Crew Chief - Test Cell - Standard Aero

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Your work ties us all together, helping our teams function and operate. Experience opportunities to learn and be a part of an organization that has your back. With competitive compensation and total rewards, you'll also enjoy our great perks.

As the Test Cell Crew Chief at StandardAero, you will serve as the technical lead in the Engine Shop, supervising the test cell crew and ensuring overall performance excellence. You will be responsible for all technical operations on assigned engines, APUs or modification orders, while ensuring safe work practices are consistently employed.

What You Will Do

• Supervise and lead the Test Cell / Engine Shop crew to maintain high performance and adherence to safety standards on each job.
• Monitor hours charged to jobs to control costs and approve technicians’ time for accuracy.
• Maintain effective communication to ensure timely delivery of products to customers.
• Pre-plan work scope and action plans for incoming jobs, including ordering parts as needed.
• Implement and manage all paperwork related to job orders, conducting final reviews of documentation before submission for quality assurance.
• Provide quotes for labor and parts needed when discrepancies arise.
• Monitor progressive sign-offs to ensure all tasks are completed satisfactorily.
• Serve as the technical expert on assigned engine types, performing hands-on maintenance as required.
• Conduct preliminary, hidden damage, and final inspections of aircraft or components.
• Interact with customers to provide technical guidance and support.

Basic Qualifications

• Valid FAA Airframe &Powerplant license.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proven experience in a leadership role within an aviation maintenance environment.
• Strong understanding of aircraft maintenance and operations, particularly on assigned fleet types.
• Excellent planning, organization, communication (both oral and written), and decision-making skills.
• Must be authorized to work in the US.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting, calibrating, and supervising in a test cell environment. 
• Experience in Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) environments.
• Familiarity with aviation maintenance software and systems.
• Experience with Honeywell propulsion engine and APU products.

Benefits That Make Life Better

• Comprehensive Healthcare Insurance
• 401(k) with a 5% company match, immediately vested
• Paid Time Off starting on day one!
• Quarterly Bonus opportunities
• Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Career development and cross-training opportunities

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911

With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers' missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

Inclusivity Is Our Standard

It is StandardAero's policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.