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AAR · 1 day ago

Aircraft Mechanic 3 Lead

AAR is a company focused on providing innovative aerospace solutions. They are seeking an Aircraft Mechanic 3 Lead to perform complex operations in support of aircraft maintenance, ensuring airworthiness and compliance with maintenance protocols.

AerospaceCommercialGovernmentNational Security
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Responsibilities

Lead and direct the maintenance tasks being performed by mechanics under your leadership
Manage the scheduling of work being performed to ensure the aircraft meets the targeted Return to Service time
Ensure the work is being performed in accordance with approved methods, required maintenance manuals, task cards, etc
Ensure the use of proper tools and equipment
Ensure all work performed is properly and correctly documented
Sit, stoop, bend, crawl, crouch, and climb aircraft to repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structural components such as cowlings and functional components
Rigging, surface controls, and plumbing and hydraulic units
Inspects engines and associated components for airworthiness
Repair or replace defective engine components
Remove and install engines, props or rotor blades, transmissions, flight controls and other aircraft components
Read and interpret original equipment manufacturer and program maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other related documentation to determine feasibility and method of altering or repairing the aircraft and its associated components
Determine the airworthiness of the aircraft and its associated components
Troubleshoot, repair, and replace electrical wiring and associated components
Perform progressive phase, periodic and other calendar/hourly inspections
Perform miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including hydraulic system servicing, engine oil replenishment, aircraft systems lubrication, aircraft fueling, etc
Interacts with Company Production Control, the Customer and manufacturer in matters that concern the airworthiness of the aircraft, operational readiness of the aircraft and issues related to the troubleshooting of the aircraft system
Knowledge of U.S. Army Maintenance Documentation System, i.e.,738-751 DoS Pam Gen 1, 328-23
Required to complete maintenance documentation in compliance with all applicable program procedures. Required to make entries electronically through the program MIS

Qualification

FAA Mechanic CertificateAircraft Maintenance ExperienceElectricalAvionicsH-60UH-1 ExperienceMaintenance DocumentationTechnical Manual ComprehensionPhysical AgilitySecurity ClearanceCommunication Skills

Required

High School diploma or GED
Federal Aviation Administration issued Mechanic certificate with both Airframe and Powerplant ratings
Ability to communicate effectively with customers in both written and oral form
Ability to read and comprehend maintenance manuals and technical data in English
CMF 15 aviation MOS series or another military or commercial equivalent to the assigned aircraft
Minimum of 10 years prior experience maintaining specific assigned aircraft (H-60 and UH-1)
10 years direct experience in aircraft maintenance, civilian or military
Must have exercised the privilege of their Airframe and Powerplant License for a minimum of 6 months of the previous 24 months
Must have previous experience working on phase or heavy maintenance on assigned aircraft
Experience with working from blueprint drawings, diagram, specifications, service manuals, sketches, templates, and other incomplete data
Ability to sit, stoop, bend, crawl, crouch, and climb aircraft to perform aircraft maintenance task
Ability to obtain and maintain the required U.S. Security Clearance

Preferred

Strong Electrical and Avionics background

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Generous paid time off program.
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Company

AAR is an aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company providing aircraft parts, maintenance (MRO), and engineering solutions.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.56B
2025-09-30Post Ipo Equity· $239M
2025-08-11Post Ipo Debt· $150M
2024-02-14Post Ipo Debt· $550M

Leadership Team

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David P. Storch
Chairman and CEO
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John Holmes
Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer
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