A&P Mechanic (Experienced)

Cessna Aircraft Company; Tennessee; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal Time Off (PTO)

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Parental leave

On-site fitness center

Job summary

Cessna Aircraft Company in Tennessee is looking for an experienced A&P Mechanic to join the Bell Piney Flats Aircraft Services team. You will perform inspections and maintenance on aircraft components, ensuring the highest standards of service.

This role involves collaborating with a team, documenting work accurately, and may require overtime. With opportunities to grow your technical skills, this position comes with comprehensive benefits including PTO and vacation time.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of work experience in aviation maintenance.
• Prefers Bell commercial rotorcraft experience.
• Ability to use basic hand tools and airframe specific tools safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and maintenance on airframe and engine components.
• Document work performed consistently and accurately.
• Perform post maintenance flight tests.

Skills

Aviation maintenance experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork skills

Basic sheet metal repairs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description: A&P Mechanic (Experienced) (342628)

Job Number:

342628

Bell Piney Flats Aircraft Services Team

Come join the Bell Piney Flats Aircraft Services Customization team and help ensure best in class service to our customers. In this position, you’ll be an integral part of the team, performing a variety of tasks such as installations, inspections, fabrication, and modification, all in accordance with applicable data and customer specifications. You’ll be able to showcase and grow your technical ability and teamwork skills, while gaining valuable hands‑on experience.

What you’ll be doing as an A&P Mechanic (Experienced)

• 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.

Skills You Bring To this Role

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 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.

What we offer you in return

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

EEO Statement

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