AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN - FT

Cutter Aviation; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Supplemental Plans

Job summary

Cutter Aviation in San Antonio, TX, seeks an experienced Maintenance Technician to perform airframe and powerplant repairs, inspections, and modifications on HondaJet, Piper, TBM, Pilatus, LearJets, Beechjet, Citations, and other corporate aircraft. You will follow FAA regulations, manufacturer manuals, and service bulletins while coordinating with senior techs to meet daily production targets.

Applicants should have 5+ years in aircraft maintenance, an A&P certificate (preferred), and a strong

Qualifications

• Five or more years demonstrated experience in aircraft maintenance inspections and repairs.
• Strong understanding in 135 and 145 repair station operations/regulations required.

Responsibilities

• Perform airframe and powerplant repairs, inspections and modifications.
• Interpret technical manuals, drawings and blueprints.
• Ensure repairs comply with FAA regulations and manufacturer instructions.
• Coordinate with maintenance lead technicians and plan shop activities.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping in work areas.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

San Antonio TX

Cutter Aviation – Excellence in Aviation since 1928

As the leading aviation services provider in the Southwestern United States, Cutter Aviation’s success is powered by our people. We value hard work, reward exceptional service, and are committed to building long-term careers by supporting our employees every step of the way.

Position Summary

Maintenance Technicians are responsible to the Maintenance Supervisor and shall assure that the procedure outlined in this manual as well as all FAA Regulations and manufacturer’s instructions are complied with. In addition to all responsibilities listed below, work involves the responsibility of performing routine maintenance, and major inspections on HondaJet, Piper, TBM, Pilatus, LearJets, Beechjet, Citations and other corporate aircraft. Troubleshooting, repair, and modification of aircraft systems and engines is accomplished by this position. In addition, component removal and reinstallation, operational checks, leak checks, and engine runs are all within the responsibility of the AMT. The AMT is responsible for using sound judgment and technical aptitude to make decisions regarding maintenance, sequence, and techniques, troubleshooting and discrepancy resolution.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure that all repairs are accomplished by approved methods and techniques and in accordance with the specifications set forth by the manufacturer in the service manuals, the Federal Aviation Regulations, service bulletins, and airworthiness directives and other data approved by the FAA administrator.
• Responsible for planning and coordinating the activities of their shop or area, so as to minimize delays and increase production and efficiency.
• Ensure that all work accomplished will be completed in strict accordance with the manufacturer's maintenance and repair instructions and TITLE 14 CFR part 43.
• Exercise all reasonable care to protect all parts- sub assembles; major assembles and completed units against loss or damage.
• Ensure that all applicable repair station forms utilized are properly completed.
• Ensure good housekeeping rules are observed and that all shop-working areas are kept clean and orderly at all times.
• Ensure proper tools and equipment are available, and those tools are maintained in serviceable condition and ensure that any tool which is found unserviceable for any reason will be removed from service. He will be responsible for good housekeeping and will ensure that housing and facilities and safety precautions are adequate.
• Ensure proper handling of parts and the preservation of all units or parts during the work process through the maintenance department.
• Required to be thoroughly familiar with the requirements of the repair station manual, FAA Regulations, Airworthiness Directives and Advisory Circulars, Manufactures Service Letters/Bulletins and engineering orders.
• Communicates with the maintenance lead technicians concerning progress of the assigned work.
• Perform airframe and powerplant repairs, inspections and modifications.
• Removal and disassembly of defective parts, assembly and installation of replacement parts and testing of system.
• Interpret technical manuals, drawings and blueprints.
• Ensure that all discrepancies are signed off with all the information completed, such as part numbers, maintenance manual, ATA and Chapter, etc.
• Displays and promotes a positive attitude toward work and other employees.
• Use experience and technical expertise to assist when necessary to meet completion and production schedules and produce the quality our company has come to expect.
• Assure that all safety precautions are taken and that available protection devices are properly used at all times when applicable to the tasks performed, in order to reduce the risk of possible injury and health problems resulting from performing assigned tasks.
• Identify any employees' problems and concerns and deal with them, if unable to solve the problems, forward them to management.
• Technicians shall have all their work inspected (except for off-site maintenance, see off-site maintenance requirements) by an appropriately rated inspector as listed on the Roster of Management Supervisory and Inspection Personnel at the completion of each task.
• Participates with management to strategize and implement new maintenance tactics.
• Provide leadership and communication to subordinates and employees.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits Available with employment: Medical, Dental, Vision and Supplemental Plans

Knowledge Required

• Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate (Preferred).
• Five or more years demonstrated experience in aircraft maintenance inspections and repairs.
• Strong understanding in 135 and 145 repair station operations/regulations required.

Job Specifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Possess a valid driver’s license and a have clean driving record.
• Able to pass a background check.
• Ability to pass a drug screening test.

  Ideal Candidate Will Have The Following Work Styles

  • Attention to detail.
  • Persistence in the face of obstacles.
  • A willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
  • Being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
  • Being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
  • Being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.
  • Guiding oneself with little or no supervision and depending on oneself to get things done IAW acceptable techniques and methods.
  • Maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior even in very difficult situations.
  • Accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.
  • Results oriented Proven ability to achieve goals. Follows through and meets deadlines; Strong organizational, multi-tasking and time management skills; Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Communication Oral Communication speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings. Written Communication Writes material in clear concise terms.