Maintenance Crew Lead (Aviation)

Location: Kinston, North Carolina, United States; full-time on-site role. Candidates must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States.

Company

hirify.global operates private aviation services, including private jet charter and a curated aircraft fleet.

What you will do

• Perform scheduled and corrective maintenance on aircraft in accordance with FAA requirements.
• Inspect engines, wings, propellers, tails, hoses, and other aircraft components for defects, corrosion, and damage.
• Troubleshoot mechanical systems, interpret manuals and technical drawings, install replacement parts, and repair sheet metal.
• Test engines and operating systems and confirm aircraft are in proper working condition before flight.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, inspections, repairs, parts, and services.
• Supervise assigned technicians, coordinate timecards and schedules, provide mentoring, and support performance reviews.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; must be at least 18 years old.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant License required.
• At least three years of hands-on aircraft maintenance experience; extensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical systems.
• Thorough knowledge of current FAA regulations, IPM, and ATA codes.
• Proficient English reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension required.
• U.S. work authorization and two forms of federal identification required; background check and FAA-compliant pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing apply.

Nice to have

• Five years of hands-on aircraft maintenance experience.
• Experience with Corridor and business or corporate jets.
• Scissor lift or forklift certification.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive pay within the aviation industry.
• Generous time off and flexible scheduling.
• 401(k) matching and a benefits package.
• Relocation assistance and career growth opportunities.
• Company-issued uniform and department dress code.
• Work involves hangar noise, fumes, moving mechanical parts, extreme weather, ladders or scaffolding, awkward positions, and lifting or pulling up to 75 pounds.