Aviation Prototype Mechanical Technician - Flight Test

Syos Aerospace; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SYOS is seeking a Mechanical Technician to join our prototype manufacturing team in Tauranga. This 3-month contract role involves hands-on aircraft assembly, integration and airframe construction to support ground and flight trials.

You will work closely with engineering and flight test teams to prepare aircraft for testing, troubleshoot issues, and maintain safety and quality standards in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in aircraft manufacturing, maintenance or a related aerospace environment.
• Strong mechanical assembly and airframe construction experience.
• Excellent fault diagnosis and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with prototype, development or low-volume production environments is desirable.
• Experience with helicopters and piston engines is desirable.
• Flexibility to work at remote trial locations and adapt to changing test schedules.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and contribute to a positive, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support to aircraft manufacturing activities, including mechanical assembly, integration and airframe construction.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications and work instructions to complete manufacturing tasks accurately.
• Follow manufacturing procedures and quality standards to support prototype aircraft builds and modifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing, mechanical and system issues in collaboration with engineering teams.
• Prepare and configure aircraft for ground and flight testing, including pre- and post-flight inspections.
• Support flight line operations and trial activities as required.
• Maintain a safe, organised work environment and ensure compliance with all safety and quality requirements.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Airframe construction

Fault diagnosis

Team collaboration

Aircraft knowledge

Job description

SYOS is seeking a Mechanical Technician to join our prototype manufacturing team in Tauranga. This 3-month contract role involves hands-on aircraft assembly, integration and airframe construction to support ground and flight trials.

You will work closely with engineering and flight test teams to prepare aircraft for testing, troubleshoot issues, and maintain safety and quality standards in a dynamic environment.