Aviation Accessory Technician II (MRO) (3303)

VSE; Independence (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

VSE in Independence, KS is seeking an Aviation Accessory Technician II (MRO) to maintain limited fuel, oil, or air accessories per manufacturer data and FAA directives. You will test components on benches, read technical drawings, and document all repair work with precision tooling and laser data plates.

The role demands high mechanical aptitude, accuracy under pressure, and the ability to follow technical instructions with attention to safety. Background checks and drug testing apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of relevant/technical experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical data and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Assemble limited fuel, oil, or air accessories per FAA data.
• Test accessories on provided benches.
• Read and interpret CMMs and engineering drawings.
• Generate data plates for components using a laser system.
• Document repair work orders and maintenance records.
• Background check and drug testing as required.

Skills

Precision measurement

Attention to detail

Reading technical manuals

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Precision measuring instruments

Hand tools

Test equipment

Job description

Aviation Accessory Technician II (MRO) (3303)# Aviation Accessory Technician II (MRO) (3303)Independence, KS 67301## OverviewPosition TypeFull TimeJob Shift1st ShiftCategoryDOT - Safety Sensitive Position## Description**SUMMARY:** The Aviation Accessory Technician II is responsible for performing maintenance on limited fuel, oil, or air accessories by civil aviation articles in accordance with the current technical data provided in the manufacturers’ Instructions for Continued Airworthiness, Services Bulletins, service letters, Airworthiness Directives, government and industry standard practices, and other data acceptable to or approved by the FAA.**DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:**Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Assemble limited fuel controls, or limited governors, or all fuel, oil, or air accessories.* Test limited fuel, oil, or air accessories (Excluding fuel controls and governors) on provided testing benches.* Utilize hand tools and specialty tools for precision measurements daily.* Read and interpret technical data and drawings.* Generate data plates for components completed with use of a laser system.* Troubleshoot components failing test or set up to determine root cause of failure.* Work closely with quality assurance and engineering teams to identify and resolve technical issues.* Document maintenance records of all repair work orders performed.* Other duties as assigned.## Qualifications**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS****:*** High School Diploma or equivalent.* 2+ years of relevant/technical work experience.* Proficiency in using precision measuring instruments, hand tools, and test equipment.* Strong attention to detail and ability to follow technical instructions.* High Mechanical aptitude.* Ability to read and interpret technical documents, component maintenance manuals (CMMs), and engineering drawings.* Basic computer operating skills.* Flexible to changing workloads/priorities based on customer requirements.* Must be able to read, write, and understand English.* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and quality.**PREFERRED** **REQUIREMENTS****:*** High School Diploma or equivalent.* 4+ years of technical work experience in aviation maintenance, MRO, or accessory repair.**OTHER****:**The selected applicant will be subject to a background check and drug testing.