Crew Chief Maintenance

Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd • Rock Hill, SC

3d • $41 - $46 • Onsite

About The Position

The Crew Chief is responsible for overseeing maintenance activities, supporting technicians, and ensuring regulatory compliance, workflow continuity, and high-quality aircraft maintenance operations. This position combines hands-on aircraft maintenance responsibilities with technical leadership, troubleshooting, and coordination across departments to support safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Ideal candidate has 7+ years of aircraft maintenance experience on PC-12, PC-24, or similar aircraft preferred, with 2 years experience within an FAA Part 145 Repair Station environment
• Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant License required; Inspection Authorization preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to interpret technical manuals, blueprints, maintenance documentation, and illustrated parts catalogs
• Strong knowledge of aircraft systems including airframes, engines, hydraulics, avionics, and electrical systems
• Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and root cause analysis skills for complex mechanical and electrical issues
• Experience performing aircraft operational checks, ground runs, and IFR certifications preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and team collaboration skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and regulatory compliance
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced maintenance environment and support operational priorities as required

Nice To Haves

• 7+ years of aircraft maintenance experience on PC-12, PC-24, or similar aircraft preferred
• 2 years experience within an FAA Part 145 Repair Station environment
• Inspection Authorization preferred
• Experience performing aircraft operational checks, ground runs, and IFR certifications preferred

Responsibilities

• Performance of aircraft inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and installations in accordance with FAA regulations and approved maintenance procedures
• Leadership, technical guidance, and training of Aircraft Maintenance Technicians and junior maintenance personnel
• Oversight of work orders, maintenance documentation, airworthiness requirements, and regulatory compliance activities
• Performance of aircraft operational checks, ground runs, and IFR certifications as required
• Primary technical support for technicians, customers, and internal departments regarding complex maintenance issues and troubleshooting
• Support of root cause analysis, technical research, and procedural improvements to enhance safety, quality, and operational efficiency
• Coordination with Quality, Parts, and other departments to support workflow continuity and aircraft delivery schedules
• Accurate completion of maintenance records, parts documentation, timecard entries, and regulatory paperwork
• Maintenance of shop safety standards, tool control, and ground support equipment
• Support of off-site maintenance activities and operational requirements as needed

Benefits

• 11 paid holidays a year
• 15 days of paid vacation time
• 6 days of paid sick/personal time
• Increase to 20 days of paid vacation time after 5 years with Pilatus
• 90% of medical, dental, and vision premiums paid for single coverage
• 80% for family coverage
• Monthly health savings account (HSA) contributions
• 401(k) retirement plan matching up to 6%
• Life and long-term disability insurance premiums paid in full
• Tuition assistance available annually after the first year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED