Crew Chief - INT-MRO

Signature Aviation plc; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Aviation Supervisor to lead a team of technicians in maintaining and repairing aircraft. This role involves direct supervision, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and coordinating maintenance schedules. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record in aviation. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to the safety and efficiency of aircraft operations, making a significant impact in the aviation industry.

Qualifications

• Must have A&P license or related Repairman license.
• Minimum of 6-10 years relevant aviation experience required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise A&P, Avionics, and Interior Technicians.
• Ensure maintenance schedules are met and records maintained.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Technical Communication

Problem-solving

Team Leadership

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Aviation Associates Degree

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

Responsibilities

1. Directly supervises A&P Technicians, and/or Avionics Technicians, and/or Interior Technicians. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
2. Ensures that maintenance schedules are met by coordinating the optimum mix of manpower, equipment, shop space, material availability, and technical data.
3. Assigns and supervises the work of technicians; assists in problem cases as required.
4. Ensures that aircraft and operation records are maintained in accordance with FAA regulations and Company procedures.
5. Instructs assigned personnel in all applicable safety regulations; monitors to ensure compliance.
6. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of new aircraft systems, methods, and maintenance equipment.
7. Frequently coordinates with customer representatives and other departments.
8. Responsible for assisting with invoicing and related tasks.
9. Interprets company policies to workers and enforces safety regulations.
10. Assist and train other technicians in repair of systems, structures, flight control and engine rigging when needed.
11. Creates estimates for customer approval.
12. Acts as direct supervisors/managers back up and assumes responsibilities.
13. Comply with the Location’s attendance/tardiness standards.
14. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

1. Must have A&P license (or Repairman related to position for Avionics and/or Interiors).
2. High school diploma or equivalent.
3. Must have a minimum of 6-10 years of relevant aviation experience.
4. Must be an experienced Crew Chief, and/or aviation training/time served in similar roles. This training may take the form of military training, aeronautical academy, or technical school training, and/or an Aviation Associates Degree.
5. Previous general aviation experience required.
6. Must have proven mechanical and technical aptitude.
7. Must have proven experience using a variety of hand and power tools.
8. Well-developed written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills to give technical advice and to work with personnel from other departments to advise management on matters affecting the assigned work.
9. Must possess a valid state driver’s license.
10. Must have basic computer skills.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status.

Physical Requirements

1. Regularly walk, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear.
2. Frequently sit.
3. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
4. Read, write, and fluently speak and understand the English language.
5. Read and interpret safety rules, installation, operating and maintenance instructions and procedures.
6. Write defect and repair statements.
7. Perform simple math calculations and apply basic concepts of algebra and geometry.
8. Wear uniform and insignia as prescribed by the Company.
9. Report to work in a regular and timely manner.