Aviation Technician (A&P Certified) (2837)

VSE; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

VSE Aviation is seeking an Aviation Technician I to perform inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting and overhaul of aircraft components in a safety-conscious environment. The role requires an A&P certification or equivalent, with multiple pathways for experience.

You will read schematics, document work and adhere to regulations while maintaining tools and performing under supervision. Schedule is Monday–Thursday, 6:30am–5:00pm, with potential for additional hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Technical degree with A&P certification or equivalent
• 4+ years of relevant/technical work experience OR 3 extra years in lieu of degree
• Ability to teardown, inspect, requisition parts, assemble, test, troubleshoot, repair and overhaul aircraft fuel/pneumatic components
• Read and interpret schematics and drawings accurately
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Willingness to work extra hours when needed
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, inspect, modify and service aircraft fuel/pneumatic equipment
• Perform and document work per manuals and regulations
• Maintain calibrated tools and ensure equipment is in good condition
• Work in accordance with approved data and procedures
• Follow shop lead directives and maintain safety standards
• Use inspection techniques and calibrated equipment for units/parts
• Record information and complete tasks per inspection procedures
• Read schematics/drawings and perform tasks safely
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Multitasking

Detail oriented

Interpersonal skills

Verbal/written communication

Education

A&P Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Calibrated tools

Job description

## Description**SUMMARY:** The Aviation Technician I must demonstrate high mechanical aptitude and will inspect, service, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and overhaul aircraft components while maintaining a safe work environment and following all company and federal rules/ regulations.**DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:**Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:* Troubleshoot, repair, inspect, modify and service aircraft fuel/pneumatic equipment.* Perform and document work performed per appropriate manuals and regulations as required.* Maintain all shop calibrated tools in satisfactory operational conditions.* Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with approved technical and regulatory data.* Perform work assignments as determined by the shop lead.* Uses appropriate inspection techniques, and calibrated equipment for the unit/part being accomplished.* Comply with environmental health and safety policies and procedures.* Records information and accomplishes the work assignments in compliance with the inspection procedures manual in quality policies and procedures.* Ability to read and interpret schematics and drawings.* Perform all assigned tasks in a safe and timely manner.* Other duties as assigned.**The schedule for this position is Monday - Thursday, 6:30am to 5:00pm.**## Qualifications**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:*** Technical Degree (Airframe and Powerplant Certification) or equivalent* 4+ year of relevant/technical work experience OR* An additional 3 years of specific work experience in lieu of degree.* The ability to teardown, inspection, parts requisition, assembly, testing, troubleshooting, repair, and overhaul of aircraft fuel/pneumatic components.* Must be able to multi-task/project oriented with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced industry meeting established timeline.* Have acceptable verbal, writing, listening and interpersonal skills to interact with all functional levels of internal contacts.* Be detailed oriented and organized.* Must be computer literate, and proficient with Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, and Excel).* Willing to work additional hours when operational objectives require it.* Ability to prioritize and to work without close supervision.**PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:*** Airframe and Powerplant Certification or equivalent* 7+ years of bench work experience on fuel components* Strong knowledge of electric fuel pumps, engine driven fuel pumps, fuel controls, fuel heaters, oil coolers, fuel actuators, fuel valves, fuel pressure switches, MEC's HMU's, FMU's, and fuel accessories.* Strong knowledge of flow control valves, hp s/o valves, engine starters, AUP bleed valves, anti-ice valves, pneumatic starters, pressure regulator valves, and shutoff valves.* FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic's License.**OTHER*** The selected applicant will be subject to a background check and drug testing.##