A&P Mechanic II

Cherokee Federal; Morningside (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherokee Federal is seeking an A&P Mechanic II to perform aircraft component replacements and comprehensive maintenance on rotary-wing systems, including the Airbus H160 and Safran Arrano 1A engine, in compliance with FAA regulations and OEM publications.

The role requires FAA A&P certification and 2-5 years of rotorcraft experience. You will read manuals and schematics, interact with ground support tooling, and maintain rigorous safety and quality standards onsite.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certification required.
• 2-5 years Rotary wing A&P experience required. Safran Arrano 1A engine certification required.
• Experience performing turbine engine and rotorcraft maintenance preferred.
• Required to climb, stand, stoop, bend, stretch, crouch, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Frequently lifts parts and equipment up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally lifts objects up to 50 pounds.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Responsibilities

• Remove and replace airframe and powerplant components with special tooling and ground support equipment.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on Airbus H160 helicopter systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and avionics systems per manufacturer specs.
• Conduct various inspections per FAA regulations and OEM manuals.
• Document maintenance in logbooks and maintenance records.
• Read and interpret manuals, parts catalogs, wiring diagrams, and schematics.

Skills

Maintenance troubleshooting

Hand-eye coordination

Reading schematics

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

FAA A&P Certification

Job description

A&P Mechanic II

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.

The Airbus H160 A&P Mechanic performs aircraft component replacements and comprehensive airframe and powerplant maintenance using specialized tooling and ground support equipment. They troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and avionics systems while ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and OEM technical publications. The mechanic conducts scheduled and unscheduled inspections and performs maintenance on the Safran Arrano 1A engine and associated rotorcraft systems.

Compensation & Benefits

Estimated salary range for: A&P Mechanic II: Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Responsibilities

• Remove and replace various airframe and powerplant components with the use of special tooling and ground support equipment.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on Airbus H160 helicopter systems.
• Conduct maintenance and troubleshooting on Safran Arrano 1A engines in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
• Responsible for performing progressive, phase, periodic, and other hourly or calendar scheduled inspections according to FAA regulations and applicable technical publications.
• Ensure all maintenance is properly performed and documented in accordance with FAA regulations, OEM maintenance manuals, quality assurance requirements, and company policies and procedures.
• Perform functional checks of fuel, hydraulic, engine, rotor, flight control, avionics, and environmental systems in a timely manner.
• Perform engine runs and return-to-service procedures in accordance with approved data and maintenance manuals.
• Complete diagnostics and troubleshoot malfunctions in aircraft systems and subsystems; maintain aircraft technical publications, logbooks, and maintenance records.
• Read and interpret mechanical manuals, illustrated parts catalogs, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Maintain a safe and compliant work environment while adhering to safety and quality standards.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certification required.
• 2-5 years Rotary wing A&P experience required. Safran Arrano 1A engine certification required.
• Experience performing turbine engine and rotorcraft maintenance preferred.
• Required to climb, stand, stoop, bend, stretch, crouch, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Frequently lifts parts and equipment up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally lifts objects up to 50 pounds.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.