Lead A&P Mechanic

STS Technical Services is hiring an experienced Lead A\&P Mechanic in Melbourne, Florida, for a full-time, contract-to-direct opportunity supporting specialized aircraft maintenance, modification, testing and certification programs. This position requires hands-on King Air maintenance experience and a valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate. The Lead A\&P Mechanic will perform and oversee maintenance, repair, inspection and modification activities while providing daily direction to aircraft mechanics and technicians. Job Title: Lead A\&P Mechanic Location: Melbourne, Florida Employment Type: Full-Time, Contract-to-Direct Work Location: On-Site Position Overview The Lead A\&P Mechanic supports a mixed fleet of fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft used for specialized flight operations. This role leads aircraft maintenance activities while ensuring work is completed in accordance with FAA regulations, technical requirements and established procedures. The position also supports aircraft modifications, systems integration, ground testing, flight testing and certification activities. Responsibilities Lead and perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance Perform aircraft inspections, repairs and modifications Assign work and provide daily direction to aircraft mechanics and technicians Troubleshoot airframe and powerplant systems Troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and mechanical systems Perform and oversee structural repairs Read and interpret maintenance manuals Review engineering drawings, work instructions and regulatory documentation Verify completed work meets safety, quality and airworthiness requirements Complete and review aircraft maintenance records and technical documentation Coordinate with Engineering, Quality Assurance and program leadership Support aircraft systems integration Support ground testing and flight testing activities Support aircraft certification activities Mentor less-experienced technicians Promote safe and efficient maintenance practices Provide approval for return to service when authorized and within the privileges of the individual's FAA certificate Support workflow, productivity, tooling control and hangar safety Qualifications Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate required Previous hands-on King Air maintenance experience required Candidates without King Air experience will not be considered Previous lead, supervisory or team-lead experience in an aircraft maintenance environment Strong turboprop aircraft maintenance and troubleshooting experience Experience performing aircraft structural repairs and modifications Working knowledge of aircraft powerplants Working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals Ability to read engineering drawings, blueprints and regulatory documentation Strong understanding of FAA maintenance requirements and airworthiness standards Strong attention to detail Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance Effective leadership and communication skills Strong organizational skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative hangar environment Preferred Qualifications King Air 350 experience Inspection Authorization Military aviation experience Special-mission aircraft experience OEM experience Why Join This is an opportunity to take a lead role supporting specialized aircraft operations, maintenance and modification programs in Melbourne, Florida. Successful completion of the contract period may lead to direct employment with the client. About STS Technical Services STS Technical Services is a Top 100 Staffing Firm that partners with leading aerospace, manufacturing, defense and industrial organizations across the United States. We connect skilled professionals with career opportunities where their experience can make an immediate impact. Equal Opportunity Employer STS Technical Services is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr STS Aviation Group