Senior Aviation Accessory Lead & Troubleshooter

VSE Aviation; Independence (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

VSE Aviation in Independence, KS is seeking a Sr. Aviation Accessory Technician to perform complex maintenance on fuel, oil, or air accessories per FAA data and manufacturer instructions. This role requires extensive technical knowledge and troubleshooting skills.

You will work with QA, engineering, and production teams, document maintenance records, and participate in training to stay current with procedures and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test all fuel controls, governors, or all fuel/oil/air accessories.
• Operate test equipment as needed to ensure accessories pass function test.
• Provide training and technical support to Aviation Accessory Technicians.
• Utilize hand tools and specialty tools for precision measurements daily.
• Read and interpret technical data and drawings.
• Generate data plates for components completed with laser system.
• Verify all accessories are tested to specifications to ensure airworthiness.
• Troubleshoot accessories failing test or setup to determine root cause of failure.
• Interpret results from functionality testing.
• Coordinate with QA, engineering, and production to identify and resolve issues.
• Document maintenance records of repair work orders.
• Interact with production coordinator to schedule priorities.
• Communicate daily needs to Senior Aviation Accessory Technician.
• Attend training courses as required.
• Maintain a high standard of organization and safety in the workplace.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

VSE Aviation in Independence, KS is seeking a Sr. Aviation Accessory Technician to perform complex maintenance on fuel, oil, or air accessories per FAA data and manufacturer instructions. This role requires extensive technical knowledge and troubleshooting skills.

You will work with QA, engineering, and production teams, document maintenance records, and participate in training to stay current with procedures and safety standards.