Aircraft Component Technician – Technician II

Northeast Aero Compressor Corp.; Bohemia (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Northeast Aero Compressor Corp. is seeking skilled technicians to join our aviation repair team in New York. Openings cover Pneumatic, Rotating, Fuel, Electro/Mechanical, and Hydraulics departments.

The role involves testing, troubleshooting, disassembly and assembly of aircraft components, following OEM specifications, and on-the-job training by NEACO management. The ideal candidate has 3–6 years in an MRO environment, strong mechanical aptitude, hand-tool expertise, and English fluency.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in an MRO environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Expert with hand tools.
• Proficient with soldering (electrical and/or circuit boards).
• Ability to follow instructions and work according to written procedures.
• Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Able to read and understand technical drawings, blueprints, manuals.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and highly organized.
• Experience with testing and repair of units.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Own a basic set of hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Commitment to company values and ethics.
• Test and repair aircraft components per manuals, drawings, procedures, and training.
• Maintain a clean, clutter-free work area.
• Complete all company forms and reports accurately.
• Collaborate with co-workers to meet goals set by management.
• Assist in shop upkeep and routine maintenance.
• Communicate clearly with internal and external representatives, including FAA/airline inspectors (training provided).

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Soldering (electrical)

Reading blueprints/drawings

Written procedures

Fluent English

Computer use

Detail-oriented

Punctual and reliable

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

A&P license/certificate (not required, but a plus)

Tools

Hand tools

Testing equipment

Soldering tools

Measuring instruments

Job description

Description

Northeast Aero is seeking skilled and motivated technicians with a hunger for knowledge and a passion for aviation repair to join our team. We currently have open positions in Pneumatic, Rotating, Fuel, Electro/Mechanical, and Hydraulics departments.

Our ideal candidate is a team player with a passion for working with their hands, utilizing various tools, materials, and specialized testing equipment to test and repair aircraft components in accordance with OEM and/or customer specifications.

The technician's responsibilities include testing, troubleshooting, disassembling, and assembling aircraft components. All positions require knowledge of our procedures as they pertain to processes and documentation. On-the-job training and oversight are provided by NEACO management.

Requirements

Primary Responsibilities

• Commitment to company values and ethics


• Test and repair aircraft components in accordance with company-provided data (manuals, drawings, procedures, etc.) and company-provided training


• Maintain a clean, clutter-free work area


• Correctly, concisely, and legibly complete all company forms and reports as required by management (both written and online)


• Work with co-workers to achieve goals and objectives set by management


• Assist in basic shop upkeep and maintenance, including routine cleaning of the technician's work area and periodic shop maintenance assignments


• Communicate clearly and effectively with internal and external representatives, including management, customer representatives, FAA inspectors, and airline inspectors (training provided)

Experience and Skills

• 3-6 years of experience in an MRO environment


• Strong mechanical aptitude


• Expert with hand tools


• Fully proficient with general electrical soldering and/or circuit board level soldering


• Ability to follow instructions and work according to written procedures concisely and accurately


• Fluent in speaking, reading, and writing English


• Able to read and thoroughly understand technical drawings, blueprints, manuals, and instructions (a pre-employment technical skills and comprehension test may be required)


• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and highly organized


• Proficient in inspection, testing, and repair of most units in the department


• Experience using a computer


• Punctual and reliable


• Valid driver's license


• Technician candidate must own their own set of basic hand tools

Education

• High school diploma or GED required


• A&P license/certificate not required (but a plus)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.


• Constant hand manipulation of small to medium components


• Sitting or standing for long periods of time


• Frequent use of hand tools and other repair equipment


• Use of chemicals for cleaning, lubricating, and painting

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly position commensurate with experience level, skill level, and/or certifications: $31-$40/hour


• We offer medical, dental, vision, life, and other insurance options


• 401(k) with 100% match on first 4%


• Full-time workers receive paid holidays, vacation, and sick/personal leave accrued on hire date

Additional Information

This position is safety-sensitive and requires participation in the FAA DOT Drug Abatement Program. Pre-employment and random drug/alcohol testing required. A pre-employment technical skills and comprehension test may be administered.

Northeast Aero Compressor is an equal opportunity employer.
On-the-job training and oversight provided by NEACO management.