Aircraft Technician II - Hickam, HI

D.O.M. magazine; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Jet Aviation Staffing is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Technician II to support the Jet Aviation Flight Services fleet. Under minimal supervision, you will perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs on aircraft systems and structures, coordinating with MT/L, STM and the Inspection Department to meet FAA requirements.

Must hold FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate, a high school diploma, and be able to obtain a US Government Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

• Must have ability to obtain and maintain US Government Secret Security clearance.
• Willing to travel worldwide to support aircraft.
• Military and/or CLS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs of moderate to advanced complexity on aircraft systems and structures.
• Coordinate with MTL, STM, and Inspection Department to ensure FAA compliance and proper documentation.
• Complete CMP cards, work orders, and other paperwork accurately and timely.
• Assist with shift turnovers and train less experienced technicians.
• Ensure work meets quality standards and safety procedures.

Skills

Security clearance eligibility

Travel willingness

Military/CLS experience

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Behind every seamless journey, is the perfect team. Since 1983, Jet Aviation Staffing has been supporting the industry’s most prominent aviation companies by attracting and placing top talent. With thousands of direct hire placements of crew members, maintenance professionals, support staff, management and executive positions, and many more disciplines, we continue to perfect the art of staffing. When you want to find the very best career opportunity, you can rely on a team of dedicated professionals. On behalf of our external customers, Jet Aviation Staffing upholds in-depth and extensive standards to ensure we are recommending the best talent. Dedicated to the details, our expertise ensures a perfect career opportunity match for each of our candidates and a seamless experience for our customer.JobDescription:AircraftTechnicianIIUnique Skills:MusthaveabilitytoobtainandmaintainUSGovernmentSecretSecurityclearance.Willingtotravelworldwidetosupportaircraft.Previousmilitaryand/orCLSexperiencepreferred.EducationandExperienceRequirements:Highschooldiploma/GED.ValidDriver’sLicenserequired. FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate and two (2) years of aviation maintenance experience or four (4) years of aviation maintenance to include two (2) years of experience working on mid/large‑size aircraft required.PositionPurpose:Underminimalsupervision,performsinspections,maintenance,andrepairsofmoderatetoadvancedcomplexityonaircraftsystemsandstructures.PrincipalDutiesandResponsibilies:EssentialFunctions:1.Communicateasrequiredtoreceiveandunderstandtheworkassignments.Performcomplexaircraftinspections,repairs,and modificationswithminimalsupervision.2.CoordinatewithMTL,STM,andtheInspectionDepartmenttoensurecompliancewithinternalandFAAinspectionanddocumentationrequirements.ProperlycompleteCMPcards,workordersign‑offs,andotherpaperworkinatimelyandaccurate manner.Assistasneededwithshiftturnovers.3.Ensurethatallworkaccomplishedmeetsqualitystandardsandspecifications.4.Properlyidentify(tag)customerpropertyandequipment.Storeaircraftcomponentsandothercustomerpropertysecurelyandsafely.5.Followstandardoperatingprocedureswhenoperatinggroundsupportequipment(externalpowercarts,hydraulicmules,hydraulic liftplatforms,towtugs,forklifts,compressedgascylinders,etc.)6.Coordinate,accomplish,andassistwithaircraftmovementinhangarandrampareas.7.Providetrainingtolessexperiencedtechnicians.8.Protectcustomersproperty(PTP).AdditionalFunctions:1.Properlycollectanddisposeofwastefuel,oil,hydraulicfluids,de‑icingfluids,andsolventrags.Apply6LSandLeanInitia‑tivestokeep shops,hangars,andaircraftworkareascleananduncluttered.2.ImplementandapplyLean/continuousimprovementprocessestoallareasofresponsibility.3.ProperlyuseandmaintainCompany‑providedtoolsandequipment.Returnitemstodesignatedstorageareaafteruse.4.Complywithsafetyrulesandprocedures.Useprotectiveequipmentasrequiredandbealertforunsafeconditions.Addressunsafeconditionsbeforeputtingpeopleorpropertyatrisk.5.Usethematerialtrackingsystemtocreatepartsdemand,tracksquawks,andsign‑offs,andtochargelabortocorrectworkorders.6.Insupportofaircraftcertificationandfinalphasetesting,mayincludeflighttestsonaircraftasrequired.7.Performotherdutiesasassigned.OtherRequirements:1.WorkingknowledgeoftheFAAregulations,processspecifications,RepairStationandQualityControlmanuals,andcompanypoliciesandprocedures.2.Abilitytoread,write,speak,andunderstandtheEnglishlanguage.3.Abletoclimbladdersandstairs,workinsmallspacesandrestrictedareas,andliftupto50pounds.4.Availabletoworkanyshift.5. Must be able to use computer.Position SummaryThe Aircraft Maintenance Technician is responsible for repairs, diagnosis, and maintenance of aircraft in the Jet Aviation Flight Services fleet.

Minimum Requirements

• Airframe and Powerplant certificate required
• Minimum of high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations applicable to assigned aircraft
• 4-7 years of business aviation experience
• Possess a valid driverââ¬â¢s license with a clean driving record
• Must be able to obtain an airport ID within ââ¬Åxââ¬Â days of employment
• Ability to use to MS Office Suite.
• Ability to work flexible schedules
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence

Main Responsibilities

• Provides technical support to engineers and scientists on a variety of technical tasks
• Develops and recommends procedures and methods, and prepares technical reports and documentation
• Performs technical evaluations of events to determine root cause; recommends corrective action
• Responsibilities are within the Technical Specialty/Skilled Trade Function as a generalist or in a combination of Disciplines
• Requisitions replacement parts and equipment
• Other duties may be assigned, as needed
• Represent Jet Aviation as one company internally and externally with industry groups, regulatory bodies and the General Dynamics network

Main Responsibilities Cont.Desired Characteristics

• Associate degree in Aviation Management or 2-year Technical School credentials preferred
• Experience with technical manual database software
• SAP knowledge preferred but not required.
• Exceptional communication skills and display mastery in functioning within a team-oriented setting
• Comfortable using mathematics to solve practical problems
• Has a pleasant, friendly, and helpful manner to deliver the best experience to customers and colleagues
• Quality driven with a passion for excellence to represent Jet Aviation as a Brand Ambassador
• Demonstration and commitment to Jet Aviation values (Trust, Honesty, Alignment, Transparency)

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to use their hands and fingers to handle, feel, or reach. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, or sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds above their heads. Specific vision required for this job include, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust and focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee must be able to work in both a heavy maintenance environment and in upscale customer areas. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate with occasional high volume when aircrafts arrive/depart. The employee is frequently exposed to vibration. Occasional fuel fumes may permeate the workplace. Employee must be willing and able to work in all types of weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. The Hangar environment may be extreme hot and cold during certain seasons of the year.Jet Aviation provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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