Helicopter Modifications Floor Lead/Quality Assurance

Camp Pendleton is seeking an experienced and dynamic H-1 Helicopter Floor Lead and Quality Assurance (Depot Level) to oversee and manage the daily operations of our H-1 helicopter modification and integration program. This role requires a seasoned professional with strong leadership skills, exemplary tasking and priority setting skills, operational expertise, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of safety and quality and exceptional time management and budgetary skill sets. 

Responsibilities:

Team Leadership & Management-

• Supervision and Coordination: Oversee daily operations on the aviation floor, ensuring all activities are conducted efficiently and in strict adherence to safety standards.
• Set individual employee tasking priorities.
• Oversee aircraft integration progress, setting priorities and maintaining schedule.
• Team Development: Mentor, train, and develop team members to enhance their skills and overall performance, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Work with site Operations Manager coordinating schedule, and tasking.

Operational Oversight-

• Daily Workflow Management: Coordinate and manage the workflow on the floor, ensuring tasks are prioritized and completed within the required timeframes.
• Resource Allocation: Effectively allocate resources to optimize operations and minimize downtime, ensuring the smooth running of all activities.
• Quality Control: Uphold high-quality standards for all tasks performed on the floor, ensuring compliance with company guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Problem Resolution: Proactively identify and address any operational issues or delays, implementing solutions to maintain efficient operations.

Communication & Coordination-

• Liaison with Management: Serve as the primary point of contact between the floor team and management, providing regular updates on operations and team performance.
• Daily Briefings: Conduct daily briefings with the team to communicate priorities, operational updates, and any changes in procedures or policies.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in helicopter maintenance, including at least 7 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Experience with H-1 helicopters is a must.
• Proven leadership and management capabilities.
• Expertise in helicopter maintenance procedures, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license, or equivalent military certification preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance – if required.
• Flexibility to work various hours and be available for on-call duties as needed.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Work Environment:

• This position will be based at MCAS Camp Pendleton, CA. You will work on the hangar floor and occasionally in hangar or workshop settings, where noise levels and physical activity can vary.
• Ability to lift and carry tools and equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Capable of standing for long periods, bending, walking around aircraft work areas, and working in various physical positions.
• Mid-level noise is normal for working around the Depot Level Maintenance area and turning aircraft.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and maneuver 50 pounds. 
• Must be able to pass fit for work physical and/or drug test as required.
• Must be able to work in areas that require awkward posturing, bending, kneeling, and squatting, including working overhead.
• Must be able to work at height in the hangar and on the flight line.
• Must be able to man and perform Flightline Extinguisher duties.
• If required must be able to pass a DOT physical and operate Powered Industrial Trucks.
• If required must be able to pass a respiratory physical and wear a respirator for 2 - 4 hours.
• If required must be able to perform confined space activities.
• Travel may be required.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Competitive 401k match.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.

**All candidates must be a U.S. Citizen to apply**

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position.

ACET is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.