A&P Mechanic: Flight-Line & Powerplant Expert

General Atomics Systems Integration; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 59,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI) in San Angelo, TX, seeks an Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic to support flightline and ground operations. Under supervision on routine work and with detailed instruction for special assignments, you will troubleshoot aircraft and engine systems and assist with training of A&P specialists.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and five or more years of aircraft maintenance experience; an FAA A&P license may be required.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent and five or more years of aircraft mechanical maintenance experience.
• An FAA Airframe and Powerplant License may be required.
• May require extensive travel and/or CONUS or OCONUS deployment.
• Must demonstrate sound decision making skills and the ability to anticipate work-related constraints and resolve issues independently.
• Must be self-directed in identifying work assignments and able to solicit input and guidance from supervisors and managers for technical expertise.
• Must possess considerable knowledge of the job and a broad understanding of the detailed aspects of the job and the product.
• Knowledge of relevant computer applications and operations.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with employees and both military and civilian customers; and strong leadership, organization, and planning skills.
• Must be able to successfully complete the customer required Department of Homeland Security (DHS) background investigation required to access the aircraft maintenance and sustainment data base.
• Must be able to work both independently and on a team and be able to work extended hours as required.
• Must be available and willing to work flexible schedules, including any shift in a 24/7 operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
• Inspect powerplant and related components at regular intervals adhering to company approved procedures, maintenance manuals, and/or government technical order requirements.
• Repair fuel and/or oil leaks and/or engine problems as required. May remove and replace airframe and/or engine components as needed.
• Review records to ensure all required documentation is completed in accordance with established company procedures and/or government and customer technical order requirements.
• May perform all launch and recovery tasks of aircraft to include ground operations, preflight items, ground observer responsibilities, and post flight items.
• May inspect, test, maintain and operate ground support equipment.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to maintain a productive and safe working environment in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Assist in the training of new A&P Specialists.
• Assist with new powerplant and system development as required.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

Troubleshooting

A&P knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI) in San Angelo, TX, seeks an Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic to support flightline and ground operations. Under supervision on routine work and with detailed instruction for special assignments, you will troubleshoot aircraft and engine systems and assist with training of A&P specialists.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and five or more years of aircraft maintenance experience; an FAA A&P license may be required.