Aviation Reclamation Lead — Lead Teardown & Safety

Ascent Aviation Services Corp.; Marana (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with Company Match

PTO - 3 weeks + 7 holidays

Disability & Life Insurance

Development and Career Growth

Job summary

Ascent Aviation Services is seeking a Reclamations Lead to guide our teardown operations, ensuring precise removal of aircraft components and adherence to safety and quality standards. The role requires leadership of mechanics and technicians across shifts, with strong focus on documentation and process discipline.

The position supports a 24/7 operation with various shifts. Experience in aircraft maintenance and the ability to read English are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1 year aircraft maintenance experience.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English, including following verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Lead aircraft teardown operations, including cleaning, removing, and cataloging aircraft components.
• Provide hands-on direction, training, and mentorship to mechanics and technicians while assigning daily work and maintaining productivity.
• Coordinate with Reclamation and Materials Supervisors to align with project milestones and turnaround times.
• Coordinate with Shipping Lead to label, package, palletize, and secure parts for shipment.
• Perform and oversee teardowns of structural, hydraulic, electrical, and powerplant systems.
• Interpret maintenance manuals, technical data, and specifications to guide reclamation activities.
• Ensure proper documentation, tagging, and reporting to Reclamation leadership and Production Control.
• Enforce safety, quality standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Act as backup to the Reclamation Supervisor as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Analytical skills

Supervisory experience

Operations policies

Arizona driver license

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ascent Aviation Services is seeking a Reclamations Lead to guide our teardown operations, ensuring precise removal of aircraft components and adherence to safety and quality standards. The role requires leadership of mechanics and technicians across shifts, with strong focus on documentation and process discipline.

The position supports a 24/7 operation with various shifts. Experience in aircraft maintenance and the ability to read English are essential for success.