Aircraft Mechanic I – Flight Line & Inspections

Textron Inc.; Cherry Point (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedules

Education Assistance

Career Development & Training

Wellness Program

Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K)

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Textron Systems ATAC is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic I at Cherry Point, NC to perform maintenance on airborne training aircraft and support safe launch and recovery operations at permanent and detachment sites.

The role requires A&P certification or 5+ years of military maintenance equivalency, ability to troubleshoot complex issues, and the stamina to lift 50 lbs and travel up to 25% of the time. Training and leadership of junior technicians are part of the duties.

Qualifications

• A&P certification or at least 5 years of military aircraft maintenance equivalency.
• Capable of performing unsupervised complex maintenance actions and holds/has held a QAR, engine turn qualification or advanced troubleshooting experience.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to climb in and out of the aircraft.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance efforts in support of company commitments.
• Proficient in one type/model aircraft and helper on additional type/model aircraft.
• Utilize AMS program.
• Training of maintenance personnel.
• Manage assigned maintenance programs.
• Assist with coordination of detachment requirements with Crew Chiefs.
• Obtain and maintain Detachment Lead qualification.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls.
• Repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structures and components including rigging and surface controls.
• Perform 100-hour, progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly/calendar inspections.
• Adjust, repair, or replace electrical wiring and aircraft accessories; perform preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight inspections.
• Interpret blueprints/manufacturers’ manuals to solve problems.
• Prioritize workload to maintain schedules on projects.
• Manage programs as assigned.
• Travel up to 25%.

Skills

A&P certification / military equival.

Heavy lifting 50 lbs

Climb in/out aircraft

Stand for long periods

Tools

Specialized tooling

Job description

Textron Systems ATAC is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic I at Cherry Point, NC to perform maintenance on airborne training aircraft and support safe launch and recovery operations at permanent and detachment sites.

The role requires A&P certification or 5+ years of military maintenance equivalency, ability to troubleshoot complex issues, and the stamina to lift 50 lbs and travel up to 25% of the time. Training and leadership of junior technicians are part of the duties.