Avionics Lead Technician – 1st Shift

Kalitta Air, Llc; Michigan; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kalitta Air, Llc is seeking an Avionics Lead for the 1st shift in Oscoda, MI. The role involves leading a crew, assigning tasks, coordinating with supervisors, and ensuring compliant, safe maintenance per AMM and related data.

Required 2+ years in heavy aircraft avionics, with strong English communication skills. High school diploma with technical schooling preferred; FAA A&P license is a plus. Must be able to lift heavy items and work in a loud environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Heavy aircraft avionics systems.
• Demonstrated ability to perform duties as described in the job posting.
• Preferred FAA Airframe & Powerplant license, minimum of an Airframe license or repairman certificate.

Responsibilities

• Assign daily tasks and lead, direct, and oversee subordinate crew.
• Coordinate scheduling and task assignments with Supervisor/Foreman.
• Ensure productivity and quality meet standards; document maintenance discrepancies.
• Troubleshoot and assist in determining maintenance actions for discrepancies.
• Ensure maintenance actions are in compliance with AMM, SRM, CMMs, WDM, SBs, EAs, etc.; document actions.

Skills

Heavy aircraft avionics experience

English proficiency

Education

High school graduate

Some college/technical school

Job description

Kalitta Air, Llc is seeking an Avionics Lead for the 1st shift in Oscoda, MI. The role involves leading a crew, assigning tasks, coordinating with supervisors, and ensuring compliant, safe maintenance per AMM and related data.

Required 2+ years in heavy aircraft avionics, with strong English communication skills. High school diploma with technical schooling preferred; FAA A&P license is a plus. Must be able to lift heavy items and work in a loud environment.