Senior Aviation Maintenance Technician

Jobtailor

Colorado

On-site

USD 75,000 - 110,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor in Colorado seeks a qualified Aircraft Mechanic. You will inspect, repair, and maintain aircraft and components according to FAA regs, airworthiness directives, service bulletins, and manuals, ensuring high availability and safety.

You will mentor junior mechanics, plan maintenance, and coordinate parts and supplies. Regular on-call shifts nights, weekends, and holidays apply, with travel as needed to support FAR 135 HEMS operations.

Qualifications

FAA A&P license must be active and in good standing.
Experience with FAR 135 HEMS operations is required.
Ability to read 337s, SBs and ADs and apply requirements.
RAMCO experience and avionics knowledge are essential.

Responsibilities

Perform aircraft inspections and repairs per procedures and regulations.
Plan maintenance to maximize aircraft availability.
Lead Mechanic in the Lead Mechanic's absence.
Verify part numbers against aviation documentation.
Complete maintenance records for regulatory compliance.
Order and track aviation parts and supplies.
Mentor mechanics and provide on-the-job training.
Provide on-call support during nights, weekends and holidays.
Advise Pilot in Command of maintenance issues affecting service.
Travel 100% of the time when required.

Skills

FAA A&P License

Electrical Troubleshooting

Avionics Knowledge

RAMCO Experience

Reading 337s

Sheet Metal Repair

Composite Repair

Vibration Balancing

Team Player

Mentoring

Education

Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred

FAR 135 HEMS operations experience

Tools

RAMCO

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

• Perform aircraft and component inspections and repairs according to maintenance procedures, airworthiness directives, service bulletins, service letters, Federal Aviation Regulations, and applicable manuals
• Plan maintenance efficiently and effectively to maximize aircraft availability
• Serve as Lead Mechanic in the Lead Mechanic's absence
• Verify component and assembly part and serial numbers against maintenance documentation
• Complete aircraft maintenance documentation in regulatory and company compliance
• Request aviation parts and supplies and maintain an adequate, orderly inventory
• Participate in the continuous improvement phase of the company Safety Management System
• Maintain a clean and professional work area
• Advise the Pilot in Command of maintenance issues that would take an aircraft out of service
• Correct compliance or safety issues as directed by company leadership
• Validate or confirm aircraft Status Report data
• Mentor mechanics and provide on-the-job training
• Troubleshoot and provide telephone and on-site problem solving to outlying mechanics
• Provide timely on-call availability during nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary
• Perform other assigned duties

Requirements

Must live in the North Central Region: Colorado, Iowa, Idaho, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, South Dakota, Utah, Wisconsin, or Wyoming
Five (5) years’ related experience
Active/current FAA A&P license required and in good standing
FAR 135 HEMS operations experience required
Experience on AS350, EC130, EC135, Bell 407, or Bell 429 aircraft
RAMCO experience
Knowledge of avionics
Electrical troubleshooting and refined vibration-balancing skills
Sheet metal and composite repair procedures
Ability to read and understand 337s, Service Bulletins, ADs, and similar documents
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment
Ability to work as a team player with a professional attitude
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime and 24/7 on-call rotation
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred
Factory airframe/power plant schools preferred
Subject to DOT/FAA drug and/or alcohol testing requirements
Regular scheduled attendance required
Willingness and ability to travel 100% of the time

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in aircraft inspections, repairs, and maintenance compliance, with a strong focus on safety management and regulatory adherence. Proficient in troubleshooting, mentoring, and maintaining aircraft availability in a fast-paced environment.

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