Asset and Lease Manager
Chicago, IL
JSSI Parts & Leasing – Planning and Leases /
Full-time /
On-site
About JSSI
For more than 35 years, Jet Support Services, Inc. (JSSI) has been the leading independent provider of maintenance support, advisory services, software, and financial tools to the business aviation industry. With 6,000+ aircraft supported by maintenance programs and software platforms, JSSI leverages this wealth of data, scale, and innovation to drive cost savings and provide custom solutions that align to the interests of each client, regardless of make or model. Learn more at jetsupport.com.
JSSI products and services include:
Maintenance Programs. Hourly Cost Maintenance Programs to stabilize maintenance budgets, maximize aircraft availability and enhance residual value.
Parts & Leasing. Experienced product line specialized team who leverages our All-OEM inventory and global vendor relationships and go beyond parts sourcing to find optimal customer solutions.
Software: Traxxall and Conklin & de Decker. Powerful data platforms to help you make more informed decisions, from choosing the right aircraft to tracking your maintenance, inventory, and MRO projects.
Advisory Services. Objective insights and independent technical advice from a global team of technical advisors and ASA-accredited appraisers for virtually any business jet, turboprop or helicopter.
Aviation Capital. Customized asset-based finance solutions for business aviation.
Overview:
This position plays a critical role in the operational and strategic success of JSSI’s maintenance activities. Reporting directly to the Director of Planning and Leases – JPL, the Manager will be responsible for the administration and optimization of all rental assets related to engines and auxiliary power units (APUs). This role will also ensure all rental assets are effectively managed, aligned with JSSI’s operational goals, and optimized for maximum revenue. This includes close coordination with various departments including Planning, Legal, Risk Management, Sales, Operations, Finance, and Shipping.
Key Responsibilities:
- Asset Administration: Ensure all assets are properly managed in coordination with Product Line Specialists (PLS) and Accounting. Assets must be accurately classified as available for lease or other use, based on business needs. Confirm that all active leases have the appropriate documentation in place from legal, operational, and insurance perspectives.
- Event Management: Oversee all processes related to events (lease or repair), ensuring compliance, mitigating risks, and delivering first-class service to customers.
- Maintenance Coordination & Tracking: Ensure all assets are properly enrolled and maintained in JSSI’s maintenance tracking system, Traxxall. Monitor green time remaining for all rental assets. Coordinate major inspections and plan events to minimize turnaround time (TAT). Repairs should be strategically executed and aligned with JSSI’s valuation standards.
- Asset Scheduling & Oversight: Develop and maintain a comprehensive schedule for all assets. Serve as the “Champion User” for current and future software tools used to manage rental assets and support integration with internal systems. Ensure the schedule is regularly updated and shared with relevant teams.
- Asset Purchasing: In coordination with JSSI’s Operations team, identify and flag asset acquisition opportunities based on operational requirements and current market conditions.
- Strategic Planning for JSSI Maintenance Events: Support core maintenance operations by collaborating with the PLS team to effectively allocate and schedule assets for major events. Ensure processes are efficient, documented, and clearly communicated to customers.
- Revenue Optimization through Third-Party Leasing: Maximize revenue from rental assets by marketing available units for third-party leases when not needed internally. Close coordination with JPL and JSSI Sales teams is critical for success.
Desired Credentials:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience in Asset Administration, Maintenance Coordination and Revenue Optimization through Third Party Leasing.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, CRM software (Salesforce preferred), Oracle and SAP.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of organization.
- Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
At JSSI, we are committed to rewarding our team members with competitive and comprehensive compensation packages that reflect their contributions and talent.
For this role, the annual base pay generally ranges from $90,000 to $110,000, with the final offer determined by variable factors including but not limited to market location, job-specific knowledge, skills, education, and experience. In addition, your total rewards package may include an annual discretionary bonus plan, incentive or sales bonus plan, or other form of additional compensation, based on your role.
Additionally, for full-time employees based in the USA, Canada, or the Philippines, we are proud to offer a robust suite of benefits. This ranges from insurance offerings such as medical, dental, vision, retirement savings programs, among others, starting day one of employment. For a full overview of our offerings, visit the JSSI Benefits Page on our company website.
JSSI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law.
JSSI does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers or Recruiting Team.
