Aircraft Maintenance Crew Chief

Prattwhitney; East Granby (CT); On-site; USD 86,800 - 165,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance plan

Three weeks vacation

Job summary

Prattwhitney is looking for a Crew Chief, Aircraft Maintenance to manage and oversee all maintenance and repair activities for RTFlight aircraft in East Granby, Connecticut. This role includes ensuring high availability and airworthiness while adhering to all relevant regulations.

The ideal candidate will have a university degree or extensive relevant experience, along with a valid A&P Certificate. The position offers competitive benefits, including medical insurance and a generous 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• University degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or an advanced degree with 3 years; or 9 years of relevant experience.
• Valid A&P Certificate.
• Knowledge of Flight Operations Manual, CFRs, and aircraft maintenance standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance.
• Ensure documentation compliance.
• Plan and implement effective maintenance procedures.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

Compliance with FAA regulations

Documentation management

Budget management

Education

University degree or minimum 5 years relevant experience

Valid A&P Certificate

Job description

Overview

Date Posted: 2026-05-06

Location: 200 Signature Way, GRANBY, CT, USA. Position: Crew Chief, Aircraft Maintenance (Onsite).

The role reports to the Maintenance Manager and is responsible for planning, managing and overseeing all maintenance, repair, modification, inspection and record‑keeping activities for RTFlight aircraft to assure high availability and airworthiness.

Position requires authorized work in the U.S.; no immigration sponsorship is provided.

Responsibilities

• Manage and perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance, supporting RTFlight missions and handling departure and arrival activities.
• Plan, implement and maintain effective procedures, policies and systems for scheduling and maintenance.
• Ensure accurate, current and complete documentation, including records, inspection programs and maintenance manuals.
• Adhere to RTFlight standards and cost‑control requirements, performing maintenance in accordance with schedules and commitments.
• Oversee off‑site major repair and overhaul projects, ensuring compliance with RTFlight standards and FAA regulations.
• Perform on‑site inspection, maintenance, repair, modification and testing of RTFlight aircraft and component equipment, including electronic navigation devices, hydraulic systems and gas turbine engines.
• Maintain expertise on all RTFlight aircraft and focus on one airframe type for additional duties and training.
• Handle inspection packages, due lists, logbook entries, audits and research.
• Establish priorities and coordinate with RTFlight supporting departments or contractors to keep aircraft airworthy and facilities properly maintained, including passenger accommodations and hangar housekeeping.
• Maintain adequate supplies of tools, parts, components and consumables necessary for servicing and maintenance of assigned aircraft.
• Manage aircraft maintenance costs, integrating operating and capital budgets; support financial planning for maintenance and facilities operations.
• Prepare estimates of labor and material costs for future work, including downtime needs, and provide scheduling input with Maintenance Managers.
• Manage general facilities maintenance, housekeeping and oversight of RTX Environmental Health and Safety policies within RTFlight leased or owned properties.
• Order parts, components, tools, consumables and supplies; validate account assignments and pre‑approve vendor billings.
• Manage spares inventory for aircraft, including ordering, documentation completion and receiving inspections.
• Ensure all activities comply with RTFlight Quality Management System, ISBAO procedures and Raytheon Technologies and government guidelines.
• Travel worldwide without restriction, up to 10% of time.

Qualifications

• University degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or an advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years; or, in lieu of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience.
• Valid A&P Certificate.
• Knowledge of Flight Operations Manual, CFRs and aircraft maintenance standards.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Three weeks vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and separate retirement contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student loan repayment program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional pet, home and auto insurance and additional personal coverages.
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
• Ovia Health fertility and family planning.
• Adoption assistance.
• Autism benefit.
• Employee assistance plan with free counseling sessions.
• Healthy You incentives and wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand virtual visits.
• Bright Horizons child and elder care services.
• Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program.

Application and Compensation

Salary range: USD 86,800 – 165,200. RTX considers experience, education, role function, and other factors when offering compensation. The position is U.S.-based; the pay structure and benefits apply to U.S. territories as well.

The application window is approximately 40 days from posting, but the duration may change based on business needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act and the Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.