StandardAero · 2 days ago
Crew Chief
1200 North Airport Drive, Springfield, IL, 62707, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$47.22/hr - $59.02/hr
5+ years expStandardAero is an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. The Crew Chief is responsible for all technical operations on assigned aircraft, ensuring quality of work and compliance with regulations while supervising a team of technicians.
Aerospace
Responsibilities
Maintains strong relationships with the Inspection Department to ensure quality, and updates customers on job progress
Implements all paperwork related to job orders. Controls hours charged to the job
Ensures consistent safe work practices and that crew members are well-trained on aircraft, engines, and modifications
Provides technical guidance on aircraft maintenance, engine configurations, and modifications, including service bulletins and directives. Acts as Directly in Charge of Maintenance per 14 CFR Part 145, ensuring compliance with FARs, Quality Procedures, and local instructions. Stays updated on maintenance/project scopes and coordinates for timely completion
Assigns work based on crew expertise and deadlines, trains personnel in proper procedures, and ensures maintenance meets FAA standards. Manages project progress and adjusts personnel and resources as needed
Supervises technicians in aircraft/engine maintenance and modifications, handles performance appraisals, salary recommendations, rewards, recognition, and discipline. Ensures accountability for work quality
Reviews incoming work scopes with all teams to implement: action plans, parts ordering, work order setup, and customer debriefing. Documents additional items and issues found during inspection
Orders parts, returns scrap and repairable items daily, ensures proper handling and storage, and segregates non-conforming articles
Manages all job paperwork, updates work orders with job cards, reviews documentation before final release, and ensures accurate maintenance records and daily computer system input
Monitors job hours to control costs and meet deadlines. Reviews daily employee time records for accuracy
Ensures quality standards with Inspection Department. Advises Quality Leader on system changes. Releases aircraft to inspection upon job completion
Available and willing to work overtime and travel as required
Supports. promotes, addresses and adheres to safety, environmental, and general housekeeping policies
Performs other duties as required by the department
Duties may be delegated, as necessary. However, Crew Chiefs are responsible for the accomplishment of assigned duties and responsibilities
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Five years' experience as an A & P mechanic in service/engine shop or five years of craftsman experience in modifications (paint, sheet metal, wood, or trim) or 5 years' experience as an installer or technician in avionics
Demonstrated technical ability on airframes and/or engine models in the areas of heavy maintenance, light maintenance, and service bulletins
Demonstrated technical ability in avionics, paint, sheet metal, wood, or trim projects
Demonstrated ability to diagnose and resolve technical problems
The following departments require an A&P Mechanic License: Airframe Service and Engine Shop
In the Modifications Department, must meet all requirements to obtain a FAA Repairman's Certificate
Must be appropriately certificated in accordance with 14 CFR Part 65
Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and coordinate multiple activities to achieve quality maintenance within established time-frames
Good interpersonal skills and verbal ability in order to communicate and work effectively with customers and employees
Must be authorized to work in the U.S
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, walk, bend, stretch, and climb ladders
Must be able to think clearly and speak intelligibly on the telephone and in person
Must be able to manipulate equipment of all sizes, tools, computer keyboards, and telephones
Must have excellent hand-to-eye coordination
Preferred
Previous supervisory experience is preferred
Experience with Hawker, Falcon, Gulfstream and Bombardier preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive Healthcare
401(k) with 100% company match up to 5%; vested immediately
Paid Time Off
Bonus opportunities
Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short- & Long-Term Disability
Life & AD&D Insurance
Learning & Training opportunities
Company
StandardAero
StandardAero is a provider of aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul services.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.85B2025-05-21Post Ipo Secondary· $840M
2025-03-24Post Ipo Secondary· $1.01B
2024-10-02IPO
Leadership Team
Marc Drobny
President, Military & Energy
Recent News
2025-12-11
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