NEOGOV · 3 months ago
Aircraft Mechanic Lead
Santa Ynez Valley, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$102K/yr - $123K/yr
3+ years expNEOGOV is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic Lead for Santa Barbara County’s Air Support Unit. The role involves leading aircraft maintenance operations, ensuring airworthiness, and providing technical guidance to mechanics in a team-focused environment.
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Responsibilities
Plans, schedules, and performs maintenance on Air Support Unit (ASU) helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft, including work on airframes, engines, electrical systems, and rotor systems
Leads and provides guidance to aircraft mechanics performing preventive maintenance, inspections, modifications, and repairs; ensures work complies with federal aviation regulations, manufacturer specifications, technical manuals, and industry standards
Coordinates with pilots, including the ASU Chief Pilot, crew chiefs, and managers regarding aircraft status, availability, and maintenance needs
Performs detailed return-to-service inspections to ensure airworthiness, compliance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements, and adherence to safety standards; approves the return of aircraft to service after maintenance or repair conducted by other mechanics; and exercises authority to ground aircraft as needed
Assists with the development of the aircraft maintenance budget; prioritizes maintenance projects based on timelines and unit priorities ensuring maximum safe aircraft availability
Establishes and maintains a comprehensive record system documenting all maintenance, inspections, and repairs performed on each aircraft in accordance with FAA and manufacturer mandates
Serves as a technical resource to other mechanics by advising on complex maintenance procedures, troubleshooting issues, and reviewing work to ensure quality and compliance with regulatory standards
Identifies the need for tools, equipment, and consumable items that may increase the efficiency of the aviation unit
Ensures the aviation unit hangar, work areas, and aircraft are maintained in a clean and safe condition and promotes adherence to safety protocols among team members
Supports mechanic certification and licensing compliance by staying current with regulatory requirements and participating in relevant training
May drive departmental vehicles to pick up and/or deliver parts or components; and may be required to participate in test flights
May be assigned to drive fuel trucks, dispense fuel, and maintain records of fuel usage
Qualification
Required
Possession of a valid Federal Aviation Administration Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant Ratings issued in accordance with 14 C.F.R. 65 subpart D
Three (3) years of post-certificate/ratings experience repairing, maintaining, and approving the return of turbine-powered helicopters to service
Must obtain FAA Inspection Authorization certificate within one year of appointment
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License is required at the time of appointment
Incumbents may have to obtain a California Class B Driver's License
Incumbents must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed and to travel to locations outside Santa Barbara County for periods of up to 14 days in support of incident activities
Preferred
Experience in repairing and maintaining Bell and Sikorsky helicopters
Experience performing maintenance and repairs on helicopter models and series currently operated by Santa Barbara County ASU: Bell OH58/206, Bell UH1H/UH1N/205/212, and Sikorsky Blackhawk Helicopters S70/UH60
Experience performing maintenance and repairs on Cessna single engine fixed-wing aircraft
Completion of helicopter factory maintenance education or other certified technical training programs, including military aviation maintenance training
Possession of FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) Certificate
Experience working in Part 145 Repair Station Operations
One year of experience providing technical direction to a team of aircraft mechanics in a maintenance setting, including task coordination, troubleshooting support, and return-to-service inspection responsibilities
Benefits
Benefits and Wellness Plans - Medical/Dental/Vision
Retirement Plan
Generous County Defined Benefit Plan
Eligible to participate in 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan
Retirement Reciprocity with CalPERS, CalSTRS, and 1937 Act plans
Choice of dental, vision and medical plans. In addition to the Benefit Allowance noted above, the County contributes toward medical premiums and dental premiums
On-Site Employee Health Clinics in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria which provide ongoing and episodic services to eligible employees and their eligible dependents
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers free, confidential assistance with personal and workplace problems to employees and their immediate family members
Healthcare Advocacy Program to help employees navigate the complexities of health plan benefits
Available Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account (HSA), Supplemental Term or Whole Life Insurance, Personal Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance and more!
Vacation Leave 12 to 25 days per year depending on length of public employment
Sick Leave 12 days annually with unlimited accumulation, one year of which can be converted to service credit upon retirement
Paid Holidays based on bargaining unit (view the compensation summary for this bargaining unit, link below)
Alternative Transportation Benefit (TDM) up to 2 days of additional vacation for using alternative methods of commuting
County Paid Term Life Insurance
County Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
Childcare and Employee Discounts
Relocation Assistance may apply
Flexible work schedule may apply
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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