Lead Mechanic

Job Purpose: 

This role exists to perform and oversee a team of aircraft mechanics performing maintenance and modifications of aircraft supporting the New World Screwworm (NWS) Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) mission at the Edinburg, TX base.

Location: Edinburg, Texas

Key Responsibilities:                      

• Perform and ensure that all repairs and inspections are done in accordance with the appropriate regulations and company procedures
• Provide adequate instruction to employees in maintenance-related issues
• Work with quality control ensuring proper maintenance practices
• Work with base logistician ensuring adequate parts for modifications and phase inspections
• Effectively communicate with the leadership and pilots regarding aircraft issues
• Other duties as assigned

Skills/Qualifications:

• Must hold a valid Airframe & Powerplant license for a minimum of 3 years (preferred)
• Ability to obtain an Inspection Authorization

• Strong aviation maintenance background with at least one year experience leading a team of aircraft mechanics
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Ability to manage, instruct, and make airworthiness determinations
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite

• Ability to:
• Crawl in and out of tight spaces
• Comfortably work at elevated heights of at least 40 feet for extended periods of time
• Lift, balance and carry 50 lbs.
• Work in enclosed hangars and exterior weather conditions
• Work in close proximity to other people
• Relocation to Edinburg, TX is required