Avionics Aviation Maintenance Technician 145

Air Methods; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Methods is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic specializing in Avionics in Mesa, Arizona. Responsibilities include performing maintenance, repairs, and inspections of company-operated aircraft in accordance with policies and Federal Aviation Regulations.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, 5 to 7 years of aircraft maintenance experience, and FAA A&P License preferred. A strong understanding of electrical troubleshooting and teamwork is essential for success in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5 to 7 years’ related aircraft maintenance experience required.
• FAA A&P License in good standing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and repairs of aircraft and components.
• Ensure aircraft maintenance documentation is executed in compliance.
• Actively participate in the company’s Safety Management System.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Ability to read technical documents

Multi-tasking in fast-paced environments

Team player

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Proficient with Microsoft Suite

Education

High school diploma or GED

5 to 7 years related aircraft maintenance experience

FAA A&P License preferred

Tools

RAMCO

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Overview

Job Summary

Specialization in Avionics Required

Looking for AMTs with a rotor background, but open to 7+ years of heavy aircraft maintenance experience. Responsible for performing maintenance, repairs, inspections, and alterations of Company operated aircraft and articles as assigned in accordance with Air Methods’ policies and procedures. Ensures company operational goals and objectives are met, while guaranteeing all aircraft maintenance documentation is executed in compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, company policies and procedures, and applicable maintenance manuals.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:

• Perform inspections and repairs of aircraft and components in accordance with maintenance procedures, airworthiness directives, service bulletins, service letters, and applicable Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Upon installation or removal of any component or assembly, the Mechanic shall verify by physical inspection or markings on the part that the part number and serial number match the associated documentation.
• Ensures all aircraft maintenance documentation is executed in compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, company policies and procedures, and applicable maintenance manuals to include specific chapters.
• Actively participates in the continuous improvement phase (level 4) of the company’s Safety Management System (SMS) and is familiar with the SMS policies, processes, and procedures.
• Maintains work area in a clean and professional manner.
• Other Duties as assigned.

145 Specific

• Utilizes Air Method’s EAP system (Ramco) to account for time on task accurately.
• Identify all needed parts, tools and supplies for non-routine discrepancy findings.
• Performs maintenance on 145 shop’s support equipment.
• Mentors and trains less experienced Mechanics.
• Actively participates in 145 shop LEAN process improvements.

Additional Job Requirements

• Regular scheduled attendance.
• Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling: 10%.
• Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods’ employment practices and policies.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience
• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5 to 7 years’ related aircraft maintenance experience required.
• AS350 or EC130 experience preferred.
• Factory airframe/power plant schools preferred.
• FAR 145 operations preferred.
• Skills
• Electrical troubleshooting and refined vibration-balancing.
• Ability to read and understand various documents such as 337’s, Service Bulletins, AD’s, etc.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced, constantly changing environment.
• Ability to be a team player with a professional attitude.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including overtime and 24/7 on-call rotation.
• Efficient in the use of electronic or paper based manuals and able to navigate through vendor data to find necessary information.
• Ability to learn and utilize the Company’s ERP system (Ramco).
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to apply creativity and problem solving skills in troubleshooting work.
• Computer Skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• RAMCO experience preferred.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
• FAA A&P License in good standing preferred.
• Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred.

This position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre‑employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post‑accident).

Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Minimum pay

Maximum Pay

Benefits

Benefits information is available via the internal benefits page.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)