Lead A&P Mechanic

Total Aviation Staffing, LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan with company 
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Job summary

Total Aviation Staffing, LLC is seeking an experienced Lead A&P Mechanic for an MRO at Gwinnett County Airport (LZU) in Atlanta, GA. You will lead maintenance projects, oversee repairs, and ensure compliance with safety and FAA regulations.

Ideal candidates have extensive turbine aircraft experience, including Citation airframes, and will supervise daily shop operations while coordinating with the Director of Maintenance. This on-site role offers growth into senior leadership.

Qualifications

• FAA A&P license required.
• 12–15 years of experience in turbine aircraft maintenance.
• Run-qualified on Citation airframe.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Own the necessary tools and pass FAA/DOT pre-employment screening.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance workflows and oversee inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on Citation aircraft.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on other turbine aircraft as required.
• Ensure aircraft are returned to service in accordance with FAA regulations and complete all necessary maintenance documentation.
• Assist with aircraft troubleshooting, technical evaluations, repairs, and fueling operations.
• Prepare, organize, and submit documentation to support the Return to Service process.
• Work closely with the Director of Maintenance to maintain an organized shop environment and coordinate daily operations.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Troubleshooting

Aircraft systems repair

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Lead A&P Mechanic to join an innovative MRO operation at Gwinnett County Airport (LZU) in Atlanta, GA. This role is ideal for an aviation maintenance professional with extensive turbine aircraft experience and specialized knowledge of Citation aircraft.

As a key member of the maintenance team, you will lead maintenance projects, oversee aircraft repairs, and help maintain the highest standards of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a leadership role in a growing maintenance operation while contributing to reliable and efficient aircraft operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance workflows and oversee inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on Citation aircraft.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on other turbine aircraft as required.
• Ensure aircraft are returned to service in accordance with FAA regulations and complete all necessary maintenance documentation.
• Assist with aircraft troubleshooting, technical evaluations, repairs, and fueling operations.
• Prepare, organize, and submit documentation to support the Return to Service process.
• Work closely with the Director of Maintenance to maintain an organized shop environment and coordinate daily operations.

Requirements

• Hold a valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License.
• Have 12–15 years of experience in turbine aircraft maintenance.
• Be run-qualified on the Citation airframe.
• Demonstrate strong organizational, multitasking, and project management skills.
• Possess solid troubleshooting and aircraft systems repair capabilities.
• Be authorized to work in the United States.
• Own the necessary tools and successfully pass FAA/DOT pre-employment screening.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience maintaining King Air and Citation aircraft.
• Previous experience in a supervisory or crew lead role.
• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates.
• Referral bonuses for new MRO clients.
• Comprehensive health insurance and paid time off.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Opportunities for career advancement into senior leadership positions.
• Flexible scheduling with no third-shift work required.