Lead Helicopter Maintenance Technician in Fairfield, New Jersey at Zip Aviation

About Us:
We take pride in our workplace and have built a strong, positive culture with a great crew that works exceptionally well together. We are looking for a leader who will fit right into this collaborative, established environment, support our team dynamic, and help us maintain our high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.

Schedule & Shift Information:
• Shift Hours: 2:00 PM – 12:00 AM (Second Shift).
• Shift Structure: 4-day work week, 10-hour shifts (4x10 schedule).
• Weekend Rotation: Scheduled on a rotating basis to cover one weekend day.

Core Responsibilities:
• Lead, mentor, and work alongside a tight-knit, collaborative crew of maintenance technicians.
• Perform routine inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and overhauls on rotor-wing aircraft.
• Diagnose complex mechanical and electrical issues both independently and collaboratively with the team.
• Organize daily tasks and ensure all maintenance actions are documented with meticulous attention to detail and quality.
• Read, interpret, and utilize complex technical manuals, blueprints, engineering drawings, and schematics to safely perform maintenance tasks.
• Execute daily tasks efficiently, ensuring all maintenance actions are documented with meticulous attention to detail and quality.
• Actively protect and promote our positive workplace culture through supportive leadership.
• Lead by example on the hangar floor, demonstrating the highest level of professionalism, technical excellence, and integrity.

Job Requirements:
• License: Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate.
• Experience: Minimum of 4 years of dedicated rotor-wing maintenance experience is strictly required.
• Platform Preference: Prior maintenance experience on Bell 407 and Sikorsky S76 aircraft is highly recommended.

Key Skills:
o Organization & Detail: Exceptional organizational skills and a high attention to detail regarding safety, quality, and compliance.
o Problem-Solving: Strong independent critical thinking skills, paired with a collaborative approach to group troubleshooting.
o Technical Literacy: Exceptional ability to comprehend, interpret, and accurately apply information from aircraft maintenance manuals (AMM), structural repair manuals (SRM), and wiring diagrams.
o Team-First Mindset: Ability to integrate into an established, high-performing crew and maintain a positive attitude.
o Lead-by-Example Philosophy: Commitment to setting the standard for the crew through a strong work ethic, safe practices, and accountability.