Lead Aircraft Technician - FAA IA, Sign-On Bonus

V2X, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Life insurance/AD&D

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Learning and development resources

Employee assistance resources

Job summary

V2X, Inc. is seeking a lead aircraft mechanic to perform required maintenance on a range of aircraft, ensuring FAA compliance and safety standards. The role requires an FAA A&P with IA, seven years of lead experience, and TS clearance.

You will work in an aircraft hangar environment, with a broad set of responsibilities including inspections, repairs, and documentation. A valid state driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; two-year trade school or military training is required.
• Must hold FAA A&P certificate & IA; provide proof on request.
• Minimum seven years as Lead Mechanic with hands-on experience.
• 1 year on Beechcraft King Air, Cessna Caravan 208, Cessna Stationair 206, Cessna Skylane 182, or Pilatus PC-12 NGX.
• Must be able to read and interpret safety and maintenance documents; log entries properly.
• Must have DoD Top Secret clearance eligibility and a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with FAA regulations and safety standards.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance, inspections and repairs.
• Execute conditional, annual, and phase inspections as required.
• Manage maintenance tasks across various aircraft and systems.
• Support ground handling, fuel, and hazardous materials procedures.

Skills

Lead mechanic

FAA A&P

IA certificate

Top Secret clearance

King Air experience

Aircraft maintenance

Hand tools

Safety rules

Education

High School or GED

Two-year technical trade school / military

Tools

RADS

MicroVib

Zing balance

Sheet metal brake

Rotor balancing equip

Job description

V2X, Inc. is seeking a lead aircraft mechanic to perform required maintenance on a range of aircraft, ensuring FAA compliance and safety standards. The role requires an FAA A&P with IA, seven years of lead experience, and TS clearance.

You will work in an aircraft hangar environment, with a broad set of responsibilities including inspections, repairs, and documentation. A valid state driver’s license is required.