Crew chief Jobs in Springfield, IL

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The Crew Chief is responsible for all technical operations on assigned aircraft, engines, and / or modification orders. He / she is the technical leader at the job site, and has ultimate responsibility for the quality of work performed and turn time. The Crew Chief is considered Directly in Charge of Maintenance as defined in 14 CFR Part 145. The Crew Chief complies with all applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), Quality Procedures (QPs), and local work instructions. crew of technicians and / or shop personnel.

What you’ll do :

• Maintains strong relationships with the Inspection Department to ensure quality, and updates customers on job progress.
• Implements all paperwork related to job orders. Controls hours charged to the job.
• Ensures consistent safe work practices and that crew members are well-trained on aircraft, engines, and modifications.
• Provides technical guidance on aircraft maintenance, engine configurations, and modifications, including service bulletins and directives. Acts as Directly in Charge of Maintenance per 14 CFR Part 145, ensuring compliance with FARs, Quality Procedures, and local instructions. Stays updated on maintenance / project scopes and coordinates for timely completion.
• Assigns work based on crew expertise and deadlines, trains personnel in proper procedures, and ensures maintenance meets FAA standards. Manages project progress and adjusts personnel and resources as needed.
• Supervises technicians in aircraft / engine maintenance and modifications, handles performance appraisals, salary recommendations, rewards, recognition, and discipline. Ensures accountability for work quality.
• Reviews incoming work scopes with all teams to implement : action plans, parts ordering, work order setup, and customer debriefing. Documents additional items and issues found during inspection.
• Orders parts, returns scrap and repairable items daily, ensures proper handling and storage, and segregates non-conforming articles.
• Manages all job paperwork, updates work orders with job cards, reviews documentation before final release, and ensures accurate maintenance records and daily computer system input.
• Monitors job hours to control costs and meet deadlines. Reviews daily employee time records for accuracy.
• Ensures quality standards with Inspection Department. Advises Quality Leader on system changes. Releases aircraft to inspection upon job completion.
• Available and willing to work overtime and travel as required.
• Supports. promotes, addresses and adheres to safety, environmental, and general housekeeping policies.
• Performs other duties as required by the department.
• Duties may be delegated, as necessary. However, Crew Chiefs are responsible for the accomplishment of assigned duties and responsibilities.

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