Aviation Accessory Technician III (306)

VSE Aviation; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Turbine Controls MRO, a VSE Aviation Company, seeks an Aviation Accessory Technician III to perform maintenance on fuel, oil, and pneumatic accessories in accordance with FAA data and OEM instructions. The role emphasizes troubleshooting, precise measurement, and documentation.

Based in Miramar, FL, the position requires 4 years of technical experience or an Associate’s degree with strong reading of technical drawings and CMMs.

Qualifications

• 4 years of relevant/technical work experience or an Associate’s degree in lieu of 2 years experience.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments, hand tools, and test equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, CMMs, and engineering drawings.
• Strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and ability to follow instructions.
• Read, write, and understand English; work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble fuel, oil, or pneumatic accessories when designated.
• Test accessories on bench or with test equipment and verify function.
• Operate test equipment to ensure airworthiness of components.
• Read and interpret technical data and drawings; generate data plates with laser.
• Document maintenance records and collaborate with QA/Engineering.
• Troubleshoot failures and assist with root-cause analysis.
• Utilize precision tools daily and maintain equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Reading technical drawings

Technical document interpretation

Education

Associate’s degree

Tools

Precision measuring instruments

Hand tools

Test equipment

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Miramar, FL 33025

Position Type: Full Time

Job Category: DOT - Safety Sensitive Position

Company Overview

Turbine Controls MRO, a VSE Aviation Company (“TC MRO”) is a globally recognized maintenance, repair and overhaul facility with over 180 employees and more than 45 years of expertise in engine component and accessory repair services. Our locations in Bloomfield, Connecticut and Miramar, Florida service original equipment manufacturers, airlines, engine centers, asset managers and government agencies supporting components and LRU's for commercial, military, airframe and industrial applications. Our focus on customer satisfaction, process improvement, quality, delivery and competitive pricing has made TC MRO a recognized leader in the aerospace industry.

Summary

The Aviation Accessory Technician III is responsible for performing maintenance on fuel, oil, or pneumatic 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. This role requires technical knowledge and troubleshooting skills.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assemble fuel, oil, or pneumatic accessories if designated assembler.
• Test fuel, oil, pneumatic accessories if designated test bench operator.
• Operate test equipment as needed to ensure accessories pass function test.
• 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.
• Verify all accessories are tested to the appropriate specifications to ensure airworthiness.
• Troubleshoot accessories 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.

Minimum Requirements

• 4 years of relevant/technical work experience.
• OR an Associate’s degree in lieu of 2 years experience.
• Proficiency in using precision measuring instruments, hand tools, and test equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve technical failures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow technical instructions.
• Very 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

• Associate’s degree
• AND 6+ 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.