Head Aircraft Mechanic (Jet) jobs in Vineland, NJ

The Aircraft Maintenance Technician Lead is responsible for assigning and coordinating work assignments with his team; Assumes responsibility for all maintenance functions for his/her assigned team/shift. This position also manages his teams’ overtime and monitors daily work functions to include workload and ensure employees are qualified for the work they perform. The qualified Lead will be considered a working Lead and is expected to perform work on the aircraft as well as provide leadership on the project. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Customer

• Deal with Customers in a cordial, respectful and professional manner, and to see to it that all personnel behave accordingly.
• Provide accurate timely reporting to Maintenance Supervisor and Manager, Customer/Operations of status of in-service aircraft.
• Obtains customer approval on original, additional and/or revised estimates to accomplish maintenance on customer’s aircraft.
• Coordinates line inspections to ensure the plan is followed and during delivery ensures paperwork accountability

Internal 

• To lead by example at all times; through professional behavior, integrity, commitment to the company and compliance with its policies.
• Supervise and direct activities of all personnel assigned assuring all maintenance is completed in compliance with established company policies and procedures set in Gama Aviation Engineering (RSQCM), as well as applicable FAA regulatory guidelines. 
• Request regular progress meetings with Supervisor, Manager, Technicians and all relevant department heads and personnel concerning operational requirements and activities that can turn into a road-block or threat to the project’s critical path and could impact re-delivery.
• Proactively build coworker skill sets, lead assigned employees through motivation, communication, mentorship and accountability. 
• Review daily personnel performance and progress on aircraft to determine if any alteration to the plan and schedule is necessary and to ensure that tasks are completed within budgeted time.
• Ensure that all documentation is completed and signed-off accurately in a timely manner
• Assist with completing all required paperwork, review work orders of incoming aircraft to determine labor, parts, and equipment necessary to accomplish the assigned inspection, maintenance and repair. Assist with requesting necessary parts, service, or equipment as required.
• Scrutinize the proper tagging of Aircraft work in progress, components, parts and panels appropriately stored (including racks by aircraft).
• Ensure daily timekeeping requirements are completed on time and accurate, 
• Oversee Technicians to ensure the work area and hangar is kept to the highest standards of safety, compliant at all times, enforcing regulations and practices to avoid accidents. Strictly enforce good housekeeping practices with an objective of securing an environment conducive to employee well-being.
• Ensure that tools and equipment are correctly used and handled by Technicians for both safety and to reduce breakages, wear and tear. Require Technicians to report any tool malfunction promptly in order to replace or repair accordingly.  
• Support the Maintenance Supervisor with other business activities as needed.
• Willing and able to work rotating shifts including, nights, holidays, weekends and days off.
• Must be able to travel up to 25%.

Job Requirements:

• At least 5 years of experience in the aircraft maintenance field, 
• At least 5 years of experience having direct involvement with FAR 135 and or 145 policies and procedures.
• Working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Very good computer skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft, Excel and Word, and Adobe. 
• Ability to understand and interpret aircraft technical data. 
• ‪Effective communication in English (both orally and written) 
• ‪Ability to successfully work with others as part of a team in order to achieve established goals. 
• Travel both foreign and domestic as needed

Licenses/Certifications Required:

• Valid and current Airframe and Powerplant Certificate (minimum of 5 years)
• Valid Driver’s License. 
• Valid US Passport

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to be willing to work on elevated platforms (up to 40 feet in the air) using fall protection safety gear
• Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time while performing repairs
• Ability to lift 70lbs or more
• Ability to operate basic hand tools and ground equipment
• Ability to work in confined spaces  

Non-Physical Requirements:  

• Ability to learn and use technical manuals
• Good mechanical aptitude and ability to solve problems effectively
• Be a problem solver by effectively reading and interpreting maintenance, wiring and illustrated parts manuals
• Ability to communicate both in writing and orally in clear and understandable manner with co-workers, customers and Jet East leadership
• Must be able to perform repairs effectively and quickly in short notice, high-pressure situations
• Must be able to input and retrieve information from computers
• Experience with Apple and Microsoft products especially Outlook, Word, and Excel spreadsheets
• Able to travel to locations, in all weather conditions, to perform repairs
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Lists above includes the main items for this job position to be successful, but not limited too other things that might come about in time. The person applying for this position must understand that the objectives, responsibilities, and requirements could change for better success for the company and the person. 

Jet East is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.