Lead A&P Mechanic

  • GAL Aerostaff
  • Millington, Tennessee
  • Full Time
Lead A&P 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 A&P Mechanic (Widebody Aircraft / MRO)

The Lead A&P Mechanic is responsible for performing and overseeing aircraft maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs in a maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) environment. This role requires strong heavy maintenance experience, leadership ability, and the capability to support widebody aircraft maintenance operations. Military aircraft maintenance experience will be considered.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance, inspections, and repairs

Lead and support maintenance technicians during heavy maintenance activities

Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical discrepancies and determine corrective actions

Read and interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, engineering drawings, and technical documentation

Remove and replace aircraft components and systems as required

Perform operational and functional checks on aircraft systems

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

Support heavy maintenance and modification activities on widebody aircraft

Inspect completed work to ensure quality and airworthiness

Assist in training and mentoring junior 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 maintenance teams

Communication - Communicates clearly with team members and leadership

Dependability - Maintains reliability and accountability

Initiative - Takes ownership of maintenance tasks and operational goals

Teamwork - Works collaboratively in a heavy maintenance environment

Work Quality - Ensures accuracy and compliance in all maintenance performed

Safety - s safety procedures and promotes a safe work environment

Problem Solving - Diagnoses and resolves maintenance issues effectively

Summary of Education, Experience & Certification

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Minimum 4+ years of aircraft maintenance experience required

Widebody aircraft experience required

FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license required

Military aircraft maintenance experience considered

Must be authorized to work in the United States

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Strong knowledge of aircraft systems and maintenance practices

Experience performing heavy maintenance and troubleshooting on widebody aircraft

Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals and technical documentation

Experience performing inspections, repairs, and component replacements

Strong troubleshooting skills on mechanical and electrical aircraft systems

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

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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: 521440524
Originally Posted on: 5/16/2026

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