Aviation Technician III (1732)

VSE Aviation; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

VSE Aviation, located in the Town of Florida, NY, is seeking an Aviation Technician III responsible for inspecting, servicing, and repairing aircraft components. The role demands a strong mechanical aptitude and adherence to safety regulations.

Qualified candidates should have a Technical Degree or relevant experience of at least 6 years, with capabilities in troubleshooting fuel/pneumatic systems. The position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with the possibility of additional hours when required.

Qualifications

• 6-7 years of relevant work experience or 3 additional years in lieu of degree.
• Ability to inspect and repair aircraft fuel/pneumatic components.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and service aircraft fuel/pneumatic equipment.
• Perform work per manuals and regulations.
• Maintain shop calibrated tools.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Technical communication

Detail-oriented

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Technical Degree or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Aviation Technician III 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Use appropriate inspection techniques, and calibrated equipment for the unit/part being accomplished.
• Comply with environmental health and safety policies and procedures.
• Record information and accomplish 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Technical Degree (Airframe and Powerplant Certification) or equivalent
• 6-7 years 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.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• 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 Qualifications

• Airframe and Powerplant Certification or equivalent
• 9+ years of relevant work experience
• 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.