Sr Aircraft Component Technician

Cima Aviation; Florida; On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

CIMA Aviation is seeking a Senior Aircraft Component Technician to join our hands-on maintenance team. The role focuses on testing, troubleshooting, disassembly, and assembly of aircraft components in accordance with OEM and customer specs.

The ideal candidate has strong manual skills, knowledge of drawings and procedures, and the ability to train technicians while maintaining precise documentation and a safe, organized work area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree or higher preferred.
• Trade schooling or related industry experience required.
• Minimum 4 years of similar or related work experience in aviation or related fields.
• Experience leading or managing people and shop workflow.
• Must own a set of basic hand tools.
• Ability to read technical drawings, blueprints, manuals; pass tests if required.
• Must be fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Able to pass pre-employment and random drug/alcohol screening and background check.
• U.S. person required for export-controlled information access.

Responsibilities

• Test, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, electromechanical, and machined assemblies per data and training.
• Maintain a clean, clutter-free work area.
• Complete all forms and reports as required by management, in written or online format.
• Collaborate with coworkers to achieve goals and objectives.
• Develop and update processes and procedures as needed with management.
• Provide hands-on training to technicians on fuel component testing, troubleshooting and repair.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical/mechanical aptitude

Soldering fundamentals

Blueprint reading

English fluency

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or technical field

Trade schooling or related industry experience

Tools

Hand tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

CIMA Aviation is seeking skilled and motivated Senior Aircraft Component Technician with a hunger for knowledge and a passion for aviation repair to join our team. Our ideal candidate is a team player with a passion for working with their hands, utilizing various tools, materials, and specialized testing equipment to test and repair aircraft components in accordance with OEM and/or customer specifications.

The Sr technician's responsibilities include testing, troubleshooting, disassembling, assembling aircraft components and deliver hands-on training to technicians. This position requires knowledge of our procedures as they pertain to processes and documentation.

Duties

• Test, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, electromechanical, and machined assemblies in accordance with company-provided data (manuals, drawings, procedures, etc.) and company-provided training, when not engaged in management tasks.
• Maintain a clean, clutter-free work area.
• Correctly, concisely, and legibly complete all company forms and reports as required by management, both written and online.
• Work with co-workers to achieve goals and objectives set by management.
• Work with management to develop new processes and procedures as necessary.
• Assist with basic shop upkeep and maintenance, including routine cleaning of the work area and periodic shop maintenance assignments.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with internal and external representatives, including management, customer representatives, FAA inspectors, airline inspectors, and similar (training provided).
• Demonstrate commitment to company values and ethics.
• Deliver hands-on training to technicians on fuel component testing, troubleshooting, and repair procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree or higher in a related technical field preferred.
• Trade schooling or related industry experience required.
• Minimum 4 years of similar or related work experience; relevant experience in aviation, automotive, marine, electronics, or low-voltage electric repair will be considered.
• Experience leading or managing people, shop workflow, and team motivation.
• A&P license/certificate not required, but a plus.
• Must own a set of basic hand tools.
• Moderate level of experience and proficiency with general electrical and/or circuit board-level soldering.
• Ability to follow instructions and work to a written procedure concisely and accurately.
• Must be fluent in speaking, reading, and writing English.
• Ability to read and thoroughly understand technical drawings, blueprints, manuals, and instructions; a pre-employment technical skills and comprehension test may be required.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and highly organized.
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Punctual and reliable.
• Valid driver's license.
• Electrical or mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience; machinist experience a plus.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment and random drug/alcohol screening and a basic background check (safety-sensitive position, subject to the FAA DOT Drug Abatement Program).
• This role requires access to export-controlled information, subject to the ITAR and EAR, for which the company will not pursue an export license/license exception. Must be a US person (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals) to be eligible for this role.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform consistent work on a computer with prolonged view of a monitor/screen.
• Specific Vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Must be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to frequently walk and stand for short periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 25lbs
• Normal office environment with moderate noise levels, prolonged sitting, and regular walking, bending, standing, and reaching.
• Willingness and ability to travel occasionally as needed.

Compensation

• Hourly position commensurate with experience level and skill level and/or certifications.

We offer medical, dental, vision, life and other insurance options; 401k with 100% match on first 4%; full time workers get paid holidays, vacation & sick/personal leave accrued on hire date.