Aviation Maintenance Lead - A&P

Premier Jet Center FCM; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HSA and flexible spending programs

Life and Accidental Death & Dismember.

Long-Term Disability insurance (100%)

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and

Wellness Program

Job summary

Premier Jet Center is seeking an Aviation Maintenance Lead - A&P at Flying Cloud Airport, Eden Prairie, MN. The role requires a current A&P license, 3+ years of experience, and the ability to mentor junior technicians while ensuring high-quality inspections and maintenance.

You will lead troubleshooting, AD/Bulletin compliance, and record-keeping, while coordinating with the Director of Maintenance and other teams. FAA safety rules apply and on-call duties may be required.

Qualifications

• A&P license is required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience required.
• Flight Safety International or similar training preferred.
• Strong communication with customers and coworkers.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Previous project leadership preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Thorough knowledge of FARs 43, 91, 135 and 145.
• Must have minimum tooling to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Performs high quality inspections, servicing and maintenance on airframe systems including 100 hour/annual/phase inspections.
• Completes testing, adjusting, repairing and related maintenance tasks.
• Troubleshoots, fits and installs complex structural assemblies.
• Uses technical data and follows instructions; orders parts as needed.
• Prepares documentation for FAA-compliant records (work orders, training logs).
• Leads quality checks, inspector role, and corrective actions.
• Oversees work on assigned aircraft and mentors junior technicians.
• Shares knowledge OTJ to develop the team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Education

Current A&P License

Flight Safety International training (preferred)

Job description

Position Title:Aviation Maintenance Lead - A&P

Position Reports to: Director of Maintenance

Location: Flying Cloud Airport - Eden Prairie, MN

Primary Operational Objectives:

As an Aviation Maintenance Lead - A&P you will be looked upon to demonstrate a high level of technical aptitude and aircraft system knowledge on a variety of aircraft models. This position also serves as a mentor to other Technicians with less experience by providing guidance and sharing their knowledge through on-the-job-training.

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs high quality inspections, servicing and maintenance on airframe systems and components including but not limited to 100 hour/annual/phase type inspections.
• Completes testing, adjusting, repairing and other general tasked related to the maintenance and repair of airframe systems and components.
• Performs troubleshooting, fitting and installation on complex structural assemblies.
• Researches and uses appropriate technical data and follows verbal instructions when accomplishing assigned maintenance tasks.
• Orders general and aircraft parts, as needed.
• Prepares and completes appropriate documentation for record keeping purposes, as required by the Company policy & FAA regulations (i.e. work orders, personal training logs, etc.)
• Properly uses hand tools in a timely, clean, safe and professional manner with minimal rework.
• Willingness to work overtime on occasion and handle on-call duty requirements
• Responsible to follow and comply with all aviation safety rules and regulations
• Must be able to work scheduled hours as assigned by your supervisor.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by your supervisor.
• This is a safety sensitive position which requires pre-employment and random drug & alcohol testing to be completed as required by the FAA.

Lead Essential Job Functions:

• Demonstrates proficiency of PJC work order system by completing accurate and timely discrepancies and corrective action statements, Service Bulletins and Airworthiness Directives (AD) Compliance statements, final inspection, closing of squawks and closing of work orders.
• Makes sound technical decisions when functioning as a Qualified Inspector (QI).
• Proposes and seeks approval for alternate installation and fabrication processes as needed to complete the task to the highest degree of quality and efficiency.
• Checks all mechanical components prior to installation to prevent damage.
• Fully analyzes all required blueprints, drawings, work orders and sketches to properly troubleshoot, repair and/or install desired product or part.
• Detect errors and properly correct through departmental channels.
• Accurately estimates hours and materials for scheduled jobs.
• Responsible for oversight of work performed on assigned aircraft.
• Willingly and effectively shares knowledge and capabilities with less experienced technicians through OTJ to foster their development, ensure accurate work and support of the team’s goals.

Qualifications:

• Current A&P License is required
• Minimum three years’ experience required
• Flight Safety International or similar formal training is preferred.
• Strong communication skills with both customers and co-workers
• Ability to work independently and as a Team Member
• Previous experience leading projects is preferred.
• Well-developed trouble shooting skills
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of FAR’s 43, 91, 135 and 145.
• Must possess minimum tooling required to perform duties as assigned.

Physical Demands:

• Lift/carry up to 50 lbs. routinely and up to 100 lbs. occasionally.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, lifting, pulling and pushing
• Frequent work in small places, extreme temperatures and heights above six feet.
• Ability to work with toxic chemicals, fumes and loud noises with proper protection.

What We Offer:

• HSA and flexible spending programs
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance (100% Company Paid)
• Long-Term Disability insurance (100% Company Paid)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Wellness Program

Premier Jet Center has a Drug Free Workplace Policy which includes applicants passing pre-employment testing. Applicants testing positive for the presence of prohibited drugs are ineligible for employment. FAA and DOT applicants who become employees of Premier Jet Center will also be subject to random, reasonable cause, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident testing.

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