Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician & Technical Mentor

Akima; Anchorage (AK); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Pegasus Aviation Services, an Akima company, seeks an AMT Lead to perform advanced aircraft maintenance, provide technical leadership, training, and coordination for Aircraft Maintenance Technicians at our Anchorage, AK facility.

You will oversee safe, compliant maintenance under FAA regulations, review documents, assign tasks, mentor junior AMTs, and ensure quality and reliability on B777, B747, B737, B767, and Airbus A319/A320/A321 programs.

Qualifications

• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License required.
• Minimum 3–5 years of aircraft maintenance experience preferred.
• Previous lead, crew lead, or supervisory experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment with tight time constraints.
• Must be willing to work nights, weekends, holidays, and varying schedules.
• Must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain airport security badging, including TSA fingerprint-based criminal history records check and pre-employment drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft transit inspections and identify maintenance discrepancies.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose aircraft mechanical and electrical systems.
• Perform removal and replacement of defective components and conduct operational checks.
• Conduct aircraft system testing to ensure proper functionality prior to return to service.
• Interpret technical manuals, engineering drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Operate tools, power equipment, and ground support equipment required to perform maintenance.
• Complete all required maintenance documentation accurately and in accordance with FAA regulations and company procedures.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to Aircraft Maintenance Technicians during maintenance operations.
• Train, mentor, and coach junior AMTs on maintenance procedures, troubleshooting techniques, and safety standards.
• Assist in the development of training materials and onboarding processes for new technicians.
• Assign and prioritize daily maintenance tasks to ensure efficient workflow and timely aircraft servicing.
• Review and approve technician time records in accordance with company policy.
• Monitor maintenance activities to ensure compliance with FAA regulations, company policies, and safety standards.
• Serve as the primary technical resource for troubleshooting complex maintenance issues.
• Review maintenance documentation and logbook entries for accuracy and completeness.
• Communicate operational status, delays, or maintenance concerns to the Maintenance Duty Manager.
• Assist in coordinating manpower and workload distribution during operational periods.
• Promote a strong safety culture and adherence to company safety programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Manager.

Job description

Pegasus Aviation Services, an Akima company, seeks an AMT Lead to perform advanced aircraft maintenance, provide technical leadership, training, and coordination for Aircraft Maintenance Technicians at our Anchorage, AK facility.

You will oversee safe, compliant maintenance under FAA regulations, review documents, assign tasks, mentor junior AMTs, and ensure quality and reliability on B777, B747, B737, B767, and Airbus A319/A320/A321 programs.