Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician - 1043

About the role

This position requires minimal supervision and will lead small groups in daily tasks. These techs are subject matter experts and demonstrate a wide and comprehensive knowledge of the job.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team to complete the necessary jobs/tasks.
• Use good judgement in handling day-to-day tasks, and know when to involve your manager.
• Look for opportunities (within your area of responsibility) to reduce turn time of aircraft.
• Help to train/mentor those technicians assigned to your projects.
• Supervise team members in daily work load.
• Schedule and work quality are essential in these functions, as is showing excellent drive and initiative.
• Perform general mechanical functions on aircraft and related systems.
• Troubleshoot and evaluate systems on the aircraft when designated.
• Inspect and evaluate the aircraft and components when designated.
• Aircraft movement, performance runs and taxiing when required.
• Maintain shop facility, equipment and tooling to support operations.
• Work with customer in project management, pricing and customer support roles.
• Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

Requirements

• A High school diploma or equivalent and Airframe and Powerplant License are required.
• A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not mandatory.
• Aircraft specific factory training is preferred.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in aviation maintenance preferred.
• 4+ years in program specific airframes.

Skills

• Highly analytical.
• Inquiring.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Technical orientation.
• Leadership skills.
• Teamwork.
• Communication skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage with Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Life Insurance, Disability Benefits & Supplemental Benefits.
• 401(k) Plan with Employee Contributions & Employer Match.
• Paid Company Holidays & Weekly Paid Time Off Accruals.
• Flexible Work Schedules.
• Discretionary Bonus Opportunity based on Company and Site Performance.
• Internal Mobility & Career Advancement opportunities.

Pay

The hourly rate for this position generally ranges between $38.00 - $69.00. Actual hourly rate will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience and performance.

Schedule

Weekly Competitive & Industry Leading Pay means you are paid more often.