Our philosophy at Flightstar is simple: to recruit, train and invest in the best talent the aviation industry has to offer. As a leading MRO facility, we strive to present the highest quality products to our clients with safety and efficiency at our forefront. Flightstar is currently seeking a Lead Aircraft Mechanic to support our maintenance operations on 1st shift. The ideal candidate will have several years of aircraft maintenance experience supporting MRO operations.

Position Summary

The Lead Aircraft Mechanic leads and directs the assigned crew in performing maintenance functions including servicing, repairing and/or replacing aircraft components to ensure airworthiness according to customer specifications and FAA standards. Performs as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) of their trade and willingly takes on the responsibility to mentor junior level aircraft mechanics through On-the-Job-Training (OJT). Reads and complies with instructions and safety information as necessary for proper and safe completion of assigned work.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Leads and directs the assigned crew in performing maintenance functions, including servicing and repairing aircraft and engines to ensure airworthiness according to customer specifications and FAA standards.
• Ensures and enforces proper execution of parts tag instructions (repairable, serviceable, or condemned parts). Ensures that all serviceable tags are installed on components or placed in the proper work package. Ensures that aircraft parts and components removed from the aircraft in work are routed to the appropriate cage and with timely documentation, in accordance with Flightstar’s standard operating procedures.
• Ensures proper identification of work scope of all assigned work, and ensures that all necessary FAA approved technical data is available.
• In conjunction with Production Control, assigns planned work to his/her crew in a fashion that maximizes productivity, and consistently monitors performance of the work.
• Maintains responsibility for the quality, efficiency, and timeliness of his/her own work, as well as for the work performed by his/her crew.
• Provides on the job instruction and training regarding aircraft work and standard operating procedures and safety standards to personnel assigned to the work crew.
• Reviews non-routine card to identify planned action in a timely manner. Accurately identifies necessary parts, materials, and tooling for each non-routine job and estimates maintenance on non-routine card in a timely manner and with the best possible precision.
• Monitors and controls the flow and control and completion as necessary of work documents in his/her area of responsibility.
• Has flexibility to arrive early and stay late, in accordance with scheduled work times, when required, to permit smooth turnover to the incoming and/or outgoing shift.
• Interfaces with customer representatives, as assigned, to ensure that customer approval has been obtained for original, additional, or revised work estimates.
• Removes and installs aircraft engines, rigs and adjusts aircraft secondary systems, and performs all duties required of licensed mechanics, as necessary.
• Reads maintenance manuals to identify and locate aircraft components on the aircraft, and accurately implements instructions of maintenance manuals.
• Performs maintenance related tasks on noted discrepancies, and effectively researches manufacturer’s manuals for appropriate procedure prior to performing task.
• Uses basic or complex hand tools or equipment provided to perform skilled manual and technical work as instructed.
• Possesses working knowledge of ATA Codes (Chapter and Subchapters) as well as aircraft zones, narrow body airframe familiarization, and industry standards.
• Reads instructions and all cautions/warnings/notes information as necessary for proper and safe completion of assigned work. Prepares and maintains simple records such as work order documentation, logs, and time and material records, as instructed.
• Proficient in Flightstar’s integrated operating systems relating to locating parts, alternate part numbers, and requesting of parts and tools.
• Responsible for maintaining current on all required regulatory and customer training.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Project Manager.

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Written and spoken English fluency.
• Valid Florida driver's license. 
• Current FAA Airframe License in good standing.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience providing knowledge of aircraft maintenance, terminology, parts, etc. Familiar with 14 CFR Part 91/121/145 preferred.
• Proficiency navigating ERP systems and customer's maintenance manuals.