Senior Corporate Crew Chief

Coulson Aviation • Thermal, CA

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About The Position

Coulson Aviation is seeking a Senior Corporate Crew Chief to join our diverse aerial firefighting fleet. Operating a range of aircraft—including the 737, C130, and various heavy-lift helicopters, we offer a unique rotational schedule with equal time on/off, competitive benefits, and no relocation requirements.

Reporting to the Fleet Manager or DOM, you will lead assigned teams to maintain the highest standards of airworthiness. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional with a strong work ethic and a background in heavy checks or Lockheed Maintenance programs. While field experience as a flight mechanic is an asset, we primarily value candidates who take immense pride in delivering high-quality workmanship under the pressure of critical mission deadlines.

Requirements

• Crew Chief experience preferred.
• A&P license.
• Willingness to also obtain CDL Class A license.
• Previous crew lead hand experience in maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility or similar responsibility.
• Experience overseeing all maintenance tasks, ensuring they are performed and carried out in accordance with the applicable regulatory company manual and established legislative requirements.
• Experience managing parts provisioning and pre-ordering to ensure all mx items are taken care of.
• Specific knowledge of troubleshooting complex systems and performing post maintenance checks.
• In-depth knowledge of ground support equipment and operational specific equipment.
• College education, military or Gen Fam courses are an asset.
• Willing and able to travel internationally.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical publications.
• Must have own basic hand tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Outgoing, professional, hardworking knowledgeable team player.
• Background check required.

Nice To Haves

• College education, military or Gen Fam courses are an asset.
• Field experience as a flight mechanic is an asset

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead assigned personnel for aircraft.
• Perform the incoming review to identify, control, segregate and maintain all materials (including raw materials and parts) according to the manufacturer’s requirements or standard industry practices.
• Carry out final inspection and Maintenance Release for all assigned work carried out within the scope of their authorization(s) on aeronautical products prior to return to service.
• Ensure that work sheets, logs, tracking updates, and other required records are complete, and submitted in a timely manner.
• Ensure all tools and equipment meet calibration and storage requirements and are in good working order, including operational equipment.
• Interact and laisse with agencies as the aircraft maintenance representative as required.
• Maintain company owned equipment, and self-image to meet the standards set by the company.

What This Job Offers

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