A&P Lead - 2nd Shift

Ascent Aviation Services • Marana, AZ

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Ascent Aviation Services is seeking an A&P Lead to perform functions assigned in the service, repair, and overhaul of aircraft and aircraft components, parts, and accessories. The role oversees maintenance production flow and coordinates with departments to complete projects within scope, schedule, and budget. The A&P Lead provides daily progress updates to the Project Manager, works with the Supervisor on labor allocation and non-routine task estimates, delegates work, and reviews personnel performance and aircraft progress to adjust plans as needed. The position also promotes safety, good housekeeping, proper component tagging and storage, and continuous process improvement.

This is a 24/7 operation, with openings across shifts. Candidates must be flexible and willing to work any shift based on operational needs. Scheduled and unscheduled overtime, including holidays, may be required. Work may take place at the Marana, Arizona and Tucson, Arizona locations as business needs dictate.

The work location includes aircraft maintenance hangars, the flightline, and an Avionics shop. Hazards may include high-intensity noise, extreme temperature changes, electrical charges, radar waves, materials identified on Safety Data Sheets, and moving machinery. The role has physical requirements including extended periods of sitting, standing, and walking; frequent bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, kneeling, balancing, and reaching above shoulder level; and occasional crawling, climbing, and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds unassisted.

Requirements

• Must carry a valid A&P License.
• Five years of experience in aircraft maintenance.
• Ability to safely drive and operate a standard-shift automotive vehicle and other related equipment.
• Ability to work independently or under supervision and supervise others within the scope of an A&P Lead.
• Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to adhere to deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and mathematical proficiency.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Proficiency in interpreting and applying technical data relevant to the position.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, squat, crouch, kneel, balance, and reach above shoulder level.
• Ability to occasionally crawl, climb, and lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity.
• Corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
• Flexibility to work any shift based on operational needs; scheduled and unscheduled overtime, including holidays, may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous A&P Lead experience.
• Bilingual in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a thorough understanding of the company’s Inspection Procedures Manual (IPM) and Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) requirements.
• Oversee maintenance production flow to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within scope.
• Coordinate with departments to ensure proper workflow, sequencing, and project completion.
• Review project scope, requirements, and budgetary constraints.
• Provide daily status updates to the Project Manager, reporting progress and addressing concerns.
• Collaborate with the Supervisor to allocate billable man-hours and estimate hours for non-routine tasks, ensuring customer approval.
• Monitor project progress by comparing planned and actual man-hours, and keep projects within budget and schedule.
• Delegate tasks while maintaining overall responsibility for successful project completion.
• Enforce safety standards and regulations in the work area to prevent accidents.
• Promote good housekeeping practices and a safe, organized work environment.
• Verify proper tagging and storage of aircraft components and parts.
• Seek opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, and safety.
• Review personnel performance and aircraft progress daily, adjusting plans or schedules as needed.
• Perform duties in accordance with company policies and government regulations.
• Participate in safety education and training, recognize and report hazards, and honestly report errors, incidents, and accidents.

Benefits

• 401K with Company Match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• PTO—eligible for three weeks in the first year
• Seven paid company holidays
• Company-provided short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Development and career growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed