Position Summary:

Repair, service, clean and maintain aircraft systems in accordance with FAA; 5+ years' experience in performing sheet metal and structures work. This position is "safety sensitive"; therefore all FAA required compliance will be followed.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform all maintenance in accordance with FAA approved data and to the standards of good workmanship as required.
• Keep safety of flight in the forefront at all times in the production of an airworthy product.
• Accurately and legibly record all information required on internal company forms and aircraft maintenance documents in conformance to company, customer and FAA requirements.
• Ensure appropriate use of the correct tools for the application and that tooling is serviceable and calibrated when necessary.
• Locate, understand and implement the appropriate technical data used while performing maintenance.
• Perform any duties that may be assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.
• As a "safety sensitive" position, this position requires that the employee be able to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner as an essential job function.
• Ensure assigned work area is kept clean and free of hazards to both personnel and the aircraft.
• Follow all necessary safety precautions; hearing and eye protection, use of chemicals, engine and propeller hazards, fall protection, etc.
• Maintain a FOD-free work environment.
• Comply with OSHA Safety Regulations.
• As a "safety sensitive" position, this position requires that the employee be able to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner as an essential job function.
• Participate in on-the-job training as required.
• Observe safety procedures and personnel policies.
• Regular attendance required as outlined in company policy.

Additional Responsibilities:

Education:

• High School Diploma
• Training in Airframe and Power Plant with emphasis on Structures and Composites

Experience:

• 5-10 years experience with structures and composite.
• Prior experience on aircraft maintenance required.
• Familiar with turbo prop aircraft is a plus.
• English language is required; bilingual in Spanish is not required, but is a plus.

Licensure/Certifications:

• Certified by FAA with a current Airframe and Power Plant Mechanic license is a plus but not required.
• Communication Skills (Spoken, Written, Influencing, Proficiency in Other Languages):

Travel Required:

• 10% Potential Domestic and International travel

Eligibility:

• Must be a U.S. Person as defined by the U.S. export control regulations (U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident/Green Card Holder, Political Asylee, or Refugee)

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting, Standing, Squatting/Kneeling, Walking, Speaking, Hearing, Vision, Manual Dexterity, ability to work in somewhat confined spaces.

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