Crew Chief - Avionics
Company: StandardAero
Location: Springfield
Posted on: September 27, 2024
Job Description:
Build an Aviation Career You're Proud Of
At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find
solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in
aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our
stability, resources, and respectful culture supports you in
building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in
and day out for the long term.
As the Avionics Crew Chief you will supervise a crew of leads and
technicians in the performance of avionics and electrical systems
maintenance and installation of complex avionics and electrical
systems. Assures that technicians are held accountable for the
quality of the maintenance work that they perform. Appraises,
recommends salary and other status changes, rewards, recognizes,
and disciplines members of the crew.
What you'll do:
- Use deductive reasoning in technical issues
- Coordinate multiple activities to accomplish the required
maintenance by the promised delivery date
- Assists lead technicians with assignment of work to crew
members based upon scheduled out dates and the technical expertise
of the various employees. Provides technical guidance and
troubleshooting assistance to technicians on aircraft maintenance
and/or install configurations, as well as service bulletins,
directives, and enhancements. Must be up-to-date on scope of
required maintenance and coordinates efforts to ensure a timely
turnaround.
- With the Department Manager, pre-plans work scopes on aircraft
including engineering coordination, deploying manpower,
pre-ordering parts, and customer debriefing.
- Coordinates with other departments in scheduling
arrivals/departures, job flow, and communicating with the customer
or CPM on the status of work.
- Monitors hours charged to a job to assure that costs are
controlled and schedule dates are met. Reviews employee time cards
on a daily basis to verify accuracy of time charged to work
orders.
- Performs final "walk around" to ensure aircraft cleanliness and
readiness for departure. Reviews workbook for sign offs and parts
issues prior to presenting to the inspection department.
- Assures that crew members are well-trained on assigned aircraft
that they are scheduled for periodic technical training in-house or
at designated off-site locations. Works cooperatively with other
Crew Chiefs or shops to assure cross-training on other aircraft
and/or systems.
- Coordinates with other departments as needed to assure that
customers have a positive experience at the facility.
- Actively works to simplify for efficiency, ease of work
performance, quality, and turnaround time. Ensures that safe work
practices are employed consistently on each aircraft job or
throughout the shop.
- Supports and adheres to safety, environmental, and general
housekeeping policies. Is proactive in the area of safety; promotes
safe work habits to the crew, monitors the work environment for
safety hazards and takes steps to address/remove hazards.
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills, professionalism,
and a positive customer service attitude without compromising
quality.
- Performs other duties as required by the department
Position Requirements:
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Avionics Technician in
corporate aviation.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in Avionics Modifications in
corporate aviation.
- Prior supervisory experience and demonstrated leadership skills
that promote teamwork and collaboration.
- Must have demonstrated exemplary technical ability in specialty
area.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to diagnose and resolve technical avionics
problems.
- Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate multiple activities
to achieve quality maintenance within established time frame.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, walk, bend, stretch, and climb
ladders.
- Ability to stand for a minimum of 8 hours.
- Ability to work outside of designated work hours, as well as
weekends/overtime.
- Excellent hand-to-eye coordination.
- Ability to think clearly, speak intelligibly on the telephone
and in person.
- Ability to manipulate equipment of all sizes, tools, computer
keyboards, and telephones.
- Possess good interpersonal and verbal skills in order to
interface with customers and employees.
Preferred Characteristics:
- FCC License
- A&P License
- Bachelor Degree
- Avionics flight decks
- Aircraft Cabin Management Systems
- Aircraft Satellite Communication Systems
- Aircraft Autopilot Systems
- FAA Regulations and Requirements
- Strong troubleshooting skills of complex avionics equipment and
systems
Benefits that make life better:
- Comprehensive Healthcare
- 401(k) with 100% company match up to 5%; vested
immediately
- Paid Time Off
- Bonus opportunities
- Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Learning & Training opportunities
About Us
Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911
With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become
an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the
aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture
inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers'
missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement
opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to
experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.
Inclusivity Is Our Standard
It is StandardAero's policy to provide equal employment
opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic
information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with
no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you
to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our
welcoming culture. Aero
Keywords: StandardAero, Decatur , Crew Chief - Avionics, Other , Springfield, Illinois
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