DAS Engineering Lead - 1387

About the role

This position requires expert knowledge in the department you will be leading. It includes varying amounts of removal, installation, understanding repair drawings, inspection of aircraft components, work order processing, log book entries, FAA Forms and general aircraft knowledge. Supervision of the team and direction of project flow will be a primary function.

Responsibilities

• Compose repairs for components utilizing proper manuals and references to be approved by an FAA DER.
• Work with outside customers with external engineering needs.
• Identify department equipment, subscription, and talent needs to hit department goal.
• Aircraft Landing Gear or Powerplant experience preferred.
• Work independently on projects and lead multiple projects as assigned.
• Schedule and work quality are essential in these functions, as is showing excellent drive and initiative.
• Work with Production Control Coordinator and Department leads in project management, pricing and customer support roles.
• Lead the team to complete the necessary jobs.
• Includes using good judgement in handling day-to-day tasks, and knowing when to involve your supervisor.
• Implement a strong turn-over at the end of every shift.
• Look for opportunities (within your area of responsibility) to reduce turn time of aircraft.
• Grow the shift into the future.
• Train/mentor your employees.
• Supervise team members in daily work and project management for completion of projects.
• Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English.

Qualifications

• Your Education: A High school diploma or equivalent.
• Your Experience: 5+ year’s prior experience aircraft maintenance to include involvement in supervision of four or more team members. An advanced knowledge of FAA paperwork, work orders and use of Corridor systems.
• Your Initiative: Self-motivated and able to perform in a fast-paced environment where working under specific deadlines and time constraints will be common.

Skills

• Understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines.
• Troubleshoot or evaluate system operation.
• Work with others in a professional manner.
• Career management skills.
• Team management skills.

Benefits

Varied positions in and around the aircraft. Equipment Used: Personal hand tools supplied by the mechanic. Pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical equipment. Jacks, stands, lifts and other support devices. Tugs, power carts and other engine powered equipment. Personal computer and work order prints.

Pay

N/A

Schedule

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Locations & Lifestyle

The majority of work will be accomplished in a hangar environment which can include very hot or very cold temperatures Work outside during aircraft runs will occur. Varied positions in and around the aircraft.