Aircraft Mechanic

Delaware State University; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Delaware State University is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic to perform and assist with maintenance to keep the university aircraft airworthy. You will report to the Chief of Maintenance and ensure inspections align with FARs and manufacturer guidance.

The role requires knowledge of FAR Part 65/43, FAA A&P certification, and hands-on experience with GA aircraft. Physical duties include lifting up to 50 pounds and maintaining a clean work area as part of daily tasks.

Qualifications

• High School education is required.
• Working knowledge of FAR Part 65 and FAR Part 43.
• Current FAA Airframe/Powerplant Certificate.
• Experience in an aviation maintenance environment working on GA aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and inspections in accordance with FARs and manufacturers.
• Ensure maintenance is completed efficiently while upholding quality standards.
• Keep the work area and equipment clean and orderly.
• Report issues, malfunctions, wear, or damage to Chief of Maintenance.

Skills

FAR Part 141 knowledge

Reading STCs/ADs/SBs

Avionics troubleshooting

lifting 50 lbs

Education

High School diploma

Associates or Bachelor's in Aviation

Job description

The Aircraft Mechanic position is a Professional Staff employee reporting to the Chief of Maintenance. The individual will be expected to perform and assist with the maintenance required to keep the Delaware State University aircraft in airworthy condition.

Essential Functions

The following are the functions essential to performing this job:

• Perform maintenance and inspections in accordance with the applicable FARs and manufacturer's recommendations.
• Ensure that all aircraft maintenance scheduled to be accomplished is completed in the most efficient means possible while maintaining the highest standards of quality.
• Keep the work area and equipment used in a clean and orderly condition.
• Reports issues, malfunctions, unusual wear, or damage to Chief of Maintenance.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The individual in this job must possess these skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation using some other combination of skills and abilities:

• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations, Part 141
• Experience in reading and understanding Supplemental Type Certificates (STC), Airworthiness Directives (AD), and Service Bulletins (SB)
• Prior experience in troubleshooting, inspection and repair of avionics systems required.
• Requires ability to twist, bend, squat, climb, crawling and/or other body movements to successfully accomplish the requirements of the position.
• Normal physical exertion required for periods of working on foot or standing; requires lifting/carrying of items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School education
• Have working knowledge of FAR Part 65 and FAR Part 43
• Current FAA Airframe / Powerplant Certificate
• Experience in an aviation maintenance environment working on GA aircraft

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years' experience maintaining aircraft operating under FAR Part 141
• FAA Private Pilot's Certification, and ability to maintain FAA 3rd Class medical and pilot currency or proficiency requirements
• Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Aviation or a related field
• Inspector Authorization renewal as per FAR Part 65.93