A&P Mechanic V - Deployable

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation in the United States is seeking an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Lead to oversee large-scale maintenance programs across diverse locations. You will serve as a subject-matter expert for aircraft systems, maintenance protocols, and safety standards.

The role requires 7+ years of hands-on experience, an FAA A&P certificate, the ability to read complex schematics and manuals, and willingness to deploy OCONUS.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 7+ years of relevant experience.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification with no prior FAA violations.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work locations.
• Proficiency in repairing, maintaining, and/or troubleshooting aircraft airframes and engines.
• Ability to read detailed technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and publications.
• Ability to deploy for an extended amount of time to various OCONUS operating locations.
• Ability to meet current DoD and Combatant Command requirements for deployed locations.
• Successfully pass a pre-deployment medical assessment.
• Must be willing and able to work extended hours, holidays and shift schedules as required.
• Current/valid passport and be able to obtain a visa to travel internationally.
• Willing to deploy OCONUS on an approximate 60/60 rotation.
• An active Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
• FAA repair station and/or Quality Assurance experience.
• Inspection Authorization (IA) Designation.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale and complex maintenance projects.
• Serve as an expert in aircraft systems and maintenance protocols.
• Develop and implement comprehensive maintenance procedures.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance.
• Mentor and develop other mechanics.
• Conduct advanced diagnostics and repairs.
• Ensure the highest standards of safety and efficiency.
• Ability to travel to DoD locations as required.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Troubleshooting aircraft systems

Regulatory compliance

Mentoring others

Safety awareness

Reading schematics & manuals

Willingness to deploy

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in Aviation Maintenance or related field

Job description

The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains - air, land, sea, space and cyber.**Responsibilities:*** Lead large-scale and complex maintenance projects.* Serve as an expert in aircraft systems and maintenance protocols.* Develop and implement comprehensive maintenance procedures.* Liaise with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance.* Mentor and develop other mechanics.* Conduct advanced diagnostics and repairs.* Ensure the highest standards of safety and efficiency.**Qualifications You Must Have:*** High school diploma or equivalent.* 7+ years of relevant experience.* Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.* Active, current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification with no prior FAA violations.* Must have reliable transportation to and from work locations.* Proficiency in repairing, maintaining, and/or troubleshooting aircraft airframes and engines.* Ability to understand and interpret complex technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications.* Ability to deploy for an extended amount of time to various OCONUS operating locations.* Ability to meet current DoD and Combatant Command requirements for deployed locations.* Successfully pass a pre-deployment medical assessment.* Must be willing and able to work extended hours, holidays and shift schedules as required.* Current/ valid passport and be able to obtain a visa to travel internationally.* Willing to deploy OCONUS on an approximate 60/60 rotation.* An active Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required**Qualifications We Prefer:*** Associate's degree in Aviation Maintenance or related field.* Extensive leadership and project management experience.* Expert knowledge of specific aircraft models.* FAA repair station and/or Quality Assurance experience.* Inspection Authorization (IA) Designation.* Ability to travel on a regular basis and/or work different shifts including overtime and weekends.* Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation/Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (FAR/DFARS).* Prior experience in a Lead role; the ability to mentor, train, guide, and inspect the work of subordinates.* Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, or US Military.**Essential Functions:*** Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.* Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the work shift.* Hand and finger dexterity to work with small mechanical components and tools.* Ability to work in a noisy environment with potential exposure to hazardous materials.* Ability to travel frequently to customer locations, sometimes on short notice.* Ability to work in a combination of office and field environments.* Ability to read detailed technical manuals, schematics, and computer screens.* Ability to inspect and troubleshoot equipment and systems accurately.* Ability to hear and understand spoken communication in noisy environments, such as industrial sites or construction areas.* Ability to detect auditory signals from machinery or equipment, which may indicate issues.* Ability to navigate various work environments, including climbing ladders, crawling in confined spaces, and working at heights.* Ability to drive or operate a vehicle for frequent travel to customer locations.* High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks, including repairs, installations, and maintenance.* Ability to follow detailed instructions and adhere to safety protocols.* Strong awareness of safety protocols and ability to adhere to safety guidelines in potentially hazardous environments.* Ability to identify and mitigate potential safety hazards.This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and .**IMPORTANT NOTICE:**To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We're known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation's most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.SNC is a trusted global leader in aerospace and national security. Our innovative solutions enable connected protection through command, control and communications systems, as well as ISR, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum management, and other high capabilities for systems across all domains - sea, land, air, space and cyber.As a longstanding leader in defense technology, SNC is the optimum intersection of commercial, defense and non-traditional contractors. We are one of the only privately owned mid-tier A&D contractors and we pride ourselves on our ability to invest early and often to ensure mission success on or ahead of schedule. It's part of our mission to always stay one step ahead; working on solutions today to solve the problems of tomorrow.Founded in 1963, SNC is owned by Chairwoman Eren Ozmen and CEO Fatih Ozmen.