Lead Maintenance Technician at Supernal
West Covina, CA
About the Job
Rise above. Are you ready to take human possibility to a new dimension with us?
Supernal is an Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) company that’s developing an electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicle and the ground-to-air ecosystem to support the emerging industry. By creating a sustainable, integrated, and human-centered ecosystem, we are committed to taking a thoughtful and responsible approach to entering the AAM market with a product that meets the high level of safety and reliability in today’s air transportation system.
The future of mobility starts with people. We believe in creative thinking and collaboration to help build a better mobility experience for everyone, improving people’s ability to move – whether for work or play. Join our dynamic team as we strive to be a part of something greater where potential powers tomorrow!
Supernal provides an inviting open-space workplace designed to foster collaboration, which aligns with one of our core values. This position is required to work on-site 5 days a week.
What we do:
The Lead Maintenance Technician is responsible during 2nd shift hours for assembling, inspecting, repairing, and troubleshooting both mechanical and electrical components on advanced rotorcraft, test, and support equipment. The role involves ensuring the safe execution of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, preventative maintenance, inspections, functional testing, and troubleshooting in accordance with applicable Supernal and industry guidelines. Additionally, the position will oversee the workflow of a team of maintenance technicians and support Test and Evaluation Programs, including laboratory, ground, and flight operations.
This position is required to work during 2nd shift hours, please note work hours may flex depending on business need.
What you can do:
- Work with Program & Project Leaders, Engineering, Safety, Quality Management, Procurement, Program Management Office, and Test organization members
- Oversee maintenance technicians' workflows to assist with their daily tasks
- Conduct aircraft minor and major modifications
- Conduct routine/preventative maintenance
- Test article build-up and maintenance
- Troubleshoot aircraft and test systems
- Follow standard ground operations, including jacking, towing, and fueling
- Weight and Balance
- Track and Balance
- Conduct electrical assembly and repair
- Maintain a clean working environment at all times
- Responsible for accurately completing all required paperwork
- Perform build-up and maintenance, ensure that quality objectives, configuration control, and conformity requirements are met
- Manage the logistics for new parts/supplies when necessary
- Ensure adherence to company safety and operating policies/procedures
- Up to 10% of domestic and international travel
- Other duties as assigned
What you can contribute:
- GED or HS diploma required; college degree preferred
- Minimum seven (7) years of experience as an aircraft technician (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered)
- Familiarity with standard and non-standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the aviation field
- Knowledge of high/low voltage power systems and safe working practices
- Composite assembly and repair
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proactive delivery of communication and follow-up
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Must have the ability to independently prioritize and accomplish work within time constraints
- Proficiency with Excel VLOOKUP, pivot tables, MS Office Suite
You may also be able to contribute:
- Flight Operations experience preferred
- Rotorcraft experience preferred
- Experimental Flight Test experience preferred
Base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location.
Click HERE or visit: https://jobs.supernal.aero/benefits to view our benefits!
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other category or class protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation at: ta-support@supernal.aero
This position may include access to certain technology and/or software source code subject to U.S. export controls laws and regulations. If an export authorization from an applicable US regulatory agency is required in connection with your employment, your employment is contingent upon Supernal’s receipt of such regulatory authorization(s) and your continued compliance with all conditions and limitations pursuant to such authorization(s).
