Lead Technician, Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) – Elevate Aircraft Performance
PDS Tech Commercial | Partnering with a Leader in the Aviation Industry
Location: Hartford, CT
Job Type: Full-Time, Contract
Pay Rate: $45–$47per hour

Make an Impact Where Precision Matters

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a premier aviation industry leader to find an experienced Lead Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Technician who’s ready to take ownership, lead by example, and ensure aircraft operate at the highest standards of safety and performance. In this role, your expertise directly supports mission-ready aircraft and the teams who depend on them.

What You’ll Do Day to Day

As a Lead Technician, you’ll combine hands-on technical excellence with leadership and mentorship:

Perform complex repairs and maintenance on aircraft systems

Assist in creating and managing service orders using SAP or applicable systems

Support and, when required, participate in complete engine and/or APU runs

Provide accurate time estimates for maintenance and repair activities

Train, coach, and support technicians to ensure quality and consistency

Perform Delegated Inspector (DI) functions when qualified by Quality Assurance

Communicate aircraft and task status clearly to stakeholders

Required Qualifications

Current, valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate

Minimum 5 years of aircraft maintenance experience (or equivalent substantiated experience)

Minimum 1 year of corporate or commercial jet experience

Ability to read and interpret mechanical engineering drawings

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Basic PC proficiency

Ownership of a basic set of hand tools with demonstrated inventory and control

Ability to obtain required Ground Support Equipment (GSE) qualifications

Flexibility to work unscheduled overtime, holidays, and in seasonal/inclement weather

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in a lead or mentoring role

Familiarity with SAP or similar maintenance management systems

Delegated Inspector (DI) qualification or prior QA-related responsibilities

Why Join PDS Tech Commercial?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect top technical talent with industry-leading aviation programs. You’ll benefit from:

Competitive hourly pay with steady, full-time contract work

Exposure to advanced aircraft systems and high-profile aviation operations

A collaborative, safety-focused culture that values expertise and leadership

Opportunities to expand your skills while working with a respected industry partner

Ready to Lead on the Line?

If you’re an experienced A&P professional who thrives in a fast-paced aviation environment and enjoys mentoring others while delivering top-tier technical work, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and take the lead in keeping aircraft mission-ready.

Pay Details: $45.00 to $47.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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