Blimp Mechanic

Goodyear Dunlop Tires Germany GmbH; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Airship Mechanic to join their dynamic Blimp team. This role involves maintaining the iconic airship and ensuring smooth operations across the country. You will work closely with a collaborative team, performing both planned and unplanned maintenance while adhering to FAA regulations. The ideal candidate will possess an A&P license and have experience in aviation maintenance. If you are passionate about aviation and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you to soar to new heights in your career!

Qualifications

• FAA A&P License and high school diploma required.
• 0-5 years of aviation or airship maintenance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and perform all maintenance activities on the airship.
• Assist in maintenance of ground support equipment and manage inventories.
• Lead technical training for other mechanics and ensure compliance with FAA regulations.

Skills

A&P License

Aviation Maintenance

Calibrated Tools Proficiency

Electrical Schematics

Hydraulic Schematics

Mechanical Drawings

Operating Man Lifts

Operating Scissor Lifts

Operating Boom Lifts

Maintaining Airship Logs

Education

FAA Airframe and PowerPlant License

High School Degree

Associate Degree in Aviation Maintenance Technology

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Torque Wrenches

Hand Tools

Job description

Location: Carson, CA

Sponsorship Available: No

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Goodyear. More Driven.

About the Position

Goodyear is excited to introduce this newly opened opportunity to work for the Goodyear Blimp team and travel the country with the airship and crew. Looking for a mechanic with an A&P license that is excited to work for a highly collaborative team that is always on the move. Under the direct supervision of the Airship Lead Mechanic, the position is responsible for maintaining Goodyear’s Airship, and will focus on organizing, planning, and executing planned and unplanned maintenance. This position will also provide additional operational support as required.

Primary Responsibilities

1. The Airship Mechanic will work in conjunction with other blimp team members to ensure that all Airship operations run smoothly and efficiently, both at the base and on the road (usually up to 100 days/year).
2. Under the direction of the Airship Lead Mechanic, responsible for performing all maintenance activities on the airship, ensuring all work is performed in accordance with approved manufacturer’s technical and FAA data. Responsible for maintaining all airship maintenance records in accordance with current FAA Regulations.
3. Responsible for planned and unplanned maintenance, including troubleshooting and making adjustments to the airship control systems using the maintenance software system. Works with the Airship Lead Mechanic coordinating and planning line maintenance activities.
4. As directed by the Lead Mechanic, will be responsible for assisting in the maintenance of the ground support equipment, hydraulic power packs, maintenance platforms and any additional equipment used to support the airship.
5. As directed by the Crew Chief will provide operational support, standing watch, and driving vehicles assisting with airship ground operations.
6. Responsible for leading technical training for other mechanics. Maintain training requirements to be engine run qualified. Will also manage spare parts, consumable inventories, and tool control.
7. Provide a positive public image for The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company and the Airship Operations team to the general public, media outlets, and customers. Represent the Company and Airship Operations in a professional and appropriate manner.

Required Education and Experience

1. FAA Airframe and PowerPlant license required.
2. High school degree required. Associate degree in Aviation Maintenance Technology desired.
3. 0-5 years of aviation or airship maintenance experience.

Skills and Abilities

1. Required to maintain a personal body weight equal to or less than 240 lbs.
2. Proficient with using calibrated tools, calipers, micrometers, torque wrenches, and other hand tools.
3. Proficient in use of electrical, hydraulic, fuel schematics, and mechanical drawings.
4. Proficient in operating man lifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, and maintenance platforms.
5. Proficient with maintaining Airship logs and FAA Records.