Crew Chief, Aircraft Maintenance

Date Posted:

2024-08-08

Country:

United States of America

Location:

UT4: UT Flight 200 Signature Way, East Granby, CT, 06026 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.   

To realize our full potential, RTX is committed to creating a company where all employees are respected, valued and supported in the pursuit of their goals. We know companies that embrace diversity in all its forms not only deliver stronger business results, but also become a force for good, fueling stronger business performance and greater opportunity for employees, partners, investors and communities to succeed. 

The following position is to join our RTX Corporate, Enterprise Services, Research Center or BBN team:

RTFlight, the corporate flight department for RTX, is offering an exciting opportunity as a Crew Chief, Aircraft Maintenance. With RTX serving as a leader in aerospace and defense technologies, this department serves a vital function in supporting RTX’s executive leadership and we are excited to bring the right candidate to join our team.

What You Will Do

• Manage and perform aircraft scheduled and unscheduled maintenance supporting RTFlight missions, including aircraft departure and arrival activities. 

• Plan, implement, and maintain effective procedures, policies and systems for the scheduling and maintenance of aircraft. Ensure accurate, current, and complete documentation is utilized and maintained to include records, inspection programs, and maintenance manuals. Ensure that RTFlight standards and effective cost controls are adhered to, and that aircraft maintenance operations are performed in accordance with requirements, schedules, and commitments.

• Oversee offsite major repair and overhaul projects and the conduct of all such services necessary to achieve compliance with RTFlight standards and FAA regulations.

• Perform on-site inspection, maintenance, repair, modification, and test of RTFlight aircraft and component equipment, including sophisticated electronic navigational and control devices, mechanical and hydraulic systems, and gas turbine engines.

• Crew Chiefs will be trained and capable on all RTFlight aircraft. They will also be focused on one airframe type for additional duties and training. Additional responsibilities include, inspection packages, due lists, logbook entries, audits, and research.

• Establish priorities and coordinate with appropriate RTFlight supporting departments or contractors to ensure aircraft is airworthy and the facility is properly maintained. This may include oversight of the passenger accommodations and hangar facility including janitorial services, and maintenance of associated ground support equipment. This also includes maintaining an adequate supply of tools, serviceable parts, components, and consumables necessary for servicing and maintenance of assigned aircraft.

• Manage aircraft maintenance costs in a manner which assures that both operating and capital budgets are considered during decision making; and as necessary, provide support in the development of financial plans for aircraft maintenance and facilities operations.

• Prepare estimates on costs of labor and materials for future work to be performed on aircraft to include down-time needs; and provide scheduling input with Maintenance Managers for all work to be performed.

• Provide management of general facilities maintenance, housekeeping, and oversight of RTX Environmental Health and Safety policies and procedures specific to activities being conducted within RTFlight leased, rented, or owned properties.

• Order parts, components, tools, consumables, and supplies consistent with areas of responsibility and provide the validation, proper account assignments and pre-approval in the review of vendor billings or charges. Manage spares inventory for aircraft, including ordering, completion of required documentation and performing receiving inspections.

• Maintain and complete all processes within span of control in accordance with current RTFlight Quality Management System and ISBAO requirements/procedures.

• Perform additional tasks and acquire varying responsibilities as appropriate.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Holds a valid Aircraft & Powerplant Certificate with demonstrated minimum 5 years prior experience inspecting aircraft, powerplants and their related subsystems, utilizing analytical and non-destructive techniques along with a thorough and in-depth working knowledge of the Federal Aviation Regulations, their interpretation and application.

• Requires a thorough understanding of the Flight Operations Manual, Air Transportation Association (ATA) Specification No.100, and demonstrated working knowledge of the CFRs and standards relating to aircraft maintenance. technical bulletins, engineering orders, service bulletins and Airworthiness Directives.

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. RTX will not offer sponsorship for this position.

• Typically requires: A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and 3 years of experience.

Qualifications We Prefer

• (FAA) 1.4CFR Part 91.65 Inspection Authorization Certificate is highly desirable.

• Intricate knowledge of the latest technologies employed in highly complex medium to heavy turbine powered aircraft, their powerplants, flight and stabilization controls, dynamic lift devices, air conditioning, pressurization, pneumatic, fuel systems, electronic engine controls, oxygen, hydraulic and navigation systems.

• Ability to communicate effectively with all persons and constituencies associated with the safe operation of aircraft

• Experience with large cabin Gulfstream and Falcon aircraft as well as Leonardo helicopters

• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, weekends, and holidays and out of doors. Off-site work and travel may also be required, ability to travel worldwide without restriction.

What We Offer

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

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Work Location
This is a onsite role, eligible candidates must reside within commuting distance of East Granby, CT.

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

#reempowerprogram

This role is also eligible for the Re-Empower Program. The Re-Empower Program helps support talented and committed professionals as they rebuild their capabilities, enhance leadership skills, and continue their professional journey. Over the course of the 14-week program, experienced professionals will gain paid, on-the-job experience, have an opportunity to participate in sessions with leadership, develop personalized plans for success and receive coaching to guide their return-to-work experience. Upon completion of the program, based on performance and contributions participants will be eligible for a career at RTX.

Minimum Program Qualifications:

To qualify for the RTX, Re-Empower Program, candidates should:

• Be on a career break of one or more year at time of application
• Have prior experience in functional area of interest
• Have interest in returning in either a full-time or part-time position

The salary range for this role is 77,000 USD - 163,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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