Aircraft Maintenance Technician

AERO CHARTER INC; Chesterfield (MO); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

AERO CHARTER INC in Chesterfield, MO is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Technician to maintain, repair, and inspect aircraft ensuring safe FAA-guided operations. Responsibilities include regular aircraft maintenance, inspections of engines and components, and documentation of repairs and tests.

Preferred candidates have an FAA-accredited technical background and A&P certification within three years. Must be able to work in a team and perform under potentially stressful conditions.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of aircraft parts, systems, and mechanics.
• Ability to read manuals and resolve complex mechanical issues.
• High school diploma or equivalent; FAA-accredited program preferred.
• A&P certification within three years of hire preferred.

Responsabilités

• Performs regular maintenance on aircraft.
• Ensures proper working condition of mechanical systems before flight.
• Develops and maintains records of maintenance, repairs, inspections, and reports.
• Inspects engines, wings, propellers, tails and other parts for cracks, corrosion or defects.
• Inspects hoses and lubricates joints; replaces worn parts.
• Consults manuals to identify correct operations and specifications for replacements or repairs.
• Installs new parts to replace or repair defective or recalled parts; performs tasks to specifications.
• Repairs sheet metal as needed.
• Ensures function of engines and operating systems via tests and tools.
• Identifies and resolves mechanical problems from inspections or pilot/crew reports.
• Collaborates with A&P mechanics or other personnel to repair engines and non-instrumental parts.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Aircraft parts, systems, mechanics

Tools and testing methods

Read and follow manuals

Detail-oriented

Workmanship quality

Work under stress

Basic inspections/repairs

Learn new skills

Verbal communication

Formation

HS diploma or equivalent

FAA-accredited technical school

FAA A&P certification within 3 years

Description du poste

Job Details: Job Location: Chesterfield, MO 63005, Position Type: Full Time, Job Summary: The Aircraft Maintenance Technician will maintain, repair, and inspect aircraft to ensure safe operations within guidelines set by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Performs regular maintenance on aircraft.
• Ensures proper working condition of mechanical systems before flight.
• Develops and maintains records of maintenance, repairs, inspections, and any reports related to parts or services.
• Inspects and examines engines, wings, propellers, tails, and other parts to identify cracks, corrosion, or other defects.
• Inspects hoses and lubricates joints; replaces any that show signs of needing repair.
• Consults maintenance manuals and specifications to identify correct operations and specifications for replacements or repairs.
• Installs new parts to replace or repair defective or recalled parts or to enhance the performance of the aircraft; performs these tasks efficiently and to specifications.
• Repairs sheet metal as needed.
• Ensures proper function of engines and operating systems via a variety of tests and tools.
• Identifies and resolves mechanical problems based on visual inspections or reports from pilot or crew.
• Collaborates, as needed, with airframe and power plant (A&P) mechanics or other appropriate personnel to repair engines and non-instrumental parts.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Required Skills/Abilities:

• Thorough understanding of aircraft parts, systems, and mechanics.
• Thorough understanding of tools and testing methods used to ensure proper functioning of an aircraft and its parts, systems, and mechanics.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and adhere to manual instructions to resolve complex mechanical issues.
• Detail-oriented with mechanical inclination.
• Superior and careful workmanship.
• Ability to perform consistently under stressful conditions.
• Ability to perform basic inspections and repairs.
• Ability to learn new skills and methods of repairs.
• Sufficient oral and verbal communication skills, as needed, to discuss equipment malfunctionsand complete reports.

Preferred Qualifications

• Cessna Citation XLS (560XL)
• Cessna Citation Sovereign (680)
• Cessna Citation CJ Series (525)
• Beechcraft King Air 350 (B300)

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an FAA-accredited technical school program preferred.
• A&P mechanic certification by the FAA preferred within three years of hire.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand, lie, and kneel in awkward positions and spaces.
• Must be able to perform work on scaffolding or ladders.
• Must be able to lift and pull objects weighing up to 70 pounds at a time.
• Manual dexterity and physical strength necessary to operate tools or make adjustments andrepairs.
• Must have visual acuity to inspect equipment and identify defects.
• Must be able to hear well enough to test sounds and identify functioning level of aircraft.