Aviation Technician

American Express; City of Newburgh (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

American Express is seeking an Aviation Technician to maintain their aircraft. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in aircraft maintenance and hold important FAA certifications. Responsibilities include ensuring airworthiness, conducting inspections, and collaborating with the maintenance team. This role offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic aviation department within an innovative company. Competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits are included.

Benefits

Competitive base salaries

Bonus incentives

Flexible working model

20+ weeks paid parental leave

Comprehensive medical and dental benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years aircraft maintenance experience required.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm and passion for Aviation.
• Effective in a team environment with communication proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft servicing and inspections, including airframe accessories.
• Supervise fueling operations and manage maintenance events.
• Conduct troubleshooting and repairs of all aircraft systems.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Leadership attributes

Problem-Solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

FAA-issued Airframe and Powerplant Certificate

Job description

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career.

Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.

How will you make an impact in this role?

American Express Aviation is a world-wide, Part 91 corporate flight department supporting executive movement through business jet and helicopter transport.

The Aviation Technician is responsible for the safe, efficient, and professional maintenance of all American Express aircraft. The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate leadership behaviors and abilities to coordinate with all members of the maintenance department and or outside vendors to complete all maintenance in accordance with all applicable local, federal, and international regulations, as well as company policies and standard operating procedures.

The primary role of the Aviation Technician is to maintain the company aircraft in an airworthy condition in accordance with the manufacture’s recommended maintenance program and all applicable FARs. The Aviation Technician will collaborate with all Aviation department colleagues and leadership to maintain company aircraft in a flight ready status and execute department and company goals.

This position will be based in Newburgh, New York at Stewart International Airport, but must be willing to travel to other airports to support the flight operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform aircraft servicing and inspections to include all airframe accessories (i.e., APU, Engines, etc.)
• Demonstrate proficiency in maintaining and repairing interior components.
• Perform limited structural repairs.
• Be willing and able to travel as flight tech or in support of aircraft.
• Supervise fueling operations.
• Works a flexible schedule to support all aircraft operations.
• Shows a working knowledge to use aircraft IPC to research and order parts.
• Test, troubleshoot, and repair all aircraft systems.
• Demonstrate organizational skills, proficiency, and independence to create work scopes and manage/supervise maintenance events to include onsite.
• Show an ability to use technology and computer skills to include business applications and computerized maintenance programs.
• Work with supply vendors to order aircraft parts and services for unscheduled maintenance.
• Ensure maintenance being performed is done in accordance with approved data.
• Show a basic understanding of the maintenance tracking system and be able to make everyday maintenance entries.
• Be able to work independently on both Pre-flight and post-flight inspections.
• Be a qualified tug driver.
• Show a basic understanding and ability to approve aircraft for return to service.
• Perform hangar maintenance as needed to include ground support equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ years aircraft maintenance experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• FAA-issued Airframe and Powerplant Certificate. (I.A. rating Desirable)
• Exhibits enthusiasm, passion, and curiosity for Aviation.
• Demonstrates Leadership attributes.
• Inclusive mindset and behaviors.
• Demonstrates a willingness to learn new skills and adapt to a dynamic work environment.
• Functional computer application skills.
• Well-developed interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Holds a valid passport or is capable of obtaining one.
• Holds a valid driver’s license.
• Up-to-date immunization/vaccine record. (subject to review by Amex Medical)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior work experience in corporate/business aviation.
• Prior work experience on Gulfstream aircraft.
• Associates Degree is highly preferred.

Non-considerations for sponsorship:

Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.

Salary Range: $52.90 to $91.35 hourly + bonus + benefits

The above represents the expected hourly pay range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we’ll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.

We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:

• Competitive base salaries
• Bonus incentives
• 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
• Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
• Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
• 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
• Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
• Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
• Career development and training opportunities

For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site .

American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law. American Express will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. For positions covered by federal and/or state banking regulations, American Express will comply with such regulations as it relates to the consideration of applicants with criminal convictions.

We back our colleagues with the support they need to thrive, professionally and personally. That's why we have Amex Flex, our enterprise working model that provides greater flexibility to colleagues while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite, in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days) or fully virtually.

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