Mechanic/Inspector A&P Sr Spec - N4

Standard Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and FAA-certified A&P/Inspection Senior Specialist to support the maintenance operations of our Gulfstream corporate fleet. This role is critical to ensuring aircraft airworthiness, regulatory compliance, and operational safety. The specialist will perform launch/recovery operations, preventive maintenance, detailed inspections, and FAA-compliant repairs while maintaining the highest standards of safety and documentation. Flexibility in scheduling and a commitment to team collaboration are essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform aircraft launch and recovery procedures per Part 91 and FAA regulations
• Conduct preventive maintenance services and component installations/exchanges
• Execute scheduled and unscheduled inspections (annual, 100-hour, progressive, phase inspections)
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair airframe and powerplant systems on Gulfstream aircraft
• Interpret and apply federal aviation regulations (FARs), aircraft maintenance manuals, and company maintenance programs
• Ensure all maintenance actions, discrepancies, and compliance documentation meet FAA and internal audit standards
• Coordinate with the maintenance team to optimize aircraft availability and minimize downtime
• Adhere to safety protocols and participate in safety risk management and hazard identification activities
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior mechanics and maintenance staff as needed

Required Qualifications:

• Current FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate (required)
• 3–5+ years of maintenance experience on Gulfstream or large-corporate aircraft (preferred but not exclusive)
• Proven ability to read, interpret, and apply FAA regulations and manufacturer maintenance documentation
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills with experience using maintenance tracking software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and on-call availability
• Must be willing to travel as needed to support maintenance operations and transient aircraft

Preferred Qualifications:

• Inspection Authorization (IA) certificate
• Type certification or type rating maintenance experience on Gulfstream aircraft (G650, G550, G450, etc.)
• Avionics, composite, or engine overhaul experience
• Prior experience in a Part 145/AMO or corporate aviation maintenance environment
• Military aviation maintenance background

Additional Requirements:

• Assigned to a flex 40-shift schedule with rotating days/nights/weekends as operational needs dictate
• Work environment: Hangar, shop floor, and flight line exposure
• Schedule flexibility to support flight department needs, including holidays and unscheduled maintenance events

Must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with the team.

Basic Qualifications

Ability to troubleshoot, repair and service Lockheed Martin Corporate aircraft and engine systems and may be responsible for inspection.

Ability to Interpret and use various test equipment and work from wiring diagrams and maintenance manuals.

Ability to maintain FAA required records, manuals, and inspection forms. (May fuel and detail the aircraft.)

Oversee aircraft inspections and maintenance on Corporate aircraft(s) to ensure adherence to FAA and manufacturers requirements and guidelines.

Desired Skills

Specific Skills / Qualifications Include:

• Must hold a valid FAA Airframe and Power-Plant (A&P) Certification.

• Possess a valid driver’s license with good driving record.

• Minimum of five (5) years Gulfstream aircraft maintenance experience preferred.

• Inspection Authorization (IA preferred)

• Must be knowledgeable of Federal Aviation Regulation’s appropriate to this position.

• Perform scheduled and/or unscheduled maintenance on company aircraft as necessary to maintain aircraft in an airworthy condition.

• Diagnose airframe, engine and avionics system problems as reported by flight crews or discovered through routine servicing as required to maintain airworthiness.

• Document accurate records of maintenance, repairs, inspections or other work performed on company aircraft in accordance with FAA FAR’s and established company procedures.

• Ability to operate and maintain test equipment, tools and hangar facilities to company standards.

• FlightSafety International Training on Gulfstream G650, G550 and G280 aircraft.

• Travel with aircraft and perform flight technician duties, as required.