King Air Supervisor

Yingling Aviation; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentives

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Growth opportunities

Team culture

Job summary

Yingling Aviation in Wichita, Kansas is seeking a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician to manage the inspection, repair, and servicing of airframes, powerplants, and components under FAA regulations.

This role combines high-level technical leadership with hands-on work to ensure safe, timely maintenance and exceptional customer satisfaction. A&P license and 5 years in aircraft maintenance are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years in aircraft maintenance required.
• Must possess and maintain a current and valid license.
• Must meet the requirements of Airport Authority to be receive a badge and have no ramp restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Direct and plan the work of mechanics by coordinating with Program Manager and Maintenance Leads.
• Assist team members in performing repairs on all aircraft systems, airframes, or engines per FAA and manufacturer specs.
• Perform repairs on all aircraft systems, airframes, or engines safely and per FAA/manufacturer specs.
• Maintain a professional demeanor with customers and ensure smooth operations.
• Own and maintain basic hand tools and test equipment.

Skills

English communication

Basic math

Reasoning ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

5 years in aircraft maintenance

A&P License

Job description

Join a team where every aircraft is a win, and every teammate makes a difference. Our boutique-style MRO is built on customer focus, employee empowerment, and hands-on excitement with every delivery. We are significantly investing in training to expand your skills, enhance your experience, and fast-track your career. If you're looking for more than a job, this is your hangar.

Become a part of the next big thing in MRO.

Leads a team of aircraft maintenance technicians in the inspection, repair, and servicing of airframes, powerplants, and components in compliance with FAA regulations and company policies. This role combines high-level technical ability with hands-on leadership to ensure safe, timely, and efficient aircraft maintenance operations.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Direct and plan the work of mechanics by coordinating with Program Manager and Maintenance Leads
• Assist other team members in performing all repairs, replacements, etc. on all aircraft systems, airframes, or engines in a safe and expeditious manner and within FAA, and or manufacturer’s specifications.
• Perform all repairs, replacements, etc. on all aircraft systems, airframes, or engines in a safe and expeditious manner and within FAA, and or manufacturer’s specifications.
• Assist team leaders and shop foreman in finding unsafe or potential problems to customer’s aircraft.
• Report errors and do repair as needed.
• Become familiar with all technical publications (maintenance manuals, parts catalogs, airworthiness directives, service bulletins, etc.) concerning aircraft maintained at this facility.
• Own and maintain basic hand tools and test equipment to perform assigned tasks.
• Work and communicate closely with other shop and office personnel to assure smooth transition of all customer aircraft.
• Become familiar and proficient with all shop test and maintenance gear.
• Maintain a professional demeanor towards all customers, be courteous, informative and sincere.
• Maintain a clean and neat work area. Help with other housekeeping duties as assigned.
• Provide backup to line personnel when they are moving aircraft in and out of the hangers.
• Other activities and projects as approved by the Program Manager.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work of the job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this position.

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years in aircraft maintenance required.
• Must possess and maintain a current and valid license.
• Must meet the requirements of Airport Authority to be receive a badge and have no ramp restrictions.

Communication Skills

Must be able to read and speak English. Must be able to communicate effectively with other personnel.

Mathematical Skills

Basic math skills.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Budget Responsibility

Assist department managers in maintaining a specified budget.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

A & P License

Computer Skills

Basic computer aptitude required.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
• Occasional periods of walking, sitting, rotation, bending, pushing, pulling, and reaching.
• Occasionally lifting up to 25 lbs, and frequently lifting up to 10 lbs.

Work Environment:

• Frequent exposure to general shop conditions, engine noise.
• Frequent exposure to aircraft exhaust, moving mechanical parts, lubricants, metals, and solvents.
• Frequent exposure to seasonal weather.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A dynamic, supportive team culture that values innovation and collaboration.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test.

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