Aircraft Maintenance Crew Chief

Date Posted:

2026-05-06

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-EAST GRANBY-200 ~ 200 Signature Way ~ OFFICE

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position.​ The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Crew Chief, Aircraft Maintenance reports to the Maintenance Manager, as assigned. In the role of Crew Chief you will plan, develop, manage, oversee, and perform maintenance, repair, modification, inspection, and record keeping activities for RTFlight aircraft to assure the proper functioning, high availability and airworthiness of aircraft, equipment, and accessories consistent with the procedures and standards of RTFlight.

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.
• Ensure that all activities are in compliance with all appropriate Raytheon Technologies and Government guidelines.
• Perform additional tasks and acquire varying responsibilities as appropriate.
• Must be able to travel worldwide without restriction, up to 10% travel.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience
• Must hold a valid A&P Certificate.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the Flight Operations Manual; and
• Demonstrates knowledge of the CFRs and standards relating to aircraft maintenance.

What We Offer: 

Some of our competitive benefits package includes: 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance   

• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees   

• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option   

• Tuition reimbursement program  

• Student Loan Repayment Program   

• Life insurance and disability coverage   

• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection  

• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits  

• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning   

• Adoption Assistance            

• Autism Benefit   

• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions   

• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program  

• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits   

• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services  

• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program  

• Relocation may be eligible for this position  

• And more!   

Learn More & Apply Now! 

Please consider the following role type definitions 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. 

*Please note that shifts may vary between 1st and 2nd shift as needed.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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 Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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