Lead A&P Mechanic

GAL AeroStaff Ltd. is an aerospace staffing company specializing in temporary and permanent staffing for general and technical positions in the aviation and aerospace industry.

In keeping with this goal each benefit program has been carefully devised. These benefits include time-off benefits such as vacations and holidays and insurance and other plan benefits. We are constantly studying and evaluating our benefits and policies to better meet present and future requirements.

Position Lead A&P Mechanic

Location: Great Falls MT

We are currently seeking an experienced Lead A&P Mechanic for a contract opportunity supporting heavy aircraft maintenance in a commercial MRO environment. This role is ideal for experienced mechanics with strong leadership skills and extensive heavy maintenance experience on commercial or regional aircraft.

Summary

The Lead A&P Mechanic is responsible for leading maintenance teams while performing inspections troubleshooting repairs modifications and scheduled heavy maintenance. This position ensures maintenance activities are completed safely efficiently and in compliance with FAA regulations and company quality standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and support A&P mechanics during heavy maintenance activities
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance
• Troubleshoot aircraft systems and determine corrective actions
• Remove repair install and operationally check aircraft components
• Perform inspections in accordance with FAA regulations and approved maintenance data
• Read and interpret AMMs IPCs wiring diagrams engineering drawings and technical manuals
• Coordinate daily work assignments to meet production schedules
• Mentor and assist less experienced technicians
• Ensure all maintenance documentation is completed accurately
• Maintain compliance with FAA regulations company procedures and safety standards
• Promote a safe clean and organized work environment
• Other duties as assigned

Competencies

To perform the job successfully an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Leadership Provides guidance direction and technical support to maintenance personnel
• Communication Communicates effectively with supervisors inspectors and team members
• Dependability Demonstrates accountability and reliability
• Initiative Takes ownership of maintenance tasks and production goals
• Teamwork Promotes collaboration and positive working relationships
• Work Quality Produces accurate high-quality maintenance work
• Safety Follows FAA regulations and company safety procedures
• Problem Solving Diagnoses and resolves aircraft maintenance discrepancies efficiently

Summary of Education Experience & Certification

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License required
• Minimum 5 years of commercial aircraft maintenance experience required
• Previous lead or supervisory experience preferred
• Heavy maintenance/MRO experience required
• Regional jet commercial jet or turboprop experience preferred
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of aircraft maintenance practices and FAA regulations
• Experience performing heavy maintenance inspections and troubleshooting
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Strong leadership and team coordination skills
• Experience working in an MRO or heavy maintenance environment
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical hydraulic pneumatic and electrical aircraft systems
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Must provide own tools
• Ability to work overtime and flexible schedules as required
• Ability to lift stand climb ladders and work in confined aircraft spaces