Lead Maintenance Technician

Chicago Jet Group is hiring a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician to support and guide operations within our Part 145 repair station.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who knows the work, takes ownership, and holds a high standard for safety, quality, and execution.

Since 2003, we’ve built our reputation on precision, professionalism, and attention to detail. We keep aircraft moving safely and reliably, and we expect the same level of focus from our team.

What You’ll Do

• Perform airframe and powerplant maintenance, repairs, and modifications
• Lead day-to-day maintenance activity and support technicians on the floor
• Inspect completed work prior to QC to ensure compliance and airworthiness
• Troubleshoot complex aircraft systems and guide resolution
• Manage work orders, timelines, and job flow to keep projects moving
• Ensure parts, tooling, and materials are ready and properly tracked
• Train and mentor technicians, reinforcing use of current approved data
• Complete and review maintenance documentation including discrepancies, ADs, and service bulletins
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Support continuous improvement across maintenance processes

What We’re Looking For

• Preference given to those with FAA Airframe & Powerplant License
• 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience (corporate preferred)
• Experience in a multi-aircraft or fleet environment
• Strong knowledge of FAR Part 145, 135, and 91
• Ability to troubleshoot independently and lead with confidence
• Experience with maintenance tracking systems (CAMP preferred)
• Ability to read and apply technical manuals and FAA-approved data
• Detail-oriented, reliable, and accountable

Aircraft You’ll Work On

• Dassault Falcon (50 / 900)
• Gulfstream
• Bombardier
• Textron (Citation, King Air, Hawker)

What Sets This Role Apart

You are not a number here. You will have consistent hours, real ownership, and a direct impact on the operation.

As a Part 145 repair station, we offer flexibility in how technicians grow. An A&P is valued, but it is not the only path to building real expertise.

This is a smaller, hands-on environment. You will learn faster, see more, and take on meaningful responsibility earlier.

You will go deeper in both maintenance and avionics, building a well-rounded skillset instead of staying siloed.

We have been operating a maintenance hangar for over 20 years. That stability, combined with growth opportunities, creates a place where you can build real expertise over time.

This is where technicians become true experts, not just box-checkers.

Work Environment

• Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly, up to 100 lbs occasionally
• Comfortable working in hangars, confined spaces, heights, and varying temperatures
• Occasional travel and overtime as needed
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Aircraft maintenance: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Airframe & Powerplant License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $40