Aviation Accessory Technician III, OEM (2794)

VSE Aviation, Inc.; Independence (KS); In loco; USD 55.000 - 85.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

VSE Aviation, Inc. is seeking an Aviation Accessory Technician III in Independence, KS. You will perform maintenance on fuel, oil, and air accessories per manufacturer data and FAA directives, ensuring airworthiness through testing and documentation.

The role requires attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to read technical manuals and drawings. Relevant experience and an associate degree are preferred, with a background in maintenance operations in a fast-paced environment.

Competenze

• Associate’s degree or equivalent technical training.
• 2+ years of relevant/technical work experience, or 4+ years with no degree.
• Ability to read and interpret technical data, CMMs, and engineering drawings.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments, hand tools and test equipment.

Mansioni

• Assemble all fuel controls, governors, or related accessories as designated.
• Test and bench-test fuel controls, governors, or accessories.
• Operate test equipment to verify functionality and durability.
• Use precision tools for measurements and tolerances.
• Read and interpret technical data, drawings and manuals.
• Document repair work orders and maintenance records.
• Collaborate with QA and engineering to resolve issues.
• Support ongoing training and compliance requirements.

Conoscenze

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Reading technical documents

English proficiency

Reading drawings

Precision measuring

Formazione

Associate’s degree

Strumenti

Precision measuring instruments

Hand tools

Test equipment

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Details: Job Location: Independence, KS 67301, Position Type: Full Time, Job Shift: 1st Shift, Job Category: DOT - Safety Sensitive Position, SUMMARY: The Aviation Accessory Technician III is responsible for performing maintenance on all 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. This role requires technical knowledge and troubleshooting skills.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assemble all fuel controls, or all governors, or all fuel, oil, or air accessories if designated assembler.
• Test limited fuel controls, or limited governors, or all fuel, oil, air 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.

Qualifications: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Associate’s degree.
• 2+ years of relevant/technical work experience
• OR an additional 2 years of specific work experience in lieu of degree.
• 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.

PREFERREDREQUIREMENTS

• 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.