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Civilian Crew Chief Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$39K - $49K/yr

... crew chief, and loadmaster qualification training in air-land, airdrop, and Intelligence ... and civilian, using mobile trucks; executing tank farm operations by inspecting systems, filling ...

Valid FAA A&P License. * 3-5+ years of civilian helicopter maintenance experience or military ... True helicopter maintenance experience, not solely crew chief or flightline support. * Experience ...

A&P Mechanic

Croydon, PA · On-site

$30 - $50/hr

Valid FAA A&P License. * 3-5+ years of civilian helicopter maintenance experience or military ... True helicopter maintenance experience, not solely crew chief or flightline support. * Experience ...

Valid FAA A&P License. * 3-5+ years of civilian helicopter maintenance experience or military ... True helicopter maintenance experience, not solely crew chief or flightline support. * Experience ...

Aircraft Mechanic I - AFW (ATAC)

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$27.50 - $36.25/hr

ATAC was the first civilian organization to support the USAF's F-22 Raptors as well as the USN ... Additional responsibilities as delineated by Production Supervisor and Crew Chiefs * Manage ...

Aircraft Mechanic I - AFW (ATAC)

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$27.50 - $36.25/hr

ATAC was the first civilian organization to support the USAF's F-22 Raptors as well as the USN ... Additional responsibilities as delineated by Production Supervisor and Crew Chiefs * Manage ...

Aircraft Mechanic I - AFW (ATAC)

Fort Worth, TX

$27.50 - $36.25/hr

ATAC was the first civilian organization to support the USAF's F-22 Raptors as well as the USN ... Additional responsibilities as delineated by Production Supervisor and Crew Chiefs * Manage ...

Collaborate with crew chiefs, avionics, propulsion, and armament specialists to support integrated ... or equivalent civilian experience. * Demonstrated experience with sheet metal fabrication ...

Collaborate with crew chiefs, avionics, propulsion, and armament specialists to support integrated ... or equivalent civilian experience. * Demonstrated experience with sheet metal fabrication ...

Providing supervision of team of 20+ staff, including Naval Architect, ship crew, and program admin ... Perform duties of Master/Chief Mate in the event of temporary vacancy due to either emergency and ...

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How much do civilian crew chief jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for civilian crew chief in the United States is $21.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a civilian crew chief?

Civilian Crew Chiefs are professionals who oversee the maintenance, repair, and operation of aircraft or vehicles, typically within non-military organizations such as government agencies, private companies, or contractors. They are responsible for ensuring that all maintenance procedures are performed correctly and safely, coordinating with technicians, and maintaining detailed records of work performed. While their duties are similar to military crew chiefs, civilian crew chiefs often work on commercial or law enforcement aircraft and must comply with federal aviation regulations. Their expertise is essential to keeping fleets operational and safe.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a civilian crew chief?

To thrive as a Civilian Crew Chief, you need expertise in aircraft maintenance, troubleshooting, and supervisory skills, typically supported by relevant technical certifications or an aviation maintenance degree. Proficiency with maintenance tracking systems, diagnostic tools, and adherence to FAA regulations is essential. Strong leadership, effective communication, and problem-solving abilities are crucial soft skills for managing teams and ensuring safety. These competencies are vital for maintaining aircraft reliability, operational readiness, and compliance with safety standards.

What are some common challenges faced by a civilian crew chief when managing both personnel and aircraft maintenance schedules?

Civilian Crew Chiefs often encounter the challenge of balancing routine maintenance schedules with unexpected repairs, all while ensuring aircraft readiness and safety standards are met. Coordinating between technicians, pilots, and logistics teams requires strong communication and organizational skills. Additionally, adapting to shifting priorities and tight deadlines can be demanding, especially when resources are limited or multiple aircraft require attention simultaneously. Building a proactive approach to planning and fostering teamwork are key strategies to manage these challenges effectively.

What is the difference between Civilian Crew Chief vs Helicopter Crew Chief?

AspectCivilian Crew ChiefHelicopter Crew Chief
CertificationsFAA certifications, mechanic licensesFAA certifications, mechanic licenses
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, industrial facilitiesMilitary, aviation maintenance
Industry UsageConstruction, industrial sectorsAviation, military operations

The Civilian Crew Chief and Helicopter Crew Chief roles share similar certifications and maintenance responsibilities. However, Civilian Crew Chiefs typically work in construction or industrial environments, focusing on ground-based equipment, while Helicopter Crew Chiefs operate in aviation settings, often within military or civilian helicopter operations. Both roles require technical skills and certifications but differ mainly in work environment and industry focus.

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Infographic showing various Civilian Crew Chief job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $45,575 per year, or $21.9 per hour.

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About the Position: This position is with the Department of Public Works located at Yakima Training Center, WA.Qualifications:

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities.

  • 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans
  • Current Department of Army Civilian Employees
  • Current Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)
  • Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce
  • Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
  • Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act
  • Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473
  • Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI)
  • Non-Department of Defense (DoD) Transfer
  • People with Disabilities, Schedule A
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible
  • Reinstatement
  • Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998
  • Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA)

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience or education requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.
Basic Requirement Archeologist:
have a bachelor's degree (or higher degree) that included 3 semester hours each in the following course areas:
History of archeology.
Archeology of a major geographical area such as North America or Africa.
Regional archeology, archeological cultures, or sites in a specific part or portion of a major geographical area to acquire or develop a foundation for regional specialization for professional development.
Theory and methods of archeology. Methods include, but are not limited to, typology, classification, sampling, cultural evolution, diffusion, dating, and analytical techniques. ? Archeological field school, to provide a basic understanding of theoretical and practical approaches to research design implementation, field preservation techniques, and report preparation by participation in actual field work.
AND
Six semester hours of related course work in:
geography, geology, or cultural geography;
history, historiography, or historical archeology;
environmental studies;
scientific writing (nonfiction English composition); and/or
surveying.
AND
Archeological field school.
OR
Have a bachelor's degree (or higher degree) n degree in anthropology (with emphasis on ethnology, physical anthropology, or scientific linguistics), history, American studies, or a related discipline may be accepted as satisfying in full the educational requirements, provided the curriculum supplied academic course work sufficiently similar to the requirements in A.1 (including archeological field school).
OR
Have a Combination of Education and Experience College-level education or training that provided knowledge equivalent to that described in A above, plus appropriate technical experience or additional education.
OR
Have Four years of archeological work experience that demonstrated a thorough knowledge of the fundamental principles and theories of professional archeology. The work experience must have included archeology field experience, which may include that gained in an archeological field school. Field experience should have included a combination of professional experience in archeological survey, excavation, laboratory analysis, and preparation of written materials. Applicants with such field experience should, after additional experience under the direction of a higher grade archeologist, be able to demonstrate the ability to be a crew chief, directing the work of others at a single location as a part of a larger archeological project.
Specialized Experience:
Besides meeting the basic requirement you also must meet one option of the specialized experience below.
Have one year of specialized experience which includes the following. 1) Conduct field investigations to collect archeological and cultural environmental data to locate or preserve historical locations; 2) analyze fieldwork data or generate reports to assess environmental compliance for large areas such as a military base; and 3) assist Archeologist in assessing proposed projects or permits to ensure compliance with things such as environmental or archeological laws, regulations, policies and procedures. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-9).
OR
Have successfully completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position, such as Archeologist. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)
OR
Have the specialized experience as described in A, but less than one year; and I have at least two years of graduate education as described in B, but less than the required three years. I have computed the percentage of the requirements that I meet, and the total is at least 100% (To compute the percentage, divide your total months of qualifying experience by 12. Then, divide your semester hours of graduate education beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent to qualify.). (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcripts.)
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
  • Attention to Detail
  • Decision Making
  • Flexibility
  • Integrity/Honesty
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Learning
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Reasoning
  • Self-Management
  • Teamwork

Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-9).Education:FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.Employment Type: OTHER

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