Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician

About PSA

PSA Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of American Airlines, offers unparalleled opportunities for growth and professional development. We value teamwork and inclusivity and strive to create a safe, respectful, and happy work environment for our more than 5,500 team members. At PSA we are defining the standard in regional aviation by focusing on The PSA Standard—our foundation for operation. Through our six Winning Behaviors—safe and caring, customer-centric and quality-focused, dependable and ethical, fact-based, focused and flexible, on-time, and cost-conscious—our team members show up every day for our customers and each other.

Join our team to enjoy comprehensive benefits, including travel privileges on the American Airlines global network, so you can explore new destinations and create unforgettable memories with family and friends.

Responsibilities

The Lead Technician impacts PSA Airlines' business growth by coordinating the activities of the assigned maintenance department to minimize delays and increase production and efficiency.

• Plans, directs, layouts, and coordinates the activities of the assigned Maintenance Department.
• Trains and assists subordinates in proper procedures, methods, and practices to be followed in each respective duty.
• Maintains work areas, buildings, ground support equipment, and materials utilized for aircraft maintenance in safe, clean, and operable condition.
• Ensures the responsible mechanic properly executes all necessary work records.
• Properly coordinates between assigned maintenance personnel and the Inspection Department.
• Delegates duties of the Lead Technician without relieving overall responsibilities.
• Responsible for the Company’s Security and Safety Management System (SMS) and associated Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance outputs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• FAA Airframe and Powerplant certification.
• One year of experience on turbine-powered aircraft with maximum gross takeoff weight (MGTOW) of 12,500 lbs.
• Thorough knowledge of aircraft maintenance processes and ability to utilize applicable Manuals (GMM, AMM, FIM, Wiring diagrams, etc.).
• Run Taxi/Qualified (within 120 days) including AMA, if applicable.
• Competent in the use of required calibrated test equipment.
• In good company standing (STEP 1 violations considered).
• PSA Indoctrination training and General Familiarization (training qualifications accepted).
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Airworthiness Release Qualified within 90 days.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a U.S. Passport or equivalent within 90 days of starting position.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits, including travel privileges on the American Airlines global network.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, photocopiers, facsimile machines, and filing cabinets. While largely sedentary, the role frequently requires standing, walking, climbing stairs, lifting up to 25 lbs, using hands to handle or feel, and reaching with hands and arms.

All employees are required to pass a fingerprint-based criminal history records check (CHRC) per 49CFR1542.209 as well as a pre-employment drug screen.