Aircraft Mechanic I
 Standard Aero | |
paid time off, 401(k)
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 United States, Illinois, Springfield | |
| 1200 North Airport Drive (Show on map) | |
 Nov 16, 2024 | |
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Build an Aviation Career You're Proud Of
Build your career with integrity by working at a company that doesn't just treat you like a number. You'll get the tools to do things right in a clean and safe work environment and the trust to fix any issue that comes your way. Our on-the-job training and team of experts mean you'll be set up for success. Take charge of our day-to-day operations, so we remain the trusted source for aviation repair and maintenance. Work with your team to implement the right processes and practices across our organization to help ensure flight and product efficiency and quality. As a Mechanic I, you will be responsible for performing routine maintenance, and major inspections on corporate aircraft. Trouble-shooting, repair, and modification of aircraft components is accomplished by this position. In addition, engine removal and re-installation, operational checks, leak checks, and support of engine runs are all within the responsibility of the Mechanic role. What you'll do: - Responsible for using sound judgment and technical aptitude to make decisions regarding maintenance, sequence, and techniques, troubleshooting and discrepancy resolution. - Removes and reinstalls engines from turbofan-powered aircraft. - Assist with operation checks and engine runs to ensure air-worthiness prior to departure. - Inspects aircraft in accordance with OEM Light or Heavy Maintenance manuals. - Evaluates removed components for serviceability and document discrepancies (squawks). - Troubleshoot and repair all airframe systems as required (hydraulics, landing gear, etc). - May perform fuel tank sealing on aircraft. - Document all work accomplished in a clear, concise and accurate manner. - Accomplishes Service Bulletins, Repair Letters and Airworthiness Directive as required. - Reads and interprets maintenance manual procedures, blueprints, technical manuals and schematic diagrams when required. - Responsible for knowing, understanding, following, promoting and continuously improving company policies and procedures. - Utilizes mechanics hand tools, precision measuring instruments, gauges and calibration test equipment. - Observes all safety, environmental and general housekeeping rules and policies. - May perform other duties as required by the department. Position Requirements: - Must be authorized to work in the U.S. - A valid FAA approved Airframe license, or eligible to sit for Airframe testing via completed education in A&P School, or through military experience which the FAA will sign off in support of. - Aviation training required. This training may take the form of military training, aeronautical academy or technical school training and/or an Aviation Associates Degree. - Must have proven mechanical and technical aptitude. - Must have proven experience using a variety of hand and/or power tools. - Analytical skills required to perform complex mechanical troubleshooting. - Strong communication skills required, both verbal and written. - Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, walk, bend, stretch, and climb ladders. - Must have the ability to think clearly, speak intelligibly on the telephone and in person. - Must have the ability to manipulate equipment of all sizes, tools, computer keyboards, and telephones. - Must be able to work in confined spaces. - Must be able to stand on hard surfaces for long periods of time. - Must be able to see to disassemble and visually inspect. - Must be able to hear to detect the sources of problems. - Must have excellent hand-to-eye coordination. - Must have good interpersonal and verbal skills in order to interface with customers and employees. Preferred Requirements: - Corporate aviation experience preferred on: Dassault Falcon Jet, Bombardier, Gulfstream & Falcon. Benefits that make life better: - Comprehensive Healthcare - 401(k) with 100% company match up to 5%; vested immediately - Paid Time Off - Bonus opportunities - Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts - Short- & Long-Term Disability - Life & AD&D Insurance - Learning & Training opportunities | |