About this role
At Clay Lacy Aviation , we’ve built a legacy of excellence by combining innovation, safety, and exceptional service. We’re looking for people who share our passion for aviation and our commitment to doing the right thing. Here, curiosity and continuous learning are valued, and teamwork is essential. If you’re ready to contribute your skills in a supportive, high-performing environment where every detail matters, you’ll find opportunities to grow your career and be part of shaping the future of private aviation.
Position Summary
The MRT (Mobile Response Team) Aircraft Maintenance Technician reports to the MRT A&P Supervisor and is responsible for traveling to customer aircraft to perform the efficient execution of the work scope and for the maintenance, preventive maintenance, and alterations performed under the authority of the Clay Lacy FAA Certificated Repair Station . Travel may include but not limited to air travel, driving company vehicles extended distances, domestic/international travel . Travel could also be during odd hours outside of normal business hours . Travel for this position is estimated to be approx. 25%-75% of total hours worked .
Location: Santa Ana, CA (KSNA)
Shift: Day Shift (Must be flexible)
Compensation: $45.00/hr – $54.00/hr
Sign On Bonus : $3,000.00
Benefits: Eligible for comprehensive Clay Lacy Aviation Benefits.
Responsibilities
- P erform troubleshooting, repairs, inspections, modifications, and service on a variety of customer aircraft with minimal supervision .
- Required to travel extensively within region and occasionally outside of region to customer aircraft for maintenance events and for technical training.
- Must be a v a il a bl e t o w ork d i ff ere n t sh i ft s a n d w e e k e n ds as r e q u e s t ed to support customer needs .
- Perform and document all completed work in accordance with current technical data and company policy .
- F requent interaction with customers will be required .
- A d h ere t o a l l c o m p a ny , FAA a n d O SH A r e g u l ated p oli c i es and p r oc e d u r es .
- M a i nta i n an o u t s t a n d i n g a tt e n d a nce r ec o r d .
- A d h ere a n d pr o m ot e t he Cl ay L a cy Vi s i o n , M i s s i on a n d Va l u e s d ail y .
- M a i nta i n p r o f i c i e n cy w i t h t o ol s, t e ch ni q u e s a n d a c ce p t a bl e p r a c t i ces us e d t o pe r f o r m aircraft maintenance.
- E ns u r e m a t eri a l h a s b e en prop e r l y r ec ei v ed p r i or t o i n s t a llation on a i r c r a f t .
- V er i f y m at e r i al sh e l f li f e h a s n o t e x p i r ed pri o r t o u se.
- V er i f y ca li bra t ed t o oli ng ca li bra t i on d u e d a t e and co n d i t i on pri o r t o us e .
- P r om o t e an e f f i c i e n t a n d pr o f ess i o n al w o r k e n v i r o nment.
- P ar t i c i p a t es i n C o nti n u o u s I m pro v eme n t p r o j e c t s as d i r e c t ed.
- P e r f o r m o t h e r d u t i es as ass i g n e d.
Skills and Abilities
- Basic knowledge of aircraft drawings, schematics and wiring diagrams.
- Ability to effectively communicate with management, peers, and external parties .
- Ability to identify discrepancies.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- A b ili t y t o p r i oriti z e and o r g a ni z e w ork flow .
- D emon s tr a t ed a n a l y t i cal a n d c r i t i cal t h i n k i n g s k ill s .
- A b l e t o t a k e i n i t i ati v e and e x ec u t e ass i g n e d t a s ks i n a t i m e l y a n d f l a w l ess m a n n e r .
- S tr o n g t e a m w o r k ac u m e n w i t h a pr o f o u nd a bili t y t o w ork u n d e r e x tr eme p r ess u r e .
- Must be willing to work in confined spaces, heights and in non-environmentally controlled conditions.
Education & Experience
- A & P C er t i f i cate r e q u i r e d .
- Experience in mobile repair or AOG support environments required.
- Must have a minimum of 3 (three) years of experience maintaining. servicing and troubleshooting corporate jet aircraft.
*Must pass Pre-Employment Drug Screening and Background Check
Benefits and Culture
Clay Lacy Aviation offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees’ health, well-being, and peace of mind. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid holidays; loss of license insurance; pet insurance options; and additional wellness resources.
Our culture is service-driven and collaborative, grounded in excellence, care, accountability, and trust, while supporting our teams in a fast-paced, high-responsibility environment. We foster teamwork, promote responsibility, and create an environment where employees can perform at their best while delivering consistently high standards of service.
Disclaimer Statement
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. This job description may not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all assigned activities, duties, or responsibilities, and may be amended at any time. Employees may be required to perform other job-related assignments as requested.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) S tatement
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Clay Lacy Aviation provides reasonable accommodation when requested by qualified individuals with disabilities unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. We encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodation with a representative of the Office of Human Resources.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statements
Clay Lacy Aviation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.