Lead, Avionics

Job Description - Lead, Avionics (18151)

AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments:
Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering and Expeditionary Services. AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company’s mission is to go above and beyond to provide value‑driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society.

The Lead, Avionics R&E Technician is responsible to his or her respective department supervisor for all functions assigned to provide airworthiness of the aircraft upon completion of maintenance at the facility.

• Being available for consultation on matters relating to work being accomplished on his or her assigned aircraft.
• Ensuring all required paperwork is satisfactorily completed and signed and comply with all existing regulations and procedures.
• Ensuring all equipment is properly used and adequate safeguards are in place to protect the customers’ aircraft and equipment.
• Monitoring and reporting to supervisors the work of personnel under his or her responsibility for proper work performance, productivity, quality and personnel safety.
• Assisting supervisors as requested in reviewing personnel for job qualifications and status and for maximizing manpower.
• Performing on the job training for personnel.
• Providing guidance and technical advice to assigned technicians.
• Coordinating with other appropriate departments to organize and control the customers’ work package and any special considerations.
• All other duties as assigned.

• This position requires compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Candidates must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR (U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or individual admitted as a refugee or granted asylum).
• Associates degree AA or equivalent from two year college or technical school or four (4) years related experience and or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High school diploma or general education degree GED required.
• Must have an FAA A&P License, FCC license or hold a Repairman Certificate, an FCC certificate, or a Radio Repairman Operator certificate as applicable to the work they are overseeing.
• Fluent in English (speech, reading, writing).

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

• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
• Ability to use required safety equipment.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

Operations

Full-time

Non-exempt

AAR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.