Airframe Technical Advisor
Tech Stack
Must-Have Requirements
- ✓Airframe and Powerplant ratings
- ✓Experience with corporate turbine-powered business aircraft
Nice to Have
- -Bachelor's Degree in Aviation Field
- -10 years' experience with corporate turbine-powered business aircraft
- -Expertise working with Gulfstream and Bombardier airframes
- -Excellent Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills
- -Ability to obtain passport and perform international travel
Description
About JSSI Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Chicago, Jet Support Services, Inc. (JSSI) is the largest independent provider of hourly cost maintenance programs for business aviation. JSSI delivers comprehensive coverage for engines, airframes, and auxiliary power units (APUs) across more than 300 different aircraft makes and models, helping owners and operators stabilize maintenance budgets, maximize aircraft availability, and protect asset value throughout the lifecycle of ownership. JSSI has built a portfolio of complementary business lines designed to simplify the economic and technical complexity of business aviation; these include Maintenance teams, Traxxall maintenance tracking software, Parts & Engines, Conklin aircraft cost and performance data, and Aviation Capital asset-based financing solutions. Together, these offerings support owners, operators, and maintenance providers with integrated tools spanning ownership and maintenance planning, execution, and financial management. With more than 6,500 aircraft supported through programs and software platforms, JSSI leverages its unique independence, unmatched scale, and data-driven insight to deliver customized solutions and support models aligned to the interests of each client — regardless of aircraft platform. JSSI is backed by leading institutional investors GTCR, Genstar Capital, and Blackstone. Learn more at jetsupport.com.
Duties and Responsibilities
Collaborate with customers to evaluate and recommend the most appropriate inspection and maintenance alternatives. Support customers in coordinating all aspects of maintenance events with assigned repair facilities and service providers. Provide on-site customer representation, particularly during major scheduled inspections. Support customers during Aircraft on Ground (AOG) events, ensuring timely communication and resolution. Create and manage Service Calls to track technical data, event progress, and support financial forecasting. Develop and maintain strong client relationships through regular and proactive communication. Build and sustain working relationships with regional service facilities, mobile repair teams, and other service providers. Research aircraft logbooks and/or perform visual inspections for new enrollments or existing contract reviews. Review and process invoices in AMS, meeting turn-time goals established by Technical Services Management and company policy. Perform event triage by assessing maintenance findings and ensuring each situation is handled appropriately and efficiently. Conduct asset inspections when enrolling new aircraft into service programs. Maintain a thorough working knowledge of applicable contracts, policies, and procedures. Perform additional duties as assigned by Technical Services Management.
Desired Credentials
Airframe and Powerplant ratings required Bachelor’s Degree (or its equivalent) in Aviation Field preferred 10 years’ experience with corporate turbine-powered business aircraft (not commercial) preferred, with particular expertise working with Gulfstream and Bombardier airframes Excellent Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills Strong interpersonal skills Ability to read and write articulately and analytically Clear understanding of relevant technical skills Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure Well organized Have or be able to obtain passport and perform international travel