Lead Avionics Technician

Job Summary

The Lead Avionics Technician works as part of an integrated team on specific aircraft projects. The integrated team consists of the Project Manager, Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor, and the Lead Mechanics. The Lead Avionics Technician is responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment, managing costs and delivering a quality aircraft/product on time. The Lead Avionics Technician prioritizes all work to be accomplished during a specific shift.

What We Offer

• Medical Insurance 100% Employer Paid
• Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with Employer Contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Education Reimbursement (related field)
• Employee Referral Program and Recognition Program
• Paid Holidays and 15 Paid Time-Off Days annually

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain and track budgets as set by Project Manager.
• Monitor and maintain attendance records of assigned crew.
• Audit and approved weekly work records of assigned work group.
• Ensure accountability to conduct themselves within the guidelines of company policies, work rules and regulatory regulation.
• Evaluate vacation requests against scheduling/manpower requirements and respond as needed.
• Communicate problem areas and resolve conflicts and discrepancies.
• Attend meetings as needed to discuss critical path areas, planned work, critical parts, and overall aircraft status.
• Interact with Planner to set and prioritize daily activities and set aircraft delivery schedule.

Process Duties

• Perform a daily area inspection to ensure a clean and safe working environment.
• Monitor confined space compliance.
• Maintain LOTO procedures for compliance.
• Ensure all IPM & FAA regulations are adhered to.
• Participate in aircraft investigations to help find root causes and develop corrective actions.
• Complete accident investigation and follow-up as needed.
• Perform periodic in-process audits of assigned crew.
• Monitor safety during work shift.
• Maintain detailed shift turnover with oncoming Lead Mechanic.

Technical Duties

• Process N/R's to provide an accurate estimate and suggested repair.
• Assign the proper manpower to perform work assignments.
• Monitor mechanics' progress and give guidance.
• Ensure technical training is provided to employees as needed.
• Inspect the work of mechanics prior to the quality control buybacks.
• Ensure mechanics are using current data to perform maintenance tasks.
• Ensure all required parts are ordered and tracked.
• Provides the project manager and business planner with accurate data and estimates and assists with the planning of the project.

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• A/P or Airframe Certified; preferred but not required.
• 3 to 5 Years’ experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Able to interpret technical data such as SRM, CMM, IPC, Drawings and Eos.