Aviation Mechanic | FAA A&P Certified, Flight School

Central Texas College; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Texas College in Texas is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic for a full-time role overseeing inspection, maintenance, and repair of college aircraft as part of a safe flight training operation.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, an Associates Degree in Aviation preferred, and a valid FAA A&P certificate. IA preferred; FAA Part 141 knowledge desirable; 1 year experience preferred. Must read manuals and work independently with accuracy.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associates Degree in Aviation preferred.
• Current FAA Airframe and Power Plant Certificate required.
• Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred.
• One year aircraft maintenance experience preferred.
• FAA Private Pilot Certificate highly preferred.
• Knowledge of FAA FAR Part 141 Flight School operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, troubleshoots, repairs and performs maintenance operations on college training aircraft in accordance with FAA regulations and appropriate technical manuals.
• Performs major and minor repairs and alterations on aircraft parts and components.
• Assists in documenting aircraft repairs and inspections and revising required information in aircraft logbooks.
• Assists in determining required replacement and repair parts and providing aviation department staff with necessary information for requisition and purchasing process.
• Assists in storage, maintenance and inventory of replacement parts, specialized tools and ground support equipment.
• Researches and ensures compliance with appropriate Airworthiness Directives for aircraft, power plants, propellers and accessories.
• Helps other mechanics in maintenance and repair procedures.
• Helps to maintain work area in an organized and clean condition to promote efficient and safe maintenance and repair operations

Skills

Reading manuals

Interpreting regulations

Diagnosing problems

Following instructions

Independent work

Tool selection

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree in Aviation

A&P Certificate

IA Preferred

Private Pilot Certificate

FAR Part 141 knowledge

Job description

Central Texas College in Texas is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic for a full-time role overseeing inspection, maintenance, and repair of college aircraft as part of a safe flight training operation.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, an Associates Degree in Aviation preferred, and a valid FAA A&P certificate. IA preferred; FAA Part 141 knowledge desirable; 1 year experience preferred. Must read manuals and work independently with accuracy.