Aviation Structural Team Lead Mechanic

Sterling Helicopter; Croydon (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in helicopter services is looking for a skilled Aviation Structural Aircraft Lead Mechanic. This role involves leading a team in the maintenance and repair of aircraft systems while ensuring compliance with safety protocols and FAA regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a commitment to high-quality standards. Join a company that values ethics and teamwork, where your expertise will contribute to the success of the organization. If you are ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role in aviation, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

100% Company Paid Medical Coverage

100% Company Paid Vision Coverage

50% Company Paid Dental Coverage

Flexible Spending Account

401k Retirement Plan with Match

Bi-annual Team Incentive Bonus

Paid Time Off

Work Uniforms Provided

Qualifications

• 5+ years in aviation sheet metal/composite work required.
• 3+ years of leadership experience in maintenance/modification settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance and repair of aircraft systems and components.
• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations and company policies.
• Conduct weekly meetings to assign work and deadlines.

Skills

Team Leadership

Safety Consciousness

Aviation Mechanics

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Education or Equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Founded in 1984, Sterling Helicopter is the most trusted name for world-class helicopter service. We provide Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul, Avionics, Sheetmetal/Structures, Component Repair and Overhaul, Spares department, Engineering and Manufacturing services at our facility located in Croydon, Pennsylvania.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled Aviation Structural Aircraft Lead Mechanic to join our team, responsible for the maintenance and repair of aircraft systems and components. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aviation mechanics, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. This role requires attention to detail, adherence to safety protocols, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of quality in all work performed.

• Commitment to company values and ethics
• Be a working lead, in that he/she will also be responsible for completing assigned jobs and meeting deadlines.
• Ensure that all work performed complies with applicable technical data, FAA regulations and Sterling Helicopter policies and procedures.
• Contribute to team efforts while collaborating with Maintenance Director to achieve maintenance planning goals.
• Coordinate activities of workers including assigning work duties for maximum utilization of manpower and analyzing and resolving work problems.
• Conduct weekly meetings to inform team members work assignments and deadlines
• Complete annual performance evaluations and manage disciplinary actions.
• Provide good leadership skills by coaching and developing continuous growth and talent within the organization.
• Coordinate with repair station inspectors for in process, final inspection and sign-off of completed tasks to manufacture specifications as well as FAA regulations.
• Assist (when necessary) with quoting inspections, and modifications.
• Provide and maintain professional and positive communication to customers regarding work order status.
• May travel to remote locations on occasion for emergency repairs or inspections.
• Must be available for nights or weekends if needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Excellent team leadership, employee motivation and safety consciousness skills
• Reads and interprets engineering blueprints, drawings, technical and structure repair manuals
• Proficiency in general computer use including MS Office software
• 3+-years leading people within a maintenance/modification setting.
• Aviation sheet metal/composite: 5 years (Required)
• Interpreting blueprints, drawings, and repair manual: 5 years (Required)
• High School education or equivalent
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Company Benefits:

• Major medical 100% company paid for single or family coverage. Buy-up medical plan optional, difference paid be EE.
• Vision coverage 100% company paid for single or family coverage.
• Dental coverage 50% company paid for single or family coverage.
• Flexible spending account (medical/dependent care)
• Life, Term, STD and LTD insurance (optional)
• 401k retirement with up to 4% match
• Bi-annual Team Incentive Bonus
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Work Uniforms provided

Additional Requirements:

• General computer and database system experience.