Lead Interior Mechanic

  • GAL Aerostaff
  • Millington, Tennessee
  • Full Time
Lead Interior Mechanic

Job Description:

GAL AeroStaff Ltd. is an aerospace staffing company specializing in temporary and permanent staffing for general and technical positions in the aviation and aerospace industry.

In keeping with this goal, each benefit program has been carefully devised. These benefits include time-off benefits, such as vacations and holidays, and insurance and other plan benefits. We are constantly studying and evaluating our benefits and policies to better meet present and future requirements.

Position - Lead Interior Mechanic (Aircraft Interiors / MRO)

The Lead Interior Mechanic is responsible for performing and overseeing aircraft interior maintenance, modifications, installations, and repairs in a maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) environment. This role requires strong aircraft interiors experience, leadership ability, and the capability to support widebody aircraft interior projects and heavy maintenance operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Perform installation, removal, modification, and repair of aircraft interior components

Lead and support interior technicians during maintenance and modification activities

Install and repair interior components including sidewalls, ceiling panels, carpeting, seats, bins, lavatories, galleys, and monuments

Read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and technical documentation

Perform fitting, trimming, drilling, fastening, and assembly of interior components

Ensure all work is completed in compliance with FAA regulations and company standards

Inspect completed work to ensure quality and airworthiness standards are met

Support heavy maintenance and aircraft modification projects on widebody aircraft

Troubleshoot interior discrepancies and determine corrective actions

Assist in training and mentoring junior interior technicians

Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and records

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment

Other duties as assigned

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Leadership - Provides guidance and support to interior teams

Communication - Communicates clearly with team members and leadership

Dependability - Maintains reliability and accountability

Initiative - Takes ownership of projects and operational goals

Teamwork - Works collaboratively in a heavy maintenance environment

Work Quality - Ensures precision and compliance in all interior work performed

Safety - s safety procedures and promotes a safe work environment

Problem Solving - Diagnoses and resolves installation and fitment issues effectively

Summary of Education, Experience & Certification

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Minimum 4+ years of aircraft interior experience required

Widebody aircraft experience required

Military aircraft interior experience considered

Must be authorized to work in the United States

FAA Airframe license preferred but not required unless specified by program requirements.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Strong knowledge of aircraft interior installation and repair practices

Experience performing interior modifications and maintenance on widebody aircraft

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation

Experience with fitting, trimming, drilling, fastening, and interior assembly

Ability to install and repair aircraft interior components and structures

Strong attention to detail and quality standards

Ability to work in a fast-paced MRO or heavy maintenance environment

Leadership experience or ability to guide and support technicians

Must provide own tools

Ability to lift, stand, and work in various physical positions throughout the shift

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Job Info

Location

Millington, Tennessee, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

GAL Aerostaff

100 Boulder Brook Cir

Lawrenceville, Georgia 73343 USA

galaerostaff/

122 Open Jobs Available

GAL Aerostaff

Our goal is to recruit highly-qualified candidates within the aerospace industry and refer them to employers who can benefit from their specialized labour and skill sets.

Benefits:

TBD
Job ID: 521440375
Originally Posted on: 5/16/2026

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