Lead A&P Technician - ILM

Lead A&P Technician

The Company

Modern Aviation (the "Company") is a private equity backed, platform company launched in 2018 that is focused on the fixed-based operator ("FBO") sector. The Company has been rapidly growing through the acquisition of FBO locations and has significant additional committed capital from its sponsors to continue to grow the business through future acquisitions. Modern Aviation's strategy is to acquire attractive locations and increase EBITDA at these locations through investment and operational and commercial improvements.

Company Benefits

Employee Medical Insurance, Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Vacation and Sick Time, Paid Holidays, HSA Account Funding, 401k Match

Other Available Benefits

Buy-up Medical Insurance, Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, 401k

Primary Purpose of the Position

This position works as a team member performing inspections, repairs, and preventative maintenance on Corporate and General Aviation aircrafts. The successful candidate will possess the appropriate personality to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a constant focus on safety and quality.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Oversee and assign tasks to A&P mechanics
• Conduct maintenance briefings to team members as required
• Perform or supervise OJT training when required
• Oversee work order maintenance database entries and corrective actions
• Monitor and maintain documentation of projects
• Monitor and enforce company and Certified Repair Station policies and procedures
• Provide technical guidance to maintenance personnel when needed
• Provide updates and project timelines to the Director of Maintenance
• Perform efficient troubleshooting, aircraft maintenance, and repair in accordance with applicable regulations, manufacturer's instructions, and company policies.
• Ensure consistent, accurate aircraft maintenance records by properly documenting & completing required forms, computer entries, and logbook entries.
• Follow all company policies, procedures and Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
• Perform job duties in a safe manner.
• Punctual to work each day and prepared to work scheduled work hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED plus relevant certifications required at the minimum.
• Active and current FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Mechanics License
• Minimum of 2 years of General Aviation and/or Corporate aircraft maintenance experience
• Knowledge and understanding of Federal Aviation Regulations and manufacturer manuals.
• Possess adequate tools.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience on King Air, Cessna Citation, Dassault Falcon, Embraer Phenom, Embraer Praetor, Gulfstream, Hawker and/or King Air aircraft strongly preferred.
• Avionics experience.

Additional Responsibilities:

As a condition of your employment, you will be required to participate in the AOG / On Call program. Training will be provided.

Reports to: the Director of Maintenance

Supervisory Responsibility: This job has supervisory responsibilities.

FLSA Status: This position is non-exempt.

Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is exposed to wet and/or humid conditions including extreme heat and cold; high, precarious places; outside weather conditions and vibration; chemicals including aviation fuels, oils, and lavatory fluid. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Travel: This position requires some travel.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to perform frequent walking, sitting, stooping, stretching, bending, reaching, and grasping actions. May be required to work nights and weekends.

EEO Statement: The Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

If you are interested in applying, please send your cover letter and resume to careers@modern-aviation.com