Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Garmin International, Inc. • Salem, OR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Garmin is seeking a full-time Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician in Salem, Oregon. The role coordinates and carries out aircraft maintenance activities, forecasts upcoming maintenance events, develops achievable schedules, leads inspections on large and small aircraft, serves as a technical resource for other departments, and mentors less-experienced technicians. The position also supports engineering, research and development, and certification projects, and contributes input to department budgeting and recruiting activities.

The technician maintains aircraft in accordance with FAA regulations and performs routine through complex maintenance, inspections, weighing, major repairs, and alterations. The role coordinates day-to-day maintenance work and associates’ activities, tracks inspection status, assists with scheduling, and provides technical guidance to junior technicians. Overtime and a flexible schedule may be required.

Requirements

• At least 15 years of relevant aviation maintenance experience, or an equivalent combination of education and aviation-related experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Airframe and Powerplant certificate and Inspection Authorization rating.
• Ability to lead inspections and supervise junior technicians on large, multiengine aircraft.
• Ability to understand and comply with Manufacturer Inspection Program requirements.
• Ability to prioritize and manage time-sensitive responsibilities.
• Creativity and ingenuity in solving complex problems.
• Troubleshooting expertise to resolve routine and complex discrepancies and assist others with technical issues.
• Ability to interpret complex wiring diagrams and aircraft system architectures without assistance.
• Sound understanding of Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations.
• Ability to maintain aircraft maintenance records in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in towing and taxiing aircraft.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills; highly motivated.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Experience working in compliance with Department of Transportation requirements.
• Ability to routinely bend, twist, lift up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds using safe lifting techniques; push or pull equipment up to 200 pounds; stand and sit for extended periods; kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, climb ladders, and walk long distances throughout the facility; perform repetitive motions; tolerate aircraft-maintenance products, materials, and fumes; work in confined spaces and at heights above four feet; and tolerate extreme temperatures and noisy environments.
• Willingness to work overtime and a flexible schedule as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain aircraft in accordance with current Federal Aviation Administration regulations.
• Coordinate daily aircraft maintenance and associates’ activities by assigning and prioritizing tasks to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Coordinate support for engineering, research and development, and certification projects.
• Perform routine and complex aircraft maintenance, including servicing, oil and filter changes, tire maintenance, lightbulb and battery replacement, aircraft weighing, major repairs, and alterations.
• Track aircraft inspection status and assist with maintenance scheduling.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to less-experienced aircraft maintenance technicians.
• Apply technical expertise and analysis to assigned projects.
• Participate in recruiting activities as assigned.
• Provide input into department budgeting.

Benefits

• Eligible for Garmin's benefit program; details are available through Garmin Benefits.

What This Job Offers

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