Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. seeks an Aircraft Maintenance Technician in Melbourne, Florida. You will be responsible for performing preventive maintenance and inspections on fleet and customer aircraft, determining airworthiness, and ensuring compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations. Candidates must hold a valid Airframe and Powerplant mechanics license and possess strong interpersonal and analytical skills. The position requires physical capability for hands-on work and may involve variable weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Must hold a valid Airframe and Powerplant mechanics license.
• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on fleet and customer aircraft.
• Perform 50/100-hour inspections.
• Determine airworthiness of aircraft.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

Analytical ability

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of FAA regulations

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Valid Airframe and Powerplant license

Tools

Aircraft maintenance tools

Job description

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate the maturity, judgment, and analytical ability to perform all aspects of aircraft maintenance and preventive maintenance on fleet and customer aircraft
• Taxi and run up the aircraft
• Perform 50/100-hour inspections at required intervals on all fleet and customer aircraft
• Determine airworthiness of aircraft and components, IAW established procedures and Federal Aviation Regulations
• May be required to work nights, weekends, or go on A.O.G. trips
• Assure the completeness of all assigned work documents and records, and assist in the cleanup of the maintenance work area
• Coordinate all activities and complete all work required/assigned by D.O.M. or Shift Supervisor

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent, or any combination of education and experience that enables one to perform the job functions
• Must hold a valid Airframe and Powerplant mechanics license
• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations as they relate to aircraft maintenance
• Ability to read and interpret aircraft maintenance manuals and specifications to determine feasibility and methods of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components
• Must possess all tools
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven results‑oriented and self‑motivated work style
• Must be able to use ladders, work stands, jacks, etc., and be able to work on all areas of the aircraft that may require access during performance of duties
• Must be able to lift, carry, or move aircraft components weighing up to 50 lbs
• Physical requirements include stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, fingering, and feeling
• Work is performed in the hangar, flight line, or at remote locations under various weather conditions with elevated noise levels

Equal Opportunity

Florida Institute of Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics in its activities and programs. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Florida Tech does not discriminate on the basis of sex. Inquiries concerning the application of the Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment policy may be directed to the Equal Opportunity Director and Investigator at 150 West University Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32901, or email [e-mail], or [phone]; or to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Please notify us at least five days in advance if a reasonable accommodation for a disability is needed by calling the Office of Human Resources at 321-674-8100.

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