Aviation Mechanic Lead

Aviation Mechanic Lead

Date: May 22, 2026

Location(s): West Palm Beach, FL, US, 33406

Company: NextEra Energy

Requisition ID: 95048

NextEra Energy, Inc. is America's leading energy company, delivering more electricity to homes and businesses than any other company in the nation. We are dedicated to meeting the country's growing energy demands through a diverse mix of energy sources. Our focus is on growing the economy, keeping customer bills as low as possible and supporting the communities where our projects are located. Through technology and innovation, we deliver cutting-edge solutions, serving Americans across nearly all 50 states. Are you ready to shape America's energy future? Join us today.

Position Specific Description

The Aviation Department is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician to oversee and perform aircraft maintenance activities. Have an extensive experience and knowledge in jet aircraft maintenance. This position also requires an individual who has team building skills, highly organized, excellent communication skills and the ability to handle sensitive information. The candidate must be dependable, have initiative, and be highly motivated to work in a team environment. This position is for day shift and working hours can be adjusted to accommodate flight schedules.

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Job Overview

Employees in this role are responsible for ensuring the highest level of dependable mechanical operation of any company owned aircraft. This job also assists the Aviation Maintenance Manager in overseeing daily maintenance operations.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Under limited supervision:

• Coordinates with maintenance technicians to perform all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance to the highest possible airworthiness standard

• Performs pre- and post- flight inspections on company aircraft

• Assists Aviation Maintenance Manager in tracking duty assignments of aircraft technicians and completing quarterly maintenance evaluation reports

• Assists with and ensures all aircraft and related documentation are processed and organized in an efficient and professional manner; maintains engine and airframe logbooks, aircraft records, related materials and aircraft manuals

• Assists in all areas of maintenance to be performed at off-site contract facilities

• Assists in and responsible for the cleanliness and organization of aviation facilities and work areas

• Ensures all support equipment is maintained properly

• Assists with all associated ground handling activities, including towing and fueling of aircraft, assisting passengers on arrivals/departures, etc.

• Serves as mentor to other aviation mechanics; serves as leader of maintenance team when Aviation Maintenance Manager is unavailable

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School/GED

• Experience: 8+ years

• Supervisory/Management Exp: 2+ years

• FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate

• FAA Inspector Authorization (IA)

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's Degree

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Clickto learn more.

Employee Group: Non Exempt

Employee Type: Full Time

Job Category: Aviation

Organization: NextEra Energy, Inc.

Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable

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