Aircraft Maintenance Lead Technician — Team Leader

PSA Airlines, Inc.; Vandalia (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel privileges on American Airlines

Job summary

PSA Airlines, Inc. is seeking a Lead Technician to coordinate the Maintenance Department and drive efficient aircraft service. The role directs maintenance teams and ensures quality, safety, and timely operations in a high-demand environment.

You will supervise up to 18 technicians, train staff, and coordinate with the Inspection Department while maintaining safe, compliant work records and work areas. This is a hands-on leadership position based in Ohio.

Qualifications

• FAA Airframe and Powerplant certification.
• One year of experience on turbine powered aircraft (MGTOW 12,500 lbs).
• Thorough knowledge of aircraft maintenance processes and manuals (GMM, AMM, FIM, Wiring diagrams).
• Run Taxi/Qualified within 120 days.
• Competent in calibrated test equipment.
• In good standing; PSA indoctrination and general familiarization.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Airworthiness Release Qualified within 90 days.
• Must possess or obtain a U.S. Passport within 90 days.
• Ability to speak/read/write in English; authorized to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, layouts and coordinates maintenance activities to minimize delays and increase production and efficiency.
• Lead technician supervises up to 18 employees.
• Trains subordinates in procedures and practices for duties.
• Maintains work areas, equipment, and materials in safe, operable condition.
• Ensures proper work records are completed by mechanics.
• Coordinates between maintenance personnel and the Inspection Department.
• Delegates tasks but retains overall responsibility.
• Incorporates Safety Risk Management outputs and Safety Assurance outputs.
• Oversees Security and SMS outputs.

Skills

FAA A&P certification

Turbine aircraft experience

Maintenance knowledge

Run Taxi/Qualified

Calibrated test equipment

English communication

US work authorization

Organizational skills

Airworthiness Release Qualified

Passport eligibility

Team leadership (up to 18)

Job description

PSA Airlines, Inc. is seeking a Lead Technician to coordinate the Maintenance Department and drive efficient aircraft service. The role directs maintenance teams and ensures quality, safety, and timely operations in a high-demand environment.

You will supervise up to 18 technicians, train staff, and coordinate with the Inspection Department while maintaining safe, compliant work records and work areas. This is a hands-on leadership position based in Ohio.