Description
Take-off with Pilatus! If you would like to be part of an outstanding team of aviation enthusiasts, we invite you to explore our job opportunity in Rock Hill, SC. The Crew Chief is responsible for overseeing maintenance activities, supporting technicians, and ensuring regulatory compliance, workflow continuity, and high-quality aircraft maintenance operations. This position combines hands-on aircraft maintenance responsibilities with technical leadership, troubleshooting, and coordination across departments to support safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performance of aircraft inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and installations in accordance with FAA regulations and approved maintenance procedures
- Leadership, technical guidance, and training of Aircraft Maintenance Technicians and junior maintenance personnel
- Oversight of work orders, maintenance documentation, airworthiness requirements, and regulatory compliance activities
- Performance of aircraft operational checks, ground runs, and IFR certifications as required
- Primary technical support for technicians, customers, and internal departments regarding complex maintenance issues and troubleshooting
- Support of root cause analysis, technical research, and procedural improvements to enhance safety, quality, and operational efficiency
- Coordination with Quality, Parts, and other departments to support workflow continuity and aircraft delivery schedules
- Accurate completion of maintenance records, parts documentation, timecard entries, and regulatory paperwork
- Maintenance of shop safety standards, tool control, and ground support equipment
- Support of off-site maintenance activities and operational requirements as needed
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- Ideal candidate has 7+ years of aircraft maintenance experience on PC-12, PC-24, or similar aircraft preferred, with 2 years experience within an FAA Part 145 Repair Station environment
- Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant License required; Inspection Authorization preferred
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to interpret technical manuals, blueprints, maintenance documentation, and illustrated parts catalogs
- Strong knowledge of aircraft systems including airframes, engines, hydraulics, avionics, and electrical systems
- Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and root cause analysis skills for complex mechanical and electrical issues
- Experience performing aircraft operational checks, ground runs, and IFR certifications preferred
- Strong leadership, communication, and team collaboration skills
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and regulatory compliance
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced maintenance environment and support operational priorities as required
What We Offer
- 11 paid holidays a year, plus 15 days of paid vacation time, and 6 days of paid sick/personal time to start with an increase to 20 days of paid vacation time after 5 years with Pilatus
- 90% of medical, dental, and vision premiums paid for single coverage and 80% for family coverage, averaging $9,600 annually
- Monthly health savings account (HSA) contributions totaling $2,250 for single coverage and $3,000 for family coverage annually
- 401(k) retirement plan matching up to 6%
- Life and long-term disability insurance premiums paid in full
- Tuition assistance available annually after the first year
The pay rate for this position is $41.00- $46.00 per hour depending on experience. Pay rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application as soon as possible. Please note that this announcement may close at any time, early applications are encouraged.
With over 3,000 employees and about 200 apprentices at its headquarters in Stans, Switzerland, completion center in Broomfield, Colorado, and multiple service centers across Westminster, MD, Rock Hill, SC, Chamblee, GA and Sarasota, FL, the Pilatus family unites people from over 40 countries. We offer a secure, innovative, international, and sustainable work environment. Courage, vision, and outstanding performance have made us a strong company. Our culture is shaped by a high level of quality awareness, close customer relationships, and a high degree of employee commitment.
Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
