Aviation Maintenance Technician Gulfstream G450 G550 G280

NetJets; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Aviation Maintenance Technician, where your expertise will support a fleet of aircraft in a dynamic and collaborative environment. This role involves performing critical maintenance tasks, ensuring safety and compliance, and offering high-quality service to our clients. You'll be part of a dedicated team that values employee growth and work-life balance, with access to comprehensive benefits and a culture that prioritizes safety and integrity. If you are passionate about aviation and ready to take on new challenges, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with matching contributions

Health savings account (HSA)

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Life insurance and AD&D benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Pet insurance

14 days of paid time off

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in aircraft maintenance.
• Ability to perform receiving inspections to company standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft.
• Travel to airport locations for Aircraft on Ground repairs.

Skills

Ability to run and taxi owner aircraft

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to operate various tools

Ability to perform repairs under pressure

Communication skills

Education

FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification

Tools

Jacks

Welders

Paint guns

Sanders

Drill press

Job description

About EJM

EJM has been a pioneer in aircraft management and worldwide jet charter services since 1977. As a subsidiary of NetJets, we are part of the world's largest private aviation infrastructure, with unrivaled resources and operational stability. Our business is rooted in the core principles of safety, service, and integrity—principles that we deliver on daily for our customers and employees.

Purpose of Position

Executive Jet Management, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is seeking a qualified Aviation Maintenance Technician to join a well-established flight department that consists of three aircraft, eleven pilots, four maintenance technicians and one flight attendant flying part 135 based at Dupage and Midway Airports in Chicago IL. This specific position will support the G550, G450 and G280 at MDW and DPA airports flying part 91 and 135 to international and domestic destinations.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Perform, or oversee the performance of, and document scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft including engines, landing gear, instruments, pressurized sections, accessories (brakes, valves, pumps, air conditioning systems, seats, etc.) and other parts of the owner aircraft as required. Repairs and services hangar, shop and ground support equipment.
• Do necessary inspections using precision instruments to measure parts for wear and use. Comply with tool calibration requirements. Communicate all inspections and calibrations with the EJM Fleet Department. Ensure that all safety regulations including hazardous waste management are complied with in on a federal, state and local level.
• Travel to airport locations to repair owner aircraft in Aircraft on Ground (AOG) status or arrange repairs through outside vendors. On occasion travel on the owner aircraft for test flights, troubleshooting or at the owner's request. Coordinate release of aircraft with EJM Fleet Department.
• Performs receiving inspection on all incoming parts and components.
• Responsible for assuring that the company’s goals for safety, security and quality are met by continual compliance with the company Safety Management System (SMS) program and reporting through the appropriate process any safety, security or quality recommendations or non-compliance observations.

Note:

It is not possible to list all required job duties on this form. There may be other important duties assigned, depending on the position. For a list of essential job functions, please refer to the essential functions document for this job.

Certifications and Licenses FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Years of Experience 4-6 years of experience Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other (KSAOs)

• Ability to run and taxi owner aircraft.
• Ability to work on a lift platform 3 feet to 40 feet in the air, as required by repair needs.
• Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time while performing repairs.
• Ability to operate various tools including, but not limited to jacks, welders, torches, paint guns, sanders, and drill press.
• Ability to lift and move machine parts weighing up to 70 pounds from ground to equipment level (waist level) and maneuver any single item weighing up to 125 pounds with appropriate equipment or assistance from another person.
• Ability to learn and use technical manuals. Good mechanical aptitude and ability to solve problems effectively.
• Able to communicate both in writing and orally in clear and understandable manner.
• Must be able to effectively and quickly perform repairs in short notice, high pressure situations.
• Must be able to input and retrieve information from computers.
• Able to travel to locations, in all weather conditions, in order to perform repairs.
• Must be able to perform receiving inspection to company standards
• Must possess the ability to operate basic hand tools.
• Preference given to local candidates with Gulfstreamor similar aircraft size experience.

Base Salary Range

Cabin Size

Small/Mid/Supermid

$80,000 - $225,000

Large/Heavy/Premium

$80,000 - $300,000

How EJM Supports You

At EJM, we believe that how you do something is as important as what you do. That's why we foster a collaborative company culture, where leadership is accessible, employee opinions are valued, and relationships matter. We encourage employee growth, recognize the importance of work-life balance, and take pride in being a career destination.

To ensure our employees are taken care of at work and at home, we offer a comprehensive package of premium benefits, including:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, available with no monthly premiums
• 401(k) plan, with 66% of every dollar you contribute matched by EJM
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Prescription drug benefit plan
• Life insurance and AD&D benefits
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Loss of license coverage
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet insurance
• 14 days of paid time off, available on first day of employment

Executive Jet Management is an equal opportunity employer.
To ensure a safe environment, we conduct pre-employment drug screening and background checks.