A&P Mechanic (Experienced) - Piney Flats, TN

Textron; Piney Flats (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)

120 hours Vacation time

12-13 paid holidays per year

6 weeks parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive health insurance

On-site fitness center

Access to Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

Textron is seeking an experienced A&P Mechanic in Piney Flats, Tennessee, to perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs on aircraft. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma and an Airframe & Powerplant Certificate, along with at least two years of aviation maintenance experience.

Benefits include generous PTO, health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and a fitness center access. Join our team of aviation pioneers today!

Qualifications

• 2 years of work experience in aviation maintenance.
• Preferred experience with Bell commercial rotorcraft and field maintenance courses.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and maintenance on airframe and engine components.
• Safely use hand tools and perform basic sheet metal repairs.
• Document work performed consistently and accurately.

Skills

Aviation maintenance experience

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Teamwork skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Airframe & Powerplant Certificate

Job description

A&P Mechanic (Experienced)

We’re more than aviation experts, we’re pioneers. We challenge what’s possible. From breaking the sound barrier to advanced tiltrotor systems. Today, Bell is shaping the future of aviation through specialized engineering. And we want you.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and maintenance to include removal and repair of airframe and engine components.
• Perform basic sheet metal repairs as well as major inspections and repairs.
• Perform removal, inspection and installation of drive train components.
• Perform post maintenance flight tests.
• Safely and appropriately use basic hand tools and airframe specific tools to demonstrate safe work habits and always wear proper PPE.
• Read and interpret installation instructions, maintenance manuals, and drawings.
• Document work performed in work order book consistently and accurately.
• Learn and apply knowledge of tasks to work effectively on a team to ensure quality and timely completions of aircraft to meet aggressive schedule.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Airframe & Powerplant Certificate.
• 2 years of work experience in aviation maintenance.
• Bell commercial rotorcraft experience and Bell field maintenance courses preferred.
• Self-motivation with ability to work well with others in a team-oriented environment, performing job duties, including basic measuring, drilling, and fabrication tasks.
• Strong organization skills with attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately to work from detailed documents, technical manuals, and blueprints.
• Ability to work overtime as required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 lbs, and to team lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to perform prolonged kneeling, squatting, sitting, crawling, and climbing stairs, ladders and work stands.
• Ability to stand for extended periods during the entire duration of shift.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for handling small components and tools.
• Flexibility to bend, stoop, and crouch as required for tasks.
• Good vision, including the ability to focus on small details and identify defects.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding progress and potential issues.
• Willingness to follow instructions and ask for clarification when needed.

Benefits

• 80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)
• 120 hours Vacation time
• 12-13 paid holidays per year
• 6 weeks parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health insurance
• On-site Bell Piney Flats fitness center (employees only)
• Access to Employee Resource Groups
• And so much more

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The ITAR/EAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. ‘Green Card Holder’), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Non-U.S. persons selected must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-restricted information.