About the Role: The Challenger 3500 Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing and documenting scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, and repairs on Bombardier Challenger 3500 aircraft. The technician will ensure all maintenance activities comply with regulations, OEM specifications, and company policies. This role requires high technical competence, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and quality.
Responsibilities:
- Perform line and heavy maintenance inspections on Bombardier Challenger 3500 aircraft.
- Conduct troubleshooting, repair, and replacement of aircraft systems including airframe, avionics, engines, hydraulics, and electrical components.
- Complete required maintenance activities and documentation in accordance with regulations, OEM standards and company policies.
- Use Bombardier’s AMM, IPC, and troubleshooting manuals for maintenance procedures.
- Maintain and update aircraft maintenance tracking systems (e.g., CAMP, SAP).
- Perform scheduled inspections such as A/B/C checks, pre/post-flight checks, and service bulletins.
- Respond to aircraft AOG (Aircraft on Ground) situations, including travel to remote locations when necessary.
- Ensure work is performed safely and on timely manner.
- Comply with all regulatory and safety policies.
- Maintain proper tooling and work environment cleanliness.
- Interface professionally with pilots, dispatch, and maintenance personnel.
Qualifications:
- Valid GACA or FAA A&P Certificate (or equivalent like EASA certificate).
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in corporate or business jet maintenance.
- Challenger 3500 experience.
- Familiarity with Honeywell engine systems.
- Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to interpret complex technical manuals.
- Proficiency in using special tools, diagnostic equipment’s and ground support equipment (GSE).
- Proficient with maintenance tracking software.
- OEM or factory training on Bombardier aircraft is a plus.
Required Skills:
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent attention to detail and time management.
- Good English verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering and schematic drawings.
Preferred Skills:
- Bombardier Challenger 3500 factory training.
- Experience with 145 repair station.
- Inspection Authorization (IA) certification.
- Familiarity with Safety Management Systems (SMS).