Lead A & P Mechanic IND

Mtaircargo; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an A&P Mechanic to join their team in ensuring the safety and functionality of aircraft. This role involves inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of aircraft systems, adhering to FAA regulations and company standards. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of mechanical systems, blueprints, and repair documentation, along with the ability to operate ground support equipment. Join a dynamic work environment where your skills will contribute to the operational excellence of a leading cargo service provider. If you have a passion for aviation and a commitment to quality, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical systems and FAA regulations.
• Ability to operate ground support equipment and perform engine run-ups.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair aircraft to meet safety and quality standards.
• Analyze blueprints and work orders to ensure proper installation of parts.

Skills

Aircraft mechanical systems knowledge

FAA Regulations knowledge

Blueprints and work orders understanding

Estimating hours and materials

Aircraft systems operation

Engine run-up and trim engines

Installation and rigging of flight control surfaces

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Airframe and Power Plant License

Tools

Ground support equipment

Hand tools

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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".

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.