Lead A&P Mechanic - ORD

Atlas Air, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 97,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced aircraft maintenance professional to join their team. This role involves inspecting, modifying, and repairing aircraft while leading a team of mechanics. You'll troubleshoot technical discrepancies, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. The position offers competitive compensation and relocation assistance, making it an ideal opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in aviation maintenance. Join a company that values your skills and provides a supportive work environment where your contributions make a real impact.

Qualifications

• Experienced in aircraft maintenance and troubleshooting technical discrepancies.
• Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and repair aircraft, ensuring compliance with company and FAA standards.
• Lead and guide mechanics on advanced tasks and coordinate inspections.

Skills

Aircraft Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate

Tools

Electronic Test Equipment

Microsoft Software

Job description

Overview

Must be able to relocate to the Illinois area. Relocation assistance offered.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Onsite role at Chicago Ohare

Salary Range: $97,000- $131,000

Financial offer within the stated range will be based on multiple factors to include but not limited to location, relevant experience/level and skillset.

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