Lead A&P Mechanic

Socket.dev; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 78,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

401K

Job summary

Atlas Air Worldwide is seeking an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technician to inspect, modify, and repair aircraft at our maintenance base. You will troubleshoot discrepancies, lead mechanics on advanced tasks, and ensure proper documentation prior to departure.

The role requires an FAA A&P certificate, transport-category maintenance experience, and strong reading of blueprints and technical orders. Excellent English communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate required.
• Experience with transport category aircraft maintenance desired.
• Formal training on advanced systems/avionics preferred.
• Proficient reading/writing and fluent English required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, modify and repair aircraft at the maintenance base.
• Troubleshoot discrepancies and perform repairs.
• Lead mechanics on advanced tasks and coordinate materials/tools.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and technical orders.
• Schedule manpower to cover maintenance and inspections.
• Ensure FAA procedures and documentation are completed before departure.
• Act as shift manager and coordinate daily tasks.
• Assist other departments to ensure on-time departure of aircraft.

Skills

Attention to detail

English fluency

Problem solving

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

FAA A&P Certificate

Formal avionics training

Job description

Join Atlas Air Worldwide. Move the World with Us!

At Atlas Air Worldwide, we’re not just an airline, we’re a global engine powering cargo, passenger, and leasing operations across more than 70 countries. As a leader in outsourced aviation logistics, we’re built on a foundation of safety, service excellence, integrity, innovation, teamwork, and responsibility. With over 30 years of history, a modern all-Boeing fleet, and nearly 5,000 teammates collaborating across operations, technical, and corporate functions, we’re driven by purpose.

If you're ready to grow, innovate, and help us deliver excellence every single day, you belong here.

Position Summary:

Inspect, modify and repair aircraft at the maintenance base. Troubleshoots technical discrepancies and executes repairs of company aircraft. Leads and guides mechanics on advanced tasks. Proficient in the use of electronic test equipment, voltage/amperage measuring, recording devices and navigation of troubleshooting equipment. Coordinates materials and tooling requirements for projected work. Schedules manpower to cover aircraft maintenance and inspections.

Values and Behavioral Standards:

To ensure the effective communication and application of company values and behavioral standards, as stated in our company "Code of Conduct" policy, and to respond appropriately in the event of any known departure.

Major Job Accountabilities:

• Troubleshoot technical discrepancies and execute repair of company aircraft
• Accomplish aircraft inspections per company procedures
• Proficient in use of electronic test equipment, voltage or amperage measuring, recording devices and navigation troubleshooting equipment
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, schematics and technical orders
• Inspect and assist in maintenance of company equipment and tooling
• Work as a member of a team that will interface with contract maintenance personnel
• Follow safety measures, good shop practices and cleanliness standards
• Communicate discrepancies to Maintenance Control department found during inspections and follow directions to troubleshoot and repair faulty conditions
• Ensure that all aircraft documentation is completed accurately per company and FAA procedures prior to aircraft departure
• Leads and guides mechanics on advanced tasks
• Organize daily tasks and coordinate inspections/repair of aircraft
• Coordinate materials and tooling requirements for projected work for entire shift
• Act as shift manager as required
• Schedule manpower to cover aircraft maintenance and inspections
• Perform Manual and Aircraft parts inventories as required
• Assist other company departments to ensure on-time departure of company aircraft
• Additional duties assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
• Experienced transport category aircraft maintenance experience
• Formal training on advanced systems/avionics
• Must be able to read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft software and in use of digital manuals
• Strong work ethic and organizational skills
• Must be able to work in variable weather conditions
• Able to work rotating schedules to include weekends, nights and holidays
• Must possess valid passport or State issued driver’s license and may travel occasionally for AOG recovery and special projects when requested

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship or employer immigration support either now or in the future.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to afford equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, place of birth, age, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable in accordance with federal, state and local laws.

If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law document by clicking "EEO Is The Law" .

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Competitive compensation will be offered based on a variety of factors, including a candidate's experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity and other factors. In addition, a range of benefits to include medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, as well as generous paid time off, and 401K contributions are offered as a part of the total compensation package.

Pay Range: $77,500 - $110,500 USD

At Atlas Air Worldwide, we believe in the power of people, the promise of innovation, and the responsibility we hold to each other, to our customers, and to the planet. Join us and be part of a team that lifts more than cargo; we lift ambition.