Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician - 1185

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 and repair 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.
• Critical mind.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Technical orientation.
• Good judgement.
• Effective communication.
• Teamwork.
• Leadership.
• Project management.
• Customer service.

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 $40.00 - $50.00. 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

Additional compensation in the form of a shift differential will be provided if the employee is assigned to an alternate shift.