Lead, Avionics

Job Description - Lead, Avionics (17798)

About Us:

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 Avionics R&E Lead 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.

• Provide Technical Support and Oversight: Be available for consultation on work-related matters, provide guidance and technical advice to assigned technicians, and assist supervisors in reviewing personnel qualifications and maximizing manpower.
• Aircraft and Job Proficiency: Be accomplished on assigned aircraft and perform on-the-job training to support team development and proficiency.
• Paperwork and Compliance: Ensure all paperwork is completed accurately, signed, and in compliance with regulations and procedures.
• Policy and Procedure Enforcement: Ensure direct reports follow company policies and procedures, including EHS policy, AAR Rockford Repair Station Manual, and the SMS Program.
• Equipment and Aircraft Protection: Ensure proper use of equipment and safeguards to protect customer aircraft and equipment.
• Performance Monitoring: Monitor and report personnel performance, productivity, quality, and safety to supervisors, ensuring proper work execution.
• Coordination and Additional Duties: Coordinate with relevant departments to manage customer work packages and special considerations and perform all other duties as assigned.

• Associate of Arts degree (AA) or equivalent from a 2-year college or technical school or 5-years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess a current and active FAA A&P License or hold a Repairman Certificate, an FCC certificate, or a Radio Repairman Operator certificate as applicable to the work they are overseeing.

• 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.
• The environmental characteristic for this position is a warehouse setting.

Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional warehouse environment.

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.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $27.15 to $33.68 hourly. This range reflects the base pay for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

Operations

Full-time

Non-exempt

We are 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.