T.C.I. Specialist

Defense and Development Enterprises LLC; Florida; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense and Development Enterprises LLC in Weston, Florida is seeking a TCI Specialist to perform teardown of in-house engine types, propellers, and aircraft components to the lowest unit parts. The role supports inspection and inventory induction while upholding safety and quality standards.

The position requires disassembly skills, reading maintenance manuals, and strict adherence to shop procedures. Physical demands include lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for long periods, with

Qualifications

• Three or more years of aircraft, engine, automotive repair, or related industry experience required.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble units using maintenance manuals, tooling, and approved processes.
• Read and follow technical information in manuals.
• Adhere to safety protocols and shop procedures.
• Handle materials to prevent damage and cross-contamination.
• Tag and identify materials to coordinate with work orders and serial numbers.

Skills

Hand tools proficiency

Mechanical components knowledge

Shop equipment operation

Education

FAA A&P license (preferred)

Tools

AVSIGHT ERP

Microsoft Office

Precision measuring tools (micrometers, digital microscopes)

Job description

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T.C.I. Specialist

Full Time Technical Florida- Recruitment Only, Weston, FL, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 1003

WHERE YOUR CAREER TAKES FLIGHT

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POSITION OVERVIEW:

The TCI Specialist Mechanic performs the teardown of in-house engine types, propellers, and aircraft components to their lowest unit part numbers in accordance with applicable maintenance manuals, IPCs, and the direction of the TCI Manager. This position cleans and performs cursory inspections of removed materials to support the inspection and inventory induction process while adhering to company quality and safety standards.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform disassembly of units using applicable maintenance manuals, specialized tooling, hand tools, and approved processes.
• Read, interpret, and follow technical information and guidance contained in maintenance manuals.
• Adhere to all company safety protocols and TCI shop procedures.
• Follow established shop practices to ensure materials are handled properly and prevent damage.
• Tag and identify all materials and/or racks to prevent cross-contamination of parts between work orders and serial numbers throughout the TCI process.
• Schedule work to ensure materials are processed and placed into stock in a timely manner.
• Maintain Foreign Object Debris (FOD) control and a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Follow tool control protocols and ensure tools are available, maintained, and in safe operating condition.
• Teach and mentor fellow TCI mechanics in the skills required to perform their duties.
• Interpret technical data and apply inspection process requirements in the performance of assigned work.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Certifications and/or licenses:

• Heavy mechanical and/or technical background preferred.
• Three (3) or more years of aircraft, engine, automotive repair, or related industry experience required.
• Basic inspection experience and knowledge of FAA regulations preferred but not required.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply aircraft technical manuals, drawings, and prints.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License preferred but not required.

Skills/Software/Tools:

• Proficient in the use of hand tools with a strong understanding of mechanical components and their operation.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., AVSIGHT) and Microsoft Office Suite preferred.
• Skilled in the use of precision measuring equipment, including micrometers and digital microscopes.
• Experience using abrasive cleaning products, shop equipment, and related machinery.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that are needed by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly expected to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls. The employee will frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, and occasionally climb or balance. The employee will frequently lift, move, and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities involved in this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the Employer

WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, noise, dust, and varying temperatures depending on warehouse conditions and seasons. The employee may occasionally work near forklifts or other material-handling equipment. The work environment includes conditions where personal protective equipment (PPE) is used in accordance with safety standards.