Helicopter A&P Mechanic – Virginia

Helijobs.net; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Option Plan

401K matching

Dental

Vision

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

Life insurance

Job summary

Summit Helicopters, an employee-owned company, is seeking an A&P technician to maintain rotorcraft and ensure airworthiness per standards. You will perform routine and non-routine inspections and diagnostics, and support rotorcraft systems in a team environment.

The role requires a current A&P license with at least 3 years rotorcraft experience, ability to read manuals, sheet metal and electrical skills, and willingness to work weekends in Salem, Virginia. Benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current, valid A&P license with rotorcraft experience.
• Ability to read and interpret manuals and manufacturer publications.
• Sheet metal repairs and electrical troubleshooting are a plus.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds regularly and work weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Ensure aircraft are safely maintained in accordance with regulations and standards.
• Complete routine and non-routine inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting, and diagnostics on rotorcraft engines, flight controls, hydraulics and electronics.
• Perform Track and Balance functions on rotorcraft.
• Read and interpret basic schematic diagrams, drawings and charts.
• Demonstrate sheet metal functions such as drilling, riveting, hi-locks, cherry max fasteners, panels and patches.
• Staff a Bell 205A1++ contracted to the DOI.

Skills

A&P license

Rotorcraft experience

Team environment

Manual reading

Sheet metal repairs

Electrical troubleshooting

Communication skills

Weekend/holiday availability

Lift 50 lbs

US citizen

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Company: Summit Helicopters, Inc.
Location: Salem, Virginia, USA
Type: Permanent
Relocation: no
Travel: minimal
Salary Range: $40K – 90K

Description

• Must ensure aircraft are safely maintained in accordance with the Airworthiness Standards prescribed by applicable Regulations, Airworthiness Directives and Standard Practice.
• Complete routine and non-routine inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting, and diagnostics on rotorcraft engines, flight controls, hydraulics and electronics.
• Required to perform Track and Balance functions on a variety of rotorcraft.
• Must have an in-depth knowledge of using aircraft technical publications with the ability to read and interpret basic schematic diagrams, drawings, and charts
• Able to demonstrate basic sheet metal functions such as drilling, riveting, installing hi-locks, cherry max fasteners, making and installing panels and skin patches.
• Opportunity to staff a Bell 205A1++ contracted to the DOI.

Job Requirements:

• Current, valid A&P license with verifiable experience with rotorcraft-minimum 3 years.
• Must be able to exercise good judgement in a team environment as well as in aircraft maintenance and safety.
• Sheet metal repairs, electrical troubleshooting is a plus
• Must be able to read and understand Company and Manufacturer Manuals.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Must be willing to work in an environment that is subject to changing climate conditions and moderate noise levels.
• Must be able to work weekends, and holidays if required.
• Must be able to lift and move items of 50 pounds or more on a regular basis.
• Must be a US citizen with a valid Driver’s License.
• Must have a high school diploma, or GED.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment background check and FAA. regulated drug/alcohol tests prior to start. Will be enrolled in our random drug pool.

Summit Helicopters, an employee-owned company, is a leader in the rotorcraft aviation market recognized for its innovative solutions and value-added work from minor airframe inspections, removal and installation of major components, component overhaul…

Benefits:
Employee Stock Option Plan, 401K matching, Dental, Vision, Health insurance, Paid Time Off and Life insurance.

Supported Manufacturers:
Bell, Aero Falcon Exporters INC, Southern Aero, Garuck, Hiller, McDonald Douglas, Airbus