Sr. Aviation Accessory Technician (1727)

VSE; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

VSE is seeking a Sr. Aviation Accessory Technician to provide technical support to their team in Miramar, FL. This full-time role involves oversight of aviation accessory technicians and ensuring adherence to FAA standards.

The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of relevant experience along with a high mechanical aptitude and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include monitoring production flows, assembling and testing components, and documenting repair work.

Qualifications

• 7 years of relevant experience required.
• Flexible to changing workloads/priorities based on customer requirements.
• Ability to function in fast paced environment while maintaining a high level of quality.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and direction to Aviation Accessory Technicians.
• Monitor and assist the production flow of components.
• Assemble and test fuel controls and accessories.
• Document maintenance records of all repair work orders performed.

Skills

High mechanical aptitude

Basic computer operating skills (Word, Excel)

Strong communication skills

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings

Job description

Sr. Aviation Accessory Technician (1727)

Miramar, FL 33025

Overview

Position Type

Full Time

Job Shift

1st Shift

Category

DOT - Safety Sensitive Position

Description

COMPANY OVERVIEW:Turbine Controls MRO, a VSE Aviation Company (“TC MRO”) is a globally recognized maintenance, repair and overhaul facility with over 180 employees and more than 45 years of expertise in engine component and accessory repair services. Our locations in Bloomfield, Connecticut and Miramar, Florida service original equipment manufacturers, airlines, engine centers, asset managers and government agencies supporting components and LRU's for commercial, military, airframe and industrial applications. Our focus on customer satisfaction, process improvement, quality, delivery and competitive pricing has made TC MRO a recognized leader in the aerospace industry.

SUMMARY: The Sr. Aviation Accessory Technician will provide technical support to the Accessory Technicians while they perform maintenance and alteration tasks on civil aviation articles in accordance with the current technical data provided in the manufacturers’ Instructions for Continued Airworthiness, Services Bulletins, service letters, Airworthiness Directives, government and industry standard practices, and other data acceptable to or approved by the FAA.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide oversight and direction to Aviation Accessory Technicians.
• Provide training and technical support to Aviation Accessory Technicians.
• Monitor and assist the production flow of components.
• Assemble and testfuel controls, or all governors, or fuel, oil, orpneumatic accessories.
• Interact with the Production Coordinator daily to schedule priorities.
• Communicate daily needs and expectations with the Operations Manager.
• Communicate production challenges to the Production Coordinator and to the Operations Manager.
• Attend training courses as required.
• Be involved with new capabilities at assembly and test.
• Utilize hand tools daily.
• Utilize specialty tools for precision measurements daily.
• Read and interpret technical data and drawings.
• Operate test equipment daily to ensure components pass function test.
• Verify that all components are tested to the appropriate specifications to ensure airworthiness.
• Troubleshoot components failing test to determine root cause of failure.
• Generate data plates for components completed with use of a laser system.
• Document maintenance records of all repair work orders performed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• 7 years of relevant experience required.
• High mechanical aptitude required.
• Flexible to changing workloads/priorities based on customer requirements.
• Maintain an orderly and productive work environment.
• Ability to function in fast paced environment while maintaining a high level of quality
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and data required.
• Effectively communicate requirements and information to others.
• Basic computer operating skills (Word, Excel).

Other Qualifications:

• The selected applicant will be subject to a background check and DOT drug testing.