Assistant A&P Lead- 1st Shift

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

At Western Jet Aviation, a company of 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. 

What’s it like at StandardAero

Collaboration, teamwork, and having each others backs are the norm here. Our growth in this expanding industry means getting career stability and opportunities to grow. With great resources, an inclusive atmosphere, and a culture based on shared values, we’ll support you in building a solid career with a team you can count on.

What youll do:

• Highly proficient in the inspection, repair, assembly and testing of an aircraft 
• Expertise with technical documents and manuals and acts as a resource to other A&P Mechanics 
• Acts as liaison between customers and A&P Mechanics 
• Determine maintenance sequences and techniques 
• Guides and trains other levels of A&P Mechanics 

Minimum Requirements:    

• Gulfstream maintenance experience (any model GII through G550) preferred
• Corporate jet experience performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance to include: 12/24/36/72-month inspections
• High school diploma or equivalent 
• Airframe and Power plant (A&P) License 
• Performs initial visual inspection and routine maintenance on the aircraft and its components  
• Runs functional, operational and mechanical tests on the aircraft 
• Identifies discrepancies to be addresses or fixed 
• Dismantle and remove  aircraft and components 
• Evaluates removed components for serviceability and documents discrepancies 
• Clean any parts or components as required 
• Completes schedules maintenance and any necessary repairs/modifications of the aircraft 
• Ensures all parts and components are ready and available 
• Reinstall and test aircraft components 
• Reassembles aircraft 
• Performs operational checks and engine runs to ensure air worthiness  
• Document and signs off on all work throughout each process 
• Follows maintenance manuals throughout each process 
• Completes inspections in accordance to original equipment manufacturer manuals 
• Assists leader with production flow and work scheduling 
• Acts as back up to leader 
• Provide support and guidance to group and able to troubleshoot issues/problems 

Benefits that make life better

• Competitive Wages (Pay for Performance)
• Comprehensive Healthcare
• 401(k) with 100 company match; up to 5 vested
• Paid Time Off Starting on Day One
• Bonus Opportunities
• Education Reimbursement
• Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Learning & Training Opportunities
• Paid Relocation
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Safety Focused Culture
• Refer & Earn Program ($1,000 referral bonus)
• The Academy

Salary: $45 - 55 per hour, depending on experience