Lead AP Mechanic Hawker

StandardAero; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-Bonus and Relocation Assistance

Comprehensive Healthcare Insurance

401(k) with 5% company match

Paid Time Off from day one

Quarterly Bonus opportunities

Health & Dependents Care FSAs

Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life & AD&D Insurance

Career development and cross-training

Job summary

StandardAero is seeking a Lead A&P Mechanic for the 2nd shift to guide a Hawker maintenance crew. You will mentor technicians, pre-plan tasks, and ensure safety and quality on Textron Hawker aircraft. You’ll review work orders and manage resources while maintaining cost controls.

The role requires a licensed A&P with 5+ years of experience in Hawker heavy maintenance, and availability for 2nd shift with overtime. Join a team dedicated to excellence in a long-standing aerospace MRO leader.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a licensed A&P Mechanic.
• Minimum 2 years of heavy maintenance on Textron Hawker aircraft.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience in an MRO environment.
• Available to work 2nd shift with overtime as required.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a crew to ensure high performance and safety.
• Monitor hours charged to jobs to control costs and approve time.
• Appraise crew and manage salary/status changes and discipline.
• Pre-plan work scope and order parts as needed.
• Deploy resources and assign tasks efficiently.
• Utilize hand tools, precision instruments, gauges, and engine calibration equipment.
• Complete paperwork related to job orders and review for QA.
• Monitor progressive sign-offs to ensure task completion.
• Serve as technical expert on fleet types and perform hands-on maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

A&P Licensed

Hawker Experience

Crew Supervision

Heavy Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Lead A&P Mechanic, Hawker - 2nd Shift

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of!

Build your career with integrity by working at a company that doesn’t just treat you like a number. You’ll get the tools to do things right in a clean and safe work environment and the trust to fix any issue that comes your way. Our on-the-job training and team of experts mean you’ll be set up for success.

This 2nd Shift Lead Mechanic will serve on a team dedicated to Textron Hawker maintenance. This Team Lead will be responsible for covering the duties of the Crew Chief in their absence, as well as mentoring, scheduling, and developing a team of technicians and mechanics.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and supervise a crew to ensure high performance and adherence to safety standards.
• Monitor hours charged to jobs to assure cost control and approve technicians’ time on tasks.
• Appraise crew members and recommend salary and status changes, recognizing achievements and administering discipline when necessary.
• Pre-plan work scope and action plans for incoming jobs, including ordering parts as needed.
• Deploy resources and assign tasks to crew members efficiently.
• Uses hand tools, precision measuring instruments, gauges, and engine calibration test equipment.
• Implement all paperwork related to job orders and conduct a final review of work order documentation before submitting for quality assurance.
• Monitor progressive sign-offs to ensure all tasks are completed satisfactorily.
• Serve as a technical expert on assigned fleet types, performing hands-on maintenance as necessary.

Position Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a licensed A&P Mechanic
• Minimum 2 years of experience performing heavy maintenance on Textron Hawker aircraft
• Demonstrated leadership and/or supervisory experience in an MRO environment
• Must be available to work 2nd shift, with overtime as required
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Preferred Characteristics:

• 10+ years of experience as an A&P Mechanic
• Experience performing heavy maintenance on Hawker 400, 900, 4000.
• Proven ability to interact with and resolve customer concerns
• Experience in heavy and light maintenance, service bulletins, and troubleshooting
• Strong team-building, coaching, and problem-solving skills

Benefits that make life better:

• Sign-Bonus and Relocation Assistance Eligible
• Comprehensive Healthcare Insurance
• 401(k) with a 5% company match, immediately vested
• Paid Time Off accrued starting on day one
• Quarterly Bonus opportunities
• Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Career development and cross-training opportunities

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ABOUT US

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911

With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

Inclusivity Is Our Standard

It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Inclusivity Is Our Standard

It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information). Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.