Lead Aircraft Structural Technician/Inspector

Tom Wood Automotive; Fishers (IN); On-site; USD 48,216 - 59,236; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Vacation

Paid Holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k with Company Match

Life

Disability

Training

Tuition Reimbursement

Service Awards

Career Advancement

Wisely & DailyPay

Job summary

Tom Wood Aviation in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Lead Aircraft Technician/Inspector to join our team at the Indianapolis Metropolitan Airport. You will lead maintenance projects, mentor junior technicians, and ensure compliance with federal aviation regulations, company policies, and safety standards.

This role requires an A&P certification, 5+ years of maintenance experience, and strong troubleshooting skills.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Airframe & Powerplant Certification.
• 5+ years of experience in aircraft maintenance with leadership/supervisory roles.
• Extensive knowledge of aircraft electrical systems, regulations, and troubleshooting repairs.

Responsibilities

• Lead aircraft maintenance projects, ensuring timely and accurate completion of work.
• Serve as subject matter expert, troubleshooting complex system malfunctions.
• Coordinate with engineers, inspectors and flight crews to resolve mechanical issues.
• Conduct final inspections and return to service, completed work to verify compliance with all regulations.
• Train and mentor Level 1 and Level 2 technicians, promoting best practices and safety culture.
• Assist with developing and implementing new maintenance procedures and training programs.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving aviation technology and regulatory changes.
• Provide advanced tools for the position.

Skills

Leadership & supervision

Attention to detail

Aircraft electrical systems knowledge

Problem solving

Driver's license

Education

Airframe & Powerplant Certification

Job description

Tom Wood Aviation, in Indianapolis, IN is searching for a Lead Aircraft Technician/Inspector to become a reliable member of our team at the Indianapolis Metropolitan Airport. The ideal candidate has a keen attention to detail, high-quality workmanship, and ensures that all work complies with federal aviation regulations, company policies, and safety standards.

Pay

• $35.00–$43.00 hourly
• Up to $5,000 signing bonus offered, payable within 30 days of start date. Must remain employed for 12 months or bonus is repayable in full.

Responsibilities

• Lead aircraft maintenance projects, ensuring timely and accurate completion of work.
• Serve as subject matter expert, troubleshooting complex system malfunctions.
• Coordinate with engineers, inspectors and flight crews to resolve mechanical issues.
• Conduct final inspections and return to service, completed work to verify compliance with all regulations.
• Train and mentor Level 1 and Level 2 technicians, promoting best practices and safety culture.
• Assist with developing and implementing new maintenance procedures and training programs.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving aviation technology and regulatory changes.
• Provide advanced tools for the position.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Airframe & Powerplant Certification
• 5+ years of experience in aircraft maintenance, with leadership and supervisory experience.
• Extensive knowledge of aircraft electrical systems, regulations, and troubleshooting repairs.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with continuous improvement focus.
• MUST HAVE-Valid driver’s license with clean driving record

Benefits

• PTO & Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k with Company Match
• Life
• Disability
• Training
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Career Advancement
• Wisely & DailyPay

Tom Wood Group is an equal-opportunity employer.