Lead A&P Mechanic

Responsible for inspection, troubleshooting and repair of aircraft to meet company, FAA and customer standards. This includes:

• Fully analyzes all required blueprints, drawings, work orders and sketches in order to troubleshoot, repair and install desired product or part.
• Can detect errors and correct through proper departmental channels
• Schedules items through the shop to maintain on-time deliveries
• Checks all mechanical components prior to installation to prevent damage
• Accurately estimates hours and materials for scheduled jobs
• Ability to operate all required ground support equipment

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Extensive knowledge of all aircraft mechanical systems functions and interactions
• Thorough working knowledge of all current FAA Regulations
• Thorough working knowledge and use of MM, IPC, SRM and other manufacturers repair and troubleshooting documents
• Thorough working knowledge of blueprints, work orders and task cards to determine type of configuration and special instructions prior to installation
• Extensive knowledge of aircraft accessories, components and other hardware
• Comprehensive knowledge of estimating hours and materials for completing projects
• Complete knowledge of aircraft fasteners and applications
• Complete knowledge of all related skill area machines, equipment and hand tools
• Ability to install and rig aircraft flight control surfaces
• Ability to operate aircraft systems
• Ability to do engine “run-up” and “trim engines”

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Wear appropriate PPE as designated in each work area (e.g. safety glasses, etc.)
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Airframe and Power Plant License
• Must have a good command of the English language, both written and verbal
• Must possess a valid driver license

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• General Safety
• Quality System Awareness

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Heavy physical effort required on occasion
• Continuous mental and visual attention required
• Employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations
• Work performed in a shop environment on a regular basis
• Occasional travel to line stations
• Exposed to any number of elements but with none present to the extent of being disagreeable
• May work at different workstations as needed, and/or shifts from one station \ location to another

Mountain Air Cargo, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package.