Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician (SBD)

Sun Country Airlines•San Bernardino, CA

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Sun Country Airlines is seeking a Lead Aircraft Maintenance Technician to provide technical leadership, coordination, and work direction to assigned Aircraft Maintenance Technicians. This role serves as the primary liaison between maintenance personnel, production control, and maintenance leadership, ensuring aircraft maintenance activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with FAA regulations and Company procedures. The position operates in a maintenance hangar and ramp area and is routinely exposed to all weather elements.

Requirements

Valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to perform all duties of an Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Strong technical, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to work under time critical and safety sensitive conditions
Must have valid driver’s license
Must be able to obtain SIDA badge

Nice To Haves

2 years of prior experience in a lead or coordinating role
2 years Boeing 737 maintenance experience
2 years Heavy check or hangar maintenance experience
Familiarity with maintenance tracking and production control processes
Previous supervisory experience
Valid US Passport preferred

Responsibilities

Lead, direct, and approve the work of assigned Aircraft Maintenance Technicians
Act as the interface between supervisors/managers and assigned group members
Coordinate maintenance activities with Production Control and Maintenance Coordinators
Provide technical support and guidance to assigned mechanics
Coordinate staffing and overtime needs with management
Track, update, and communicate task progress and ready times
Research technical issues and expedite parts availability
Assign scheduled maintenance tasks and non routine work based on skill, workload, and timelines
Participate in daily maintenance planning and shift turnover meetings
Monitor maintenance progress to ensure airworthiness and schedule compliance
Coordinate aircraft movements, parking, and hangar activity
Support troubleshooting and resolution of aircraft discrepancies
Ensure proper documentation, parts usage, and work sign off
Maintain housekeeping standards for hangars, tooling, and equipment

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit package including dental and vision
PPO and high deductible health plans
Health savings accounts (HSA and FSA)
Dependent Care
Starting day one free standby and discounted travel privileges for employees, family, & friends
401(k) match
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program including counseling for employees and their family
Fitness incentive and Stop Smoking Support