Aviation Search Group — Windsor Locks, Connecticut
We are partnered with a private Part 91 Flight Department to find an elite, highly versatile Maintenance and Flight Technician to ensure the airworthiness, flawless presentation, and operational readiness of our client’s aircraft. Working within a tight-knit, collaborative flight department of four full-time pilots and four full-time technicians—with schedules thoughtfully coordinated by the Director of Aviation—this role bridges technical mastery with white-glove family service.
Beyond exceptional A&P and avionics capabilities, the ideal candidate possesses impeccable situational awareness, high operational agility, and the humility to support a dynamic private family environment.
Responsibilities:
Aircraft Maintenance, Avionics & Airworthiness • Maintenance & Avionics Operations: Plan, perform, and coordinate scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and complex avionics troubleshooting at home base and globally on the road, ensuring strict adherence to FAA regulations and manufacturer standards.
• Airworthiness Authority: Serve as airworthiness authority with the power and duty to remove from service any aircraft that is unsafe or non-compliant until conditions are corrected.
• Vendor & Service Center Liaison: Act as company liaison with Approved Maintenance Organizations (AMOs), service centers, and contractors for scope of work, quality, and timelines.
• Compliance & Documentation: Maintain flawless, complete maintenance records and manage compliance with Airworthiness Directives and Service Bulletins.
• FAA Relations: Coordinate with the FAA on maintenance matters, special flight permits (ferry permits), and regulatory compliance.
In-Flight Support & Family Hospitality • Travel Readiness: Travel extensively aboard the aircraft on short notice, seamlessly bridging technical oversight with cabin and passenger support.
• White-Glove Service: Deliver discreet, highly anticipatory white-glove service tailored to a private family environment, demonstrating exceptional emotional intelligence and the ability to read the room.
• Cabin & Baggage Management: Manage end-to-end cabin presentation, including receiving/stowing catering, handling luggage and cargo safely within weight/balance limits, and ensuring the cabin is meticulously stocked and pristine.
• Onboard Technology: Troubleshoot and manage onboard cabin technology, connectivity, and passenger IT needs during flight.
• Discretion & Conduct: Exercise absolute discretion, courtesy, and sound judgment during all passenger and crew interactions.
Safety, Security & Emergency Preparedness • First Responder: Serve as first responder for medical or cabin incidents, maintaining all required life safety and emergency certifications.
• Cabin Safety: Maintain an uncompromising commitment to a secure and comfortable cabin environment at all times.
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