Lead A&P Mechanic

Get My A&P; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Air Worldwide is seeking an experienced aircraft maintenance professional to inspect, modify and repair company aircraft at the maintenance base. You will troubleshoot technical discrepancies, lead mechanics on advanced tasks, and coordinate materials for scheduled work to ensure safe departures.

The role requires reading schematics, following FAA procedures, and coordinating across teams to maintain a reliable fleet. Shifts include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate.
• Experience with transport category aircraft maintenance.
• Formal training on advanced systems/avionics.
• Must be fluent in English (speaking, reading, writing).
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft software and digital manuals.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot technical discrepancies and execute repair of company aircraft.
• Accomplish aircraft inspections per company procedures.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, schematics and technical orders.
• Coordinate materials and tooling requirements for projected work.
• Schedule manpower to cover aircraft maintenance and inspections.
• Act as shift manager as required.
• Ensure all aircraft documentation is completed per FAA procedures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma

FAA A&P Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Digital manuals

Job description

About this role

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 the use of electronic test equipment, voltage/amperage measuring, recording devices and navigation of 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