance Evaluation issues with the Service Team Leader
Provide guidance and mentorship to peers as needed, including but not limited to:
Ensuring CSMs who trasition to the service center receive adequate training on the systems that interface with the customer
Oversee customer disputes and ensure that we are addressing in a reasonable timeframe.
Ensure all CSMs are aware of changes in the iMRO System, process changes, or new initiatives being championed by leadership.
Provide General Manager with financial updates to include
Generation and accuracy of the Bill Stat
Analysis and feedback on previous workorders for financial impact.
Qualifications
EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:
One or more of the below education and experience combinations is required:
2 years of relative aircraft maintenance experience. A&P license or 2 year technical degree.
4 years of relative aircraft maintenance experience
Bachelors degree in Aviation or related field
QUALIFICATIONS:
Interpersonal savvy, ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships
Ability to anticipate and address customer needs
Excellent written and verbal communication
Possesses good organization and time management skills
Attention to detail, goal oriented
Ability to prioritize and manage time sensitive responsibilities
Highly motivated
Ability to work in team environment
Maintenance experience preferred
Conflict resolution
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Kansas Tax Credit:
Join Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Visit https://www.aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit.
EEO Statement
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recruiting Company: Textron Aviation
Primary Location: US-Kansas-Wichita
Job Function: Flight Operations
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Standard
Shift: First Shift
Travel: No
Job Posting: 06/25/2025, 2:03:49 PM
Job Number: 333095
