Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd in Broomfield, CO is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Technician to join our team. You will perform general maintenance, troubleshoot, and replace line replaceable units on PC-12 and PC-24 production and demonstrator aircraft in accordance with FAA regulations and company procedures.

Qualified candidates hold an FAA Airframe and Powerplant license, have at least two years of hands-on experience with PC-12/PC-24 or similar aircraft, and can lift up to 40 lbs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant license required.
• Minimum two years of PC-12/PC-24 or similar aircraft maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and maintains production aircraft during completion process.
• Inspects and maintains demonstrator aircraft and keeps them flight-ready.
• Records work progress in job cards and other production documents.
• Removes fairings and flight controls for paint, reinstalls after completion.
• Performs control surface balancing after paint.
• Inspects incoming aircraft and parts per FAA RSM manual.
• Uses safety equipment and complies with safety regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Aircraft maintenance

Troubleshooting

Lifting 40 lbs

Climbing ladders

Education

High school diploma or GED

FAA Airframe and Powerplant license

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Description

Pilatus is hiring an Aircraft Maintenance Technician to join our team in Broomfield, CO. In this role, you will be responsible for performing general maintenance, troubleshooting, and replacement of line replaceable units (LRU) on Pilatus PC-12 and PC-24 production and demonstration aircraft, in accordance with manufacturing specifications, approved procedures, and applicable FAA and FOCA regulations and standards. Take your career to the next level with Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and maintains production aircraft as they progress through the completion process
• Inspects and maintains demonstrator aircraft and keeps in flight ready condition
• Records work progress in job cards, acceptance test procedures, and other production documents in accordance with company procedures
• Removes fairings and flight controls in preparation for paint and reinstalls upon completion
• Performs control surface balancing after paint
• Inspects incoming aircraft and parts as per FAA Certified Repair Station Manual (RSM) manual
• Uses proper safety equipment and complies with all safety requirements in accordance with company and government standards, rules, and regulations

Other Duties/Responsibilities

• Services and maintains ground support equipment
• Cleans and details aircraft and assists in aircraft movement
• Maintains a clean, safe, and healthy work area
• Responds to other projects, additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by lead or manager
• Regular attendance and willingness to work overtime as required

Requirements

Skills/Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Must have an FAA Airframe and Powerplant license
• Minimum two years of experience in PC-12 and PC-24 or similar aircraft performing general maintenance duties.
• Pratt & Whitney and Williams Engine experience or training a plus
• Knowledge of removing, balancing, and installing flight surfaces a plus
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 lbs.
• Must be able to climb ladders, stairs, and work in restricted spaces
• Ability to use hand tools and specialized test equipment
• Proficiency in general computer use and MS Office software, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Must qualify as a U.S. person in compliance with ITAR 22 CFR 120.62

The salary range for this position is $35 - $45 per hour depending on experience. Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd was founded in Broomfield, Colorado in 1996. Pilatus’ 118,000 square foot facility is custom-designed to conduct aircraft interior and exterior completions for all PC-12 PRO and PC-24 aircraft delivering to North and South America. This new completions center consolidates the operations Pilatus has performed at the Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport for almost 30 years.

With over 3,000 employees and about 200 apprentices at its headquarters in Stans, Switzerland and completion center in Broomfield, Colorado, the Pilatus family unites people from over 40 countries. We offer a secure, innovative, international, and sustainable work environment. Courage, vision, and outstanding performance have made us a strong company. Our culture is shaped by a high level of quality awareness, close customer relationships, and a high degree of employee commitment.

Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.