Crew Chief

Crew Chief

Springfield, IL 

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

Build your career with integrity by working at a company that doesn’t just treat you like a number. You’ll get the tools to do things right in a clean and safe work environment and the trust to fix any issue that comes your way. Our on-the-job training and team of experts mean you’ll be set up for success.

Take charge of our day-to-day operations, so we remain the trusted source for aviation repair and maintenance. Work with your team to implement the right processes and practices across our organization to help ensure flight and product efficiency and quality

The Crew Chief is responsible for all technical operations on assigned aircraft, engines, and/or modification orders.  He/she is the technical leader at the job site, and has ultimate responsibility for the quality of work performed and turn time.  The Crew Chief is considered Directly in Charge of Maintenance as defined in 14 CFR Part 145.  The Crew Chief complies with all applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), Quality Procedures (QPs), and local work instructions.  Assigns work to, and guides and assists a crew of mechanics and/or shop personnel to ensure that quality work is accomplished successfully. The Crew Chief is the supervisor of that crew of technicians and/or shop personnel.

What you’ll do:

• The Crew Chief participates in the scheduling of arrivals and departures, and the preplanning of job scopes.  
• Identifies and orders parts required to complete jobs.  
• Develops and maintains a strong working relationship with the Inspection Department to ensure quality standards are met. 
• Communicates with the customer on the progress of the job and implements all paperwork related to job orders.  
• He/she controls hours charged to the job and ensures that safe work practices are employed consistently on each aircraft job or throughout the shop.  
• Assures that crew members are well trained on assigned aircraft, engines, and/or modification requirements.
• Provides technical guidance to technicians on aircraft maintenance and/or engine configurations and/or modification projects, including service bulletins, directives, and enhancements.  Considered Directly in Charge of Maintenance as defined in 14 CFR Part 145.  Complies with all applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), Quality Procedures (QPs), and local work instructions.  Must be up-to-date on the scope of required maintenance/projects for customer and coordinates efforts to ensure a timely turnaround.
• Assigns work to crewmembers based upon scheduled outdates and the technical expertise of the various employees.  Trains and assists assigned personnel in proper work procedures and practices. Ensures that maintenance performed by assigned personnel is accomplished in accordance with technical data acceptable to the FAA.  Manages overall work-in-progress on assigned projects and makes necessary adjustments to personnel and resources.
• Supervises a crew of technicians and/or shop personnel in the performance of aircraft/engine maintenance/modifications.  Appraises, recommends salary and other status changes, rewards, recognizes, and disciplines members of the crew.  Assures that technicians are held accountable for the quality of the maintenance work that they perform.
• In conjunction with the maintenance coordinator, supervisor, or manager (as appropriate), pre-plans work scopes on aircraft, engines, and/or modifications including developing action plans, pre-ordering parts, opening the work order, and customer debriefing. Writes all additional items and squawks identified during inspection.
• Orders all parts required after the job has arrived.  Ensures all scrap parts and repairable parts are returned to their respective areas on a daily basis in accordance with the Inspection Procedure Manual.  Ensures that articles receive proper handling, preservation, and storage during the maintenance process.  Ensures that non-conforming articles are properly identified and segregated from serviceable articles.
• Informs supervisor or manager of problems and work status so that communications with the customers are timely and complete.
• Coordinates with other departments as needed to assure that customers have a positive experience at the facility.
• Ensures complete work transfer documentation between work shifts to ensure continuity of work (“pass down”).
• Performs “hands on” maintenance as required to ensure an on-time departure and customer satisfaction.
• Responsible for all paperwork from the beginning of the job to completion.  Ensures that work performed is accurately reflected on the work order by adding job cards as required.  Accomplishes final review of work order documentation prior to final release of articles.  Ensures that maintenance activity is properly documented on the work order and associated quality documentation.  Daily input into the computer system is required.
• Monitors hours charged to the job to assure that costs are controlled and outdates met.  Reviews employee time records 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 after departure, but prior to closing in the Inspection Department.
• Works with the Inspection Department to ensure that quality standards are met.  Advises the Quality Leader when changes to the Quality System and associated documentation are required.  Releases aircraft to inspection when the job is completed.
• Ensures that crewmembers are well trained on assigned aircraft, engines, and/or modification requirements.  Responsible for on-the-job training of all technicians assigned during the course of the job.  Ensures that personnel have proper training records for the assigned work.  Also responsible for scheduling periodic technical training at designated off-site locations. Works cooperatively with other Crew Chiefs or shops to ensure cross training on other aircraft and/or engines.
• Works fair share of overtime and travels to customer locations or other StandardAero facilities as required.
• Provides tools and test equipment necessary to perform maintenance.  Ensures proper tooling is used, and that it is safe and within calibration.
• 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.
• Actively works to simplify for efficiency, ease of work performance, quality, and turnaround time. Other required duties maybe delegated as necessary and Crew Chiefs are responsible for the accomplishment of assigned duties and responsibilities.

What skills you will use:     

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S 
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five years’ experience as an A&P Mechanic in service/engine shop or 5 years of craftsman experience in modifications (paint, sheet metal, wood, or trim) or 5 years’ experience as an installer or technician in avionics.
• Demonstrated technical ability on airframes and/or engine models in the areas of heavy maintenance, light maintenance, and service bulletins.  Demonstrated technical ability in avionics, paint, sheet metal, wood, or trim projects.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose and resolve technical problems.
• The following departments require an A&P Mechanic License: Airframe Service and Engine Shop. In the Modifications Department, must meet all requirements to obtain a FAA Repairman’s Certificate and must be appropriately certificated in accordance with 14 CFR Part 65.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and coordinate multiple activities to achieve quality maintenance within established time frames. 
• Good interpersonal skills and verbal ability in order to communicate and work effectively with customers and employees.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, walk, bend, stretch, and climb ladders.
• Must be able to think clearly, and speak intelligibly on the telephone and in person.
• Must be able to manipulate equipment of all sizes, tools, computer keyboards, and telephones.
• Must have excellent hand-to-eye coordination.

Preferred Characteristics 

• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• A&P license preferred.

Benefits that make life better:

• Comprehensive Healthcare
• 401(k) with 100 company match; up to 5 vested
• Paid Time Off starting on day one
• Bonus opportunities
• Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Learning & Training opportunities

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

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