AMES LEAD AIRCRAFT TECH LINE 2

This is a 1st shift Structures lead position.

What you will do:

Assists Supervisor in providing leadership and technical support to assigned personnel. Aids management in creating and maintaining a safe work environment, managing costs and delivering a quality product on time. Performs as a working member of the crew providing additional oversight to ensure work is performed within budgeted time and within the guidelines of all applicable FAA regulations. Helps to manage the daily workflow of the aircraft by providing help with all aspects of the project to include troubleshooting issues as well as problems with customers. Sets accountability expectations for work performance, safety and company policies.

What you need:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Airframe license
• Working knowledge of aircraft construction and repair principles.
• Working knowledge of computer based aircraft maintenance software
• Basic understanding of FAA regulations pertaining to CFT Part 145 repair station operations.
• Must provide tools as listed on required tool listing.

Preferred Skills:

• Prefer A & P License
• Graduate of technical training school
• 2 years prior experience working with sheet metal and structural repairs in a heavy maintenance /Transport or Regional Jet environment
• Prior experience on Boeing 737 Classic & Next Generation Aircraft
• Prior experience at a FAR 145 repair station

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions and to travel on an as needed basis to support off-site maintenance
• Must provide tools as listed on required tool listing.
• Eye/hand coordination and clear field of vision
• Ability to work at heights up to 80 feet and lift up to 75 pounds
• Ability to work in tight and confined spaces with respiratory equipment
• Ability to bend, crawl, twist, and other positions and sustain the position for extended period of time
• Ability to precisely manipulate hand tools in a variety of situations

AMES is an equal opportunity employer and that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.