DAS Aviation is one of the industry leading repair organizations and we recognize this is the result of our talented team of trusted employees working together to deliver customer service excellence.  We are committed to providing our employees with personal and professional growth opportunities while fostering a culture of respect and well-being with a small company feel.   

When you join our team, We don’t think you should have to wait for your benefits to kick in. That’s why when you start, they start with you! This includes medical, dental, 401K match, time off accruals, weekly pay days and much more. We don’t want you to live to work, we want you to work and live.  

What you can expect as a Landing Gear Team Lead at DAS:

This position is for the management of a team for Landing Gear. The duties include the responsibility of supervising a team and direct project flow.  In addition to human resource skills, this position requires knowledge of Landing Gear and aircraft systems, including the ability to troubleshoot in the areas of hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems.  This position also supervises the inspection of landing gear or mechanical systems.  Job duties will vary each day and will encompass projects as coordinated with the Program Manager. Will be required to work independently and lead multiple projects.  Will have direct customer contact and supervise programs and customer sales. 

You will be ESSENTIAL to many FUNCTIONS including:

• Customarily and regularly direct the work of at least 10 other employees in daily work and project management for completion of projects.  This responsibility includes the requirement to give suggestions and recommendations about the hiring, termination, advancement, promotion or any other change of status regarding employees that this position supervises.
• Supervise a team and direct projects on landing gear and related systems. 
• Troubleshooting and evaluation of systems on the landing gear as needed.
• Oversee inspection and evaluation of the landing gear and components as needed.
• Supervise the maintenance and repair of shop facility, equipment and tooling.
• Work independently on projects and lead multiple projects.
• Work with customers in project management, pricing and customer support roles.
• Develop and assist with sales and quotes for assigned aircraft.
• Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management. 

What you’ll need to bring with you: 

Your Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Airframe and Powerplant License preferred.
Aircraft specific factory training is preferred. 

Your Initiative:
Self-motivated and able to maintain a rapid pace.
Process work with minimum supervision.
Lead and provide incentive to other team members.
Deal directly with customers, including with areas of conflict. 

Your Sense of Responsibility:      
Attend work every day as scheduled to include overtime and weekend assignments. 
Notify supervisor in advance of shift starting if unable to work.
Must have reliable transportation to get to work each day. 
Must perform all work in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.
Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.
Maintain customer-oriented work habits.
Direct the work and flow of multiple projects.
Supervise team members in daily operations and duties.
Completion of work orders, FAA paperwork and billing items.
Develop, supervise and grow maintenance programs on particular models.
Understand and implement regulations and guidelines.
Troubleshoot and evaluate system operations.
Work with others in a professional manner.
Coordinate projects through strong team management skills.

 Other particulars: 

Physical Requirements                  
Lift at least 50 lbs.
Routine walking, bending and squatting or sitting.
Routing or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands.
Basic personal computer operations.

Mental Requirements                      
Understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines.
Troubleshoot or evaluate system operation.
Work with others in a professional manner.
Coordinate project.
Team management skills.
Extensive customer contact skills.

Supervision                                       
Will work under supervision of Program Manager.
Will directly supervise multiple technicians.
Work with other Team Leaders on multiple projects in a cooperative manner.

Working Conditions       
Most of the work will be accomplished in a shop environment.

Equipment Used                                
Personal hand tools supplied by the mechanic.
Pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical equipment.
Jacks, stands, lifts and other support devices.
Tugs, power carts and other engine powered equipment.
Personal computer and work order prints.