Lead, Line Maintenance Technician

Location:

Fort Lauderdale, United States of America Thales people architect solutions that enable two-thirds of planes to take off and land safely. We create in-flight entertainment systems that engross 50 million fliers every year and we develop the avionics that control the world’s largest commercial aircrafts. Our simulators train the next generation of pilots for fighter jets, transporters and search and rescue helicopters.

And, together, each and every member of our aerospace team makes a difference. When you rely on airlines to connect you in flight, you rely on Thales. In an increasingly fast paced world, we make the unpredictable, predictable by connecting and entertain passengers to make your life better. Combining a diversity of talents, we master the decisive moments that matter to passengers and airlines.

Whatever it takes.

Position Summary Thales is looking for a Lead, Line Maintenance Technician, whose role involves performing line maintenance, installation, repair station, and ground equipment maintenance activities on Thales In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) systems and other systems for which the technician is authorized and trained. In this position, you will serve as a technical lead, supporting the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of IFE equipment and systems while helping ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable technical and quality requirements.

Referral Bonus Eligibility:
Tier 1 - $2,500

• Act as Shift Lead for Technicians by directing the crew, prioritizing shift workload, resolving routine issues in accordance with established instructions, policies, training, and accepted practices, and consulting with the Team Leader on unique situations without clear precedent.
• Train Team members, assign and review their work, and regularly perform the same maintenance activities alongside the Team.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and system modifications on all authorized systems, ensuring airline logbook discrepancies related to applicable systems are resolved in a timely manner.
• Ensure the Team follows established procedures and that aircraft logbooks are properly utilized, completed, and signed off in a timely manner for all work performed on aircraft.
• Document maintenance activities daily in accordance with established procedures and submit required daily reports to the Supervisor of Maintenance.
• Provide customers with ongoing support while ensuring Company policies and procedures are consistently followed and upheld.

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Diploma required, with a minimum of two (2) years of line maintenance experience and comprehensive knowledge of avionics/electronics.
• Valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificates or Thales Repairman Certificate required;
  Leads holding a Repairman Certificate must obtain an Airframe and Powerplant Certificate within one (1) year of assuming the Lead position and must meet recent experience requirements in accordance with 14 CFR 65.83.
• Strong avionics knowledge with the ability to read and interpret blueprints and wiring diagrams, follow written procedures and instructions, and terminate electrical connectors using proper crimping and soldering methods acceptable within the aviation industry.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment, adapt to changing conditions and direction, analyze problems and situations of moderate scope, and clearly summarize and present information to Supervisors and Customers; proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook,…