Aircraft Component Technician – Technician II

Jet Parts Engineering; Hauppauge (NY); On-site; USD 42,705 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Job summary

Northeast Aero Compressor is hiring skilled technicians to repair and test aircraft components across Pneumatic, Rotating, Fuel, Electro/Mechanical, and Hydraulics departments. You will follow OEM data and company procedures, perform disassembly/assembly, and document results with oversight from NEACO management.

Ideal candidates have 3–6 years in an MRO environment, strong hand-tool use, soldering ability, and excellent English communication.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in an MRO environment.
• Proficient in soldering and electrical assembly.
• Ability to read technical drawings and manuals.
• Fluent in English, with strong documentation habits.
• Must own a basic set of hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Test and repair aircraft components according to procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and proper documentation.
• Complete all forms and reports accurately per management.
• Collaborate with team to meet goals and deadlines.
• Support shop upkeep and periodic maintenance tasks.
• Communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Expert with hand tools

Soldering (electrical)

English fluency

Read blueprints/manuals

Detail-oriented

Inspection and testing

Punctual and reliable

Valid driver’s license

Own set of basic hand tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

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

Tools

Soldering tools

Multimeter

Calipers

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Northeast Aero Compressor is an equal opportunity employer.

On-the-job training and oversight provided by NEACO management.