Job Description
As a Senior Aircraft Technician, working onsite from the Allegheny County Airport in West Mifflin, PA, you will support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our corporate aircraft fleet. You will combine hands-on maintenance responsibilities with in-flight operational support, requiring a high level of professionalism, technical expertise, and flexibility. You will report to the Chief Pilot.
PPG offers excellent Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits; matching 401k + retirement savings; and Paid Vacation, Holiday pay.
Main Responsibilities:
- Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on company aircraft
- Conduct inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs across airframe, powerplant, and avionics systems
- Ensure compliance with FAA regulations, manufacturer guidance, and company procedures
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation
- Coordinate maintenance activities with flight crew, operations, and external vendors
- Support aircraft readiness for scheduled and on-demand missions
- Tow and fuel company aircraft in preparation for departures from hangar
- General hangar equipment and facility upkeep
- Help with parts procurement, inventory tracking, and vendor coordination
Flight & Travel Responsibilities:
- Travel on company aircraft to support operational missions
- Provide cabin safety support during flights
- Provide basic in-flight food and cabin service
- Provide maintenance support while away from base
Schedule & Travel:
- Consistent and predictable monthly scheduled days off
- Travel approximately 5–10 days per month
- Flexibility to support occasional on-call/stand-by or extended trips (7 days)
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience
- FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certification
- Corporate or business aviation maintenance experience required
- Knowledge of FAA regulatory requirements
- Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex aircraft systems issues
- Gulfstream G550, G4, or G280 experience preferred
- Gulfstream CMP and CMC familiarity preferred
Work Environment:
- Hangar, ramp, and in-flight environments
- Frequent travel to support flight operations
About us:
PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™
Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X.
The PPG Way 2030
We are customer champions
Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow.
We act with purpose and speed
Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.
We are excellent operators
Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.
We compete to win
Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths.
We are PPG proud
Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world.
At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.
PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.
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