Lead Aircraft Structural Technician​/Inspector

Tom Wood Aviation, in Indianapolis, IN is searching for a Lead Aircraft Technician/Inspector to become a reliable member of our team at the Indianapolis Metropolitan Airport. The ideal candidate has a keen attention to detail, high-quality workmanship, and ensures that all work complies with federal aviation regulations, company policies, and safety standards.

Pay:

• $35.00-$43.00 hourly
• Up to $5,000 signing bonus offered, payable within 30 days of start date. Must remain employed for 12 months or bonus is repayable in full.

Responsibilities:

• Lead aircraft maintenance projects, ensuring timely and accurate completion of work.
• Serve as subject matter expert, troubleshooting complex system malfunctions.
• Coordinate with engineers, inspectors and flight crews to resolve mechanical issues.
• Conduct final inspections and return to service, completed work to verify compliance with all regulations.
• Train and mentor Level 1 and Level 2 technicians, promoting best practices and safety culture.
• Assist with developing and implementing new maintenance procedures and training programs.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving aviation technology and regulatory changes.
• Provide advanced tools for the position.

Qualifications:

• Must hold a valid Airframe & Powerplant Certification
• 5+ years of experience in aircraft maintenance, with leadership and supervisory experience.
• Extensive knowledge of aircraft electrical systems, regulations, and troubleshooting repairs.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with continuous improvement focus.
• MUST HAVE-Valid driver's license with clean driving record

Benefits:

• PTO & Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k with Company Match
• Life
• Disability
• Training
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Career Advancement
• Wisely & Daily Pay

About Tom Wood Group

The Tom Wood Group is proud to be family-owned and locally operated for over 50 years. Since our start in 1967, the Tom Wood Group has grown outside of automotive to include many franchises with locations throughout the Midwest and New Zealand.

Our Core Values:
Humbly Confident, Passionately Driven, Sincere Desire to Help Others, Uncompromising Integrity

Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a background screening including a criminal background check, a review of motor vehicle record, verification of social security number, and passing a drug test at a certified testing facility. Tom Wood Group is an equal-opportunity employer.