Aviation Accessory Technician II (USI3) (2105)

VSE; Independence (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

VSE in the United States seeks an Aviation Accessory Technician II (USI3) to perform maintenance and alterations on civil aviation articles in accordance with manufacturer data and FAA-approved directives. Duties include assembling accessories, testing on benches, using precision tools, and documenting repair work orders.

Minimum 2+ years in aviation maintenance with the ability to read technical manuals and drawings, attention to detail, and strong mechanical aptitude.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

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 precision measuring instruments daily.
• Read and interpret technical data and drawings.
• Document maintenance records of repair work orders performed.
• Troubleshoot components to determine root cause of failures.
• Work with QA and engineering to resolve issues.

Skills

Precision measuring

Attention to detail

Reading technical drawings

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Measurement instruments

Test equipment

Component manuals (CMMs)

Job description

Aviation Accessory Technician II (USI3) (2105)

Overview

Position Type

Full Time

Job Shift

1st Shift

Category

DOT - Safety Sensitive Position

Description

SUMMARY: The Aviation Accessory Technician will perform maintenance and alteration tasks on 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.