Full-Time

Lead Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic

Posted on 1/20/2026

Deadline 1/7/27
Atlas Air

Atlas Air

1,001-5,000 employees

ACMI provider for cargo and charter

Compensation Overview

$94k - $126.5k/yr

Miami, FL, USA

In Person

Category
Mechanical Engineering (1)
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
  • Experienced transport category aircraft maintenance experience
  • Formal training on advanced systems/avionics
  • Must be able to read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language
  • Strong analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft software and in use of digital manuals
  • Strong work ethic and organizational skills
  • Must be able to work in variable weather conditions
  • Able to work rotating schedules to include weekends, nights and holidays
  • Must possess valid passport or State issued driver’s license and may travel occasionally for AOG recovery and special projects when requested
Responsibilities
  • Troubleshoot technical discrepancies and execute repair of company aircraft
  • Accomplish aircraft inspections per company procedures
  • Proficient in use of electronic test equipment, voltage or amperage measuring, recording devices and navigation troubleshooting equipment
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, schematics and technical orders
  • Inspect and assist in maintenance of company equipment and tooling
  • Work as a member of a team that will interface with contract maintenance personnel
  • Follow safety measures, good shop practices and cleanliness standards
  • Communicate discrepancies to Maintenance Control department found during inspections and follow directions to troubleshoot and repair faulty conditions
  • Ensure that all aircraft documentation is completed accurately per company and FAA procedures prior to aircraft departure
  • Leads and guides mechanics on advanced tasks
  • Organize daily tasks and coordinate inspections/repair of aircraft
  • Coordinate materials and tooling requirements for projected work for entire shift
  • Act as shift manager as required
  • Schedule manpower to cover aircraft maintenance and inspections
  • Perform Manual and Aircraft parts inventories as required
  • Assist other company departments to ensure on-time departure of company aircraft
  • Additional duties assigned

Atlas Air Worldwide provides outsourced aircraft and aviation operating services. The company operates a fleet of Boeing 747 and 767 aircraft to move cargo and people. Its business model focuses on ACMI, supplying aircraft, crew, maintenance, and insurance to other airlines, express operators, and the U.S. military, while also offering cargo and passenger charter services. Revenue comes from long-term ACMI contracts and ad-hoc charter flights. Atlas Air is the global leader in airfreight and the largest operator of Boeing 747 freighters, with a strong presence in the passenger charter market for corporate travel, sports teams, and other large groups. Its differentiators include scale, operational expertise, and the ability to provide a full-service solution to customers under flexible terms. The company aims to deliver reliable, cost-efficient air transport worldwide by growing its ACMI and charter businesses and maintaining leadership in its core freighter operations.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Duisburg, Germany

Founded

2004

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Cross-border e-commerce boosts demand for 777F capacity on China-US routes.
  • Fleet expansion with three 747-8Fs meets global widebody freighter needs.
  • New COO Klaus Goersch and CEO Steen drive operational efficiencies.

What critics are saying

  • YunExpress dependency risks revenue loss from Chinese e-commerce collapse.
  • US-China trade tensions terminate YunExpress China-US freighter contracts.
  • FedEx and UPS capacity expansion compresses Atlas Air charter rates.

What makes Atlas Air unique

  • Largest operator of Boeing 747 freighters with 65 aircraft fleet.
  • Provides ACMI services to airlines, military, and e-commerce clients.
  • Ordered 20 Airbus A350F freighters in March 2026 for modernization.

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