Structures Crew Chief

Service Structures Crew Chief

Elliott Aviation, a leader in aircraft solutions, has an exciting opportunity for a Service Structures Crew Chief at their location in Moline, IL. Since 1936, Elliott Aviation has been a world‑class provider of comprehensive and customer‑focused solutions for business aviation. Our vision, building partnerships that last, applies to our employees as well as our customers.

This hands‑on position is responsible for managing all aspects of assigned aircraft structures projects. This includes coordinating necessary resources, documentation, and communication with appropriate personnel, including customers, to ensure timeliness and quality maintenance for delivery of the assigned aircraft projects. This role involves inspecting, servicing, repairing, and troubleshooting aircraft airframe and structures systems, composites, and components.

• Lead assigned technicians on all aspects of assigned aircraft projects to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency throughout all phases of the projects.
• Lead projects by scheduling and assigning work for team members and monitoring day‑to‑day activities of team members for compliance and quality performance.
• Support structural repair and modification projects.
• Interpret and read aircraft blueprints/modification drawings.
• Oversee, complete, and maintain accurate and timely aircraft and project documentation.
• Inspect, service, repair, and troubleshoot aircraft airframe and structures systems, composite, and components utilizing the Elliott Aviation approved procedures and policies, FAA approved Quality Control and Repair Station Manuals, and the appropriate Original Equipment Manufacturers’ Maintenance Manuals.
• Accept ownership of assigned structural projects.
• Follow all policies and procedures including the Quality Control Manual for Elliott Aviation.
• Ensure safety and security of customer equipment, parts, and aircraft during all structural repair and modification phases.
• Support, maintain, and comply with all Federal, OSHA, State, and local regulations, and Elliott Aviation’s Environmental, Health, and Safety Policies and Processes.
• Maintain safe and clean work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to manage a team with both experienced technicians and mentor junior technicians with a calm demeanor.
• Willingness to learn by taking guidance from others.
• Ability to communicate well in advanced/complex situations.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Project Planning and scheduling skills.
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Possess excellent mechanical aptitude and a desire to initiate improvements.

• Airframe and Powerplant Certificate required.
• Ability to attain & retain AOA badge or Airport requirements.
• FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred.
• Must obtain & retain designation as an Elliott Aviation Production Inspector (Blue stamp).
• High school graduate or equivalency degree required.
• Associate or Bachelor Degree preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of FARs 43, 65, 91, 135, 145.
• 8+ years of aviation related experience required.
• 1+ years of previous project lead experience required.
• Quality System Management preferred.

$30 to $45/HR depending on experience and certifications

Benefits begin the first day of employment!

• Sign‑on Bonus and relocation bonus potential (qualified jobs only)
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance‑ Significant cost are contributed by Elliott Aviation as part of our commitment to providing a comprehensive benefit program. Plus, you can earn lower rates through our wellness program.
• RXnGo Pharmacy benefit – Generic prescription coverage at zero cost to the employee
• Time Off – You will receive 8 paid holidays and paid vacation.
• Relocation Assistance Provided for most of our positions
• 401(k) – Company Match
• Company Sponsored short‑time and long‑term disability as well as life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential consultation and resources services 24/7
• Training and Education‑ On average, Elliott Aviation invests upwards of $3,000 per team member on development of technical skills as well as soft and leadership skills