Lead, Line Maintenance Technician

Thales; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus $2,500

Job summary

Thales in Fort Lauderdale is seeking a Lead, Line Maintenance Technician to supervise line maintenance, install and repair IFE systems, and lead a team to ensure safety and compliance. The role requires FAA A&P or Thales Repairman Certification, and the ability to travel domestically and internationally.

The position is fully onsite with a robust benefits program and a referral bonus eligibility of $2,500. Strong avionics knowledge and ability to read schematics are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED with 2+ years line maintenance experience.
• FAA A&P or Thales Repairman Certificate required; waiver rules apply.

Responsibilities

• Lead technicians, direct workload, and resolve routine issues.
• Train team members and perform maintenance alongside the team.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on IFE systems and related equipment.
• Ensure logbooks are accurate and procedures followed.
• Document maintenance daily and report to Maintenance Supervisor.
• Provide ongoing customer support while upholding company policies.

Skills

Avionics knowledge

Read blueprints & wiring diagrams

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Location: Fort Lauderdale, United States of America

Thales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world’s largest commercial aircrafts. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters and search and rescue helicopters. And, together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference.

When you rely on airlines to connect you in flight, you rely on Thales. In an increasingly fast paced world, we make the unpredictable, predictable by connecting and entertain passengers to make your life better. Combining a diversity of talents, we master the decisive moments that matter to passengers and airlines. Whatever it takes.

Lead, Line Maintenance Technician

Fort Lauderdale, FL (Fully onsite)

Position Summary

Thales is looking for a Lead, Line Maintenance Technician , whose role involves performing line maintenance, installation, repair station, and ground equipment maintenance activities on Thales In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) systems and other systems for which the technician is authorized and trained.

In this position, you will serve as a technical lead, supporting the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of IFE equipment and systems while helping ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable technical and quality requirements.

Referral Bonus Eligibility: Tier 1 - $2,500

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Act as Shift Lead for Technicians by directing the crew, prioritizing shift workload, resolving routine issues in accordance with established instructions, policies, training, and accepted practices, and consulting with the Team Leader on unique situations without clear precedent.
• Train Team members, assign and review their work, and regularly perform the same maintenance activities alongside the Team.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and system modifications on all authorized systems, ensuring airline logbook discrepancies related to applicable systems are resolved in a timely manner.
• Ensure the Team follows established procedures and that aircraft logbooks are properly utilized, completed, and signed off in a timely manner for all work performed on aircraft.
• Document maintenance activities daily in accordance with established procedures and submit required daily reports to the Supervisor of Maintenance.
• Provide customers with ongoing support while ensuring Company policies and procedures are consistently followed and upheld.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Diploma required, with a minimum of two (2) years of line maintenance experience and comprehensive knowledge of avionics/electronics.
• Valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificates or Thales Repairman Certificate required; Leads holding a Repairman Certificate must obtain an Airframe and Powerplant Certificate within one (1) year of assuming the Lead position and must meet recent experience requirements in accordance with 14 CFR 65.83.
• Strong avionics knowledge with the ability to read and interpret blueprints and wiring diagrams, follow written procedures and instructions, and terminate electrical connectors using proper crimping and soldering methods acceptable within the aviation industry.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment, adapt to changing conditions and direction, analyze problems and situations of moderate scope, and clearly summarize and present information to Supervisors and Customers; proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet Explorer required.
• Must be willing and able to travel domestically and internationally as needed, possess or be able to obtain a valid unrestricted Passport, be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located, and possess and maintain a valid Driver License and driving record that meets Company insurance standards.
• Must be able to obtain required airport Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge and Customs clearance and successfully complete required background screening, fingerprinting, pre-employment drug testing, and Criminal History Records Check (CHRC); must also be able to safely work around moving vehicles and aircraft, operate aerial lift equipment, tugs, and trucks, and frequently crawl, bend, kneel, climb, and stoop in confined spaces while maintaining regular attendance, a positive attitude, and professional appearance.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer at the time of hire. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or for assuming sponsorship of an employment visa now or in the future.

Special Position Requirements

• Federal Communications Commission (FCC) license and previous lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to occasionally lift and handle objects weighing 50–80 pounds and frequently lift and handle objects weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to frequently use a variety of hand tools to test equipment.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules based on seniority and operational requirements, including day, swing, or midnight shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work outside on the aircraft ramp and/or in a hangar environment where loud noise may be experienced.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and/or internationally up to 10% of the time.

Why Join Us?

This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with [a] criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal law, state law, and local ordinances.

Thales champions inclusion and we believe diversity strengthens the fabric of our culture. Thales is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

If you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales, please contact us at [e-mail].

The reference Total Target Compensation (TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between

Total Target Cash (TTC) 34.91 - 54.00 USD Annual

This reflects how companies in a similar industry and geographic region generally pay for similar jobs. This range helps the Company make pay decisions as one data point among many. Where a position falls within this range is also dependent on other factors including – but not limited to – the employee’s career path history, competencies, skills and performance, as well as the company’s annual salary budget, the customer’s program requirements, and the company’s internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, state, or federal law.

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Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:

• Elective Health, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Whole Group Life w/LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match, and with no vesting period
• Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Company provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program