General Manager/A&P Mechanic

Mountain Air Cargo, Inc.; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Mountain Air Cargo, Inc. is seeking an A&P Mechanic responsible for inspection, troubleshooting and repair of aircraft to meet company, FAA and customer standards. You will analyze blueprints, drawings and work orders to troubleshoot, repair and install parts.

Requirements include an FAA A&P license, thorough knowledge of FAA regulations, ability to read blueprints and estimate hours and materials. You will operate ground support equipment, work in a shop environment, and may travel to line

Qualifications

• Must hold an FAA A&P license.
• Interpret blueprints, drawings and work orders.
• Strong knowledge of FAA regulations and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Analyze blueprints, drawings and work orders to troubleshoot, repair and install parts.
• Schedule shop items to maintain on-time deliveries.
• Inspect mechanical components prior to installation.
• Accurately estimate hours and materials for jobs.
• Operate required ground support equipment.

Skills

Aircraft systems knowledge

FAA regulations knowledge

Blueprints & tech drawings

Estimating hours & materials

Ground support equipment operation

English communication

Education

Airframe and Power Plant License

Tools

MM

IPC

SRM

Job description

A&P Mechanic:

Responsible for inspection, troubleshooting and repair of aircraft to meet company, FAA and customer standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ DUTIES:

• Fully analyzes all required blueprints, drawings, work orders and sketches in order to troubleshoot, repair and install desired product or part. Is able to detect errors and correct through proper departmental channels
• Schedules items through the shop to maintain on-time deliveries
• Checks all mechanical components prior to installation to prevent damage
• Accurately estimates hours and materials for scheduled jobs
• Ability to operate all required ground support equipment

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Extensive knowledge of all aircraft mechanical systems functions and interactions
• Thorough working knowledge of all current FAA Regulations
• Thorough working knowledge and use of MM, IPC, SRM and other manufacturers repair and troubleshooting documents
• Thorough working knowledge of blueprints, work orders and task cards to determine type of configuration and special instructions prior to installation
• Extensive knowledge of aircraft accessories, components and other hardware
• Comprehensive knowledge of estimating hours and materials for completing projects
• Complete knowledge of aircraft fasteners and applications
• Complete knowledge of all related skill area machines, equipment and hand tools
• Ability to install and rig aircraft flight control surfaces
• Ability to operate aircraft systems
• Ability to do engine "run-up" and "trim engines"
• Must have a good command of the English language, both written and verbal

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Wear appropriate PPE as designated in each work area (e.g. safety glasses, etc.)
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Airframe and Power Plant License
• Must have a good command of the English language, both written and verbal
• Must possess a valid driver license

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

General Safety
Quality System Awareness

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Heavy physical effort required on occasion
• Continuous mental and visual attention required
• Employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations
• Work performed in a shop environment on a regular basis
• Occasional travel to line stations
• Exposed to any number of elements but with none present to the extent of being disagreeable
• May work at different workstations as needed, and/or shifts from one station location to another

Mountain Air Cargo, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.