A&P Technician (Weekend)

Embraer; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Embraer is seeking an experienced aircraft maintenance technician for a weekend shift in Melbourne, FL. The role involves inspecting, repairing, assembling and testing aircraft components per FAA-approved procedures and OEM data.

Candidates must hold an A&P license and have 0–2 years of aircraft maintenance experience, with depot-level experience preferred. The position requires compliance with safety regulations and precise documentation of work and time.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; A&P license required.
• A&P license and FAA knowledge required.
• Experience with aircraft maintenance on a single type preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections and maintenance to prevent failures in aircraft systems.
• Determines when a component should be repaired and procures necessary parts.
• Repairs, reworks, and modifies worn or defective assemblies.
• Follows FAA-approved procedures and OEM data for components/systems.
• Consults Maintenance Lead for technical assistance during repair.
• Inspects completed work and ensures airworthiness before sign-off.
• Performs serviceability tests on repaired components/systems.
• Completes work package documentation and records time/materials.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

Troubleshooting

Technical reading

Safety compliance

Team communication

Education

High School/GED

A&P License

Structures experience (preferred)

Tools

Power tools

Pneumatic tools

Testing equipment

Job description

**This is a Weekend Shift position in Melbourne, FL. Hours are Friday, Saturday, & Sunday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM**

POSITION SUMMARY

Examines, repairs, assembles, and tests aircraft accessories, such as engines, power brake units, auxiliary electric motors, carburetors, spark igniters, valves, pumps, fuselage, wings, and oil and fuel tanks, using hand tools and testing devices, and following shop orders and manufacturer's specifications.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs routine inspections or special maintenance to prevent failures of aircraft mechanical systems and components; performs complete operations checks on hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, plumbing, precision assemblies, rigging and controls, etc.
• Determines when a component should be repaired or replaced; decides upon necessary repair scheme, quantity and type of parts needed to accomplish proper repair; secures necessary parts from Stores or departmental supplies.
• Repairs, reworks, and modifies worn or defective assemblies, making alterations or changes to units when necessary.
• Follows approved maintenance procedures for subject component or system, consulting internal procedures that have been FAA approved, original equipment manufacturers (OEM's) technical data, and work package instructions.
• Consults the Maintenance Lead if technical assistance is needed during the repair process.
• Inspects completed work before signing off to identify any needed rework; performs rework; ensures that repaired components meet prescribed standards and tolerances.
• Performs serviceability tests on repaired components/systems using test equipment specified by the original equipment manufacturer.
• Completes work package documentation by signing/stamping after finishing all designated operations.
• Submits completed/in-progress work to Maintenance Lead for review; submits to Quality Assurance for final/in-progress inspection and re-certification of airworthiness.
• Provides supervisor with performance statistics and other operational data, as requested.
• Properly accounts for time and materials used in all inspection and maintenance activities.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Education:

• High School/ GED
• A&P License
• Preferred: Structures Experience

Experience:

• Required: A & P License; 0-2 years’ experience with aircraft/ general aviation trained in one aircraft type; proficient and demonstrated skill with the aircraft.
• Over one year's actual and recent depot level aircraft maintenance and repair experience is required, (repair of mechanical systems, components, hydraulics, pneumatics, plumbing, rigging etc.); proficiency with interpretation of original equipment manufacturer’s technical data or work package instructions; experience using power or pneumatic hand tools.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Assignments require Minimal Knowledge beyond the assigned work.
• Demonstrates correct understanding of routine aspects of work.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their uses, repairs and maintenance.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service.
• Skilled with repairing, troubleshooting, installing and equipment maintenance.
• Knowledge of FAA requirements for aircraft maintenance procedures
• Ability to interpret and comprehend manufacturer and FAA approved work package instructions; ability to inspect and install parts/components.

Working Conditions / Environment/ Special Requirements

• Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations.
• As required by the position, must have the ability to wear a respirator as per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 "Respirator Protection" regulations with no restrictions that would prevent the proper use and/or seal of the respirator.
• Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts if required
• Employees will be subject to the random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations

GENERAL COMMITMENT FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

• Commitment to company values and complies with department norms, policies, directives, and procedures.
• Incorporates Lean and P3E processes and concepts into daily activities.
• Strive for continuous improvement to processes and procedures.
• Honors and protects confidential and proprietary documents and information.
• Satisfies work schedule requirements.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee. Performs other duties as assigned.

Embraer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.