Aviation Accessory Technician II — Precision Expert

VSE Aviation; Independence (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

VSE Aviation in Independence, KS is seeking an Aviation Accessory Technician II for full-time employment on the 1st shift. The role involves maintaining limited fuel, oil, or air accessories per manufacturer data and FAA guidance, with emphasis on accuracy and safety.

You will assemble, test, read technical drawings, document repair work, and collaborate with QA/engineering to resolve issues while adhering to FAA standards. Background checks apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of relevant/technical work experience.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments, hand tools, and test equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical data and drawings.
• Basic computer operating skills.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Flexibility to changing workloads/priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assemble limited fuel controls, or limited governors, or all fuel, oil, or air accessories.
• Test limited fuel, oil, or air accessories 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 setup 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.

Skills

Precision measurement

Hand tools

Test equipment

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Reading drawings

Basic computer skills

Adaptability

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Precision measuring instruments

Hand tools

Test equipment

Job description

VSE Aviation in Independence, KS is seeking an Aviation Accessory Technician II for full-time employment on the 1st shift. The role involves maintaining limited fuel, oil, or air accessories per manufacturer data and FAA guidance, with emphasis on accuracy and safety.

You will assemble, test, read technical drawings, document repair work, and collaborate with QA/engineering to resolve issues while adhering to FAA standards. Background checks apply.