Seeking an experienced Lead A&P Mechanic to oversee aircraft maintenance activities while providing technical leadership and mentorship to a team of maintenance professionals. This position is responsible for coordinating workflow, ensuring quality and compliance standards are met, and assisting with maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and modifications on a variety of aircraft. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate daily maintenance activities to support production schedules and operational goals.
Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and support to maintenance team members.
Assign work, monitor progress, and ensure tasks are completed efficiently and accurately.
Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft and aircraft systems.
Troubleshoot and repair airframe, engine, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
Conduct inspections in accordance with FAA regulations and company procedures.
Review maintenance work to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
Read and interpret maintenance manuals, engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical data.
Complete and review maintenance documentation for accuracy and completeness.
Coordinate with management, quality personnel, and other departments to resolve maintenance issues.
Promote a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
Support aircraft modifications, major repairs, and return-to-service activities.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License required.
Minimum 7 years of hands-on aircraft maintenance experience.
Previous corporate/business aviation experience OR leadership experience supervising teams of 5 or more direct reports.
Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical data.
Working knowledge of FAA regulations, maintenance procedures, and documentation requirements.
Must possess strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
Must have own tools required to perform assigned duties.
Ability to work overtime, weekends, and flexible schedules as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience in a Lead Mechanic, Crew Lead, Supervisor, or Team Lead role.
Experience in an MRO, service center, corporate aviation, military, or commercial aircraft maintenance environment.
Experience with major inspections, modifications, and heavy maintenance events.
Ability to lead projects and coordinate multiple maintenance activities simultaneously.
Experience mentoring and developing junior technicians.
Miscellaneous
About Our Client
Our client is a leading provider of aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, supporting a wide range of business aviation and special mission aircraft. With a strong reputation for quality workmanship, technical expertise, and customer service, they deliver comprehensive maintenance, inspection, modification, and avionics solutions from state-of-the-art facilities across the United States.
Committed to safety, reliability, and operational excellence, our client invests in both advanced technology and skilled aviation professionals to ensure every aircraft is maintained to the highest standards. Their team-oriented culture provides employees with opportunities for career growth, ongoing training, and exposure to diverse aircraft platforms within a fast-paced aviation environment.
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We know it takes great people to do great work, so if you’re interested in joining the APA Services family give us a call at (817) 529-4000
Thanks for taking the time to apply and we look forward to working with you soon.
Job ID
122542159656863