Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Overview

About Wheels Up 

 Wheels Up is a leading provider of on-demand private aviation and one of the largest companies in the industry. Wheels Up offers a complete global aviation solution with a large and diverse fleet and a global network of safety-vetted charter operators, all backed by an uncompromising commitment to safety and service. Customers can access charter and membership programs, as well as unique commercial travel benefits through a one-of-a-kind, strategic partnership with Delta Air Lines. Wheels Up also offers cargo, safety and security solutions and managed services to individuals, industry, government and civil organizations. 

Wheels Up is guided by the mission to deliver a premium solution for every customer journey. With the Wheels Up mobile app and website, members and customers have the digital convenience to search, book and fly. 

For more information, please visit: wheelsup.com 

 

Role Overview 

 

Wheels Up Private Jets is a wholly owned subsidiary of Wheels Up. Its services include Private  Membership, Aircraft Management, Maintenance, FBO services, Charter Operations, and Aircraft sales. We offer a challenging and rewarding career in an exciting and dynamic industry. This is a chance to join a team which has an incredible depth of knowledge as well as the drive to deliver service excellence to our clients across a wide variety of sectors from the military to ultra -high-net-worth individuals 

 

Wheels Up is looking for a world-class Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician in Teterboro, NJ to join our team of dedicated and passionate professionals, fueled by the most powerful brand in private aviation, as we continue our mission of democratizing the private aviation space through cutting-edge technology and innovative product and service offerings. 

Responsibilities

 

• Directly responsible to the Manager of Aircraft Maintenance for the operation he/she is assigned. And will be the first line of supervision for their crew members. 
• Assure all work accomplished by his/her crew is in accordance with the Company manuals and applicable FARs. 

• Lead, direct and give on the job training to maintenance personnel. 
•  Ensure that proper equipment and safety practices are being used. 
• Coordinates daily maintenance tasks and events with crew members. 
• Will evaluate each aircraft that is in work and will assign the proper manpower to each aircraft daily. This is to insure we are driving the inspection to meet the Return to Service dates set for each aircraft. 
• Will insure all parts, tooling and outside services has been ordered and or scheduled and insures it will arrive in enough time to meet the Return to Service date set for the aircraft. 

• Will schedule aircraft cleanings at the end of each scheduled inspection to insure each aircraft is ready for revenue service once it has been Returned to Service. 
• Will communicate all Return to Service adjustments to the Manager of Maintenance and Maintenance Control. 
• Will communicate with Maintenance Control on a case by case basis when the need arises to work unscheduled aircraft.    
• Assure that the work area and equipment used by his/her crew is adequate and kept in a clean and orderly condition and that all safety instructions are followed. 
• Responsible to review work packages and confirm all items in the work package are signed off properly by the floor technicians. 

• Work closely with the inspection department to insure all RII and CAT1 inspection procedures are being followed. 
• Understand and follow procedures out of the aircraft manufacturer maintenance manuals. 
• Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned by the Manager of Aircraft Maintenance or higher authority. 
• Have a good working knowledge of all Microsoft applications. 

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications 

• High school diploma or GED required. 
• Must hold a current Airframe and Powerplant License. 
• Must be knowledgeable of the FAR’s. 
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays. 
• Must be willing to work in an environment that is subject to changing climate conditions and moderate noise levels. 

•  Must be able to exercise good judgment in a team environment as well as in aircraft maintenance and safety. 
•  Must have problem solving and organizational skills. 
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Must have prior experience with Corridor.
•  Must be able to read and understand Company and Manufacturer Manuals. 
•  Must be able to perform all line maintenance functions unsupervised at any time. 
• Must be abl