MX - AOG (Aircraft on Ground) Site Lead Technician

Job Description

Job Description

The AOG (Aircraft on Ground) Site Lead Technician is responsible for the safe and efficient daily maintenance of aircraft and assurance that all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations and policies as issued by management of the Company, airport authority, Federal Aviation Administration and other pertinent authorities.

Headquartered in Plano, Texas, Atlantic Aviation welcomes customers at more than 100 fixed base operator (FBO) locations – from the Hawaiian Islands to Caribbean islands and all points in between throughout the US. We offer a wide range of aircraft ground handling and flight hospitality services, including fueling and line services, hangar and ramp storage, modern executive terminals for passengers and crews, and much more. We are firmly committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our network and aspire to be the employer of choice in our dynamic segment of aviation. We invest in enhancements to our safety, service, technology, and strategic infrastructure in order to provide more choices, improved experiences, and better value for customers. Atlantic Aviation intends to lead the way to a more sustainable future for business and general aviation. Atlantic Aviation is “local everywhere” - providing a safe, friendly, and familiar experience across North America. To learn more about Atlantic Aviation or to make a reservation at any of our 100+ FBOs, visit AtlanticAviation.com.

Website Responsibilities The primary function of this role is to oversee the AOG maintenance of aircraft worked at the assigned location(s).

General Duties:

• Oversight of all AOG site operations.
• Perform maintenance on customer aircraft or articles.
• Communicate work progress and significant issues with the AOG Program Coordinator or other appropriate management.
• Must adhere to all safety standards established by the Company and regulatory agencies.
• Interact with customers, vendors and Atlantic employees in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ensure all work is conducted in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
• Application of the principles of the “Atlantic Attitude” at all times.

Essential duties and responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Maintain practices and procedures contributing to a safe, profitable, positive and fun work environment.
• Supervise, coordinate and direct activities of AOG Lead Technicians on site assignments.
• Review daily progress of work in debrief with AOG Program Coordinator for schedule changes.
• Ensure all aircraft maintenance requests are served in a timely and efficient manner.
• Retain labor approvals as necessary including overtime and warranty authorizations, prior to work.
• Accountable for labor entries within operating/billing system in tandem with payroll system.
• Monitor site inventory, maintain minimum stock levels and manage aircraft part storage area.
• Account for site work orders, reconcile documents, review for completeness and coordinate processing.
• Return all required documentation to the maintenance administrators for invoicing in a timely manner.
• Perform maintenance, preventative maintenance and alterations on customer equipment as required.
• Immediately inform their supervisor of any discrepancies of un-airworthy conditions found during performance of work assigned.
• Interpret technical manuals, figures and drawings as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned such as taxi and run-up procedures.
• Ensure all maintenance performed is in accordance with the Repair Station Manual.
• Perform equipment repair, as needed, on portable powered equipment, power carts, generators, tugs and other aircraft ground support equipment.
• Maintain the physical appearance and assure the functional operation of all facilities and ground service equipment utilized in the aspects of aircraft maintenance or any other work assigned by the company in conformance with standards of safety, OSHA standards, efficiency and corporate identity.
• Comply with quality assurance, accuracy of documentation and auditing of maintenance activity.
• Time Management: When either at the main Repair Station facility or away from base are able to manage their time appropriately and effectively so all tasks and documentation are completed in a timely and successful fashion.
• Any additional duties specific or unique to your location assigned by management.

Required Skills EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum of 18 years of age
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license
• Able and willing to travel on short notice
• Overtime work should be expected, will vary from light to extensive based on customer demand
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Flexible work schedule may include working overtime, nights, weekends, holidays and on-call

PREFERRED

• 5+ years of industry experience
• FAA Certified Inspection Authorization (IA)
• Prior experience as Lead Technician or Supervisor
• Experience on medium to heavy business jets
• Experience working for or on fractional owned/operated aircraft, i.e. NetJets, Gulfstream, Flexjet, etc.
• Factory maintenance training applicable to base location capabilities including but not limited to Cessna Citation any model, Beechcraft, Hawker, Falcon, Gulfstream and Global is also advantageous

We are proud to be an EEO/Females/Minorities/Veterans/Disabled employer

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance testing

Qualified applications with criminal history will be considered for employment