Technician

Socket.dev; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunities employer

Inclusive environment

Job summary

Unilode is seeking an Aviation Technician to perform high-quality repairs, inspections, and maintenance on aviation components in line with OEM publications and Unilode standards. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and compliance within MRO facilities, contributing to steady production and quality outcomes.

The technician will follow work orders, support QA processes, document activities, and collaborate across teams to meet targets while upholding safety and industry regulations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; reading technical publications, drawings and work orders.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes.
• Knowledge of aviation maintenance regulations and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs in accordance with OEM technical publications and MOE.
• Identify and complete additional maintenance (re-work) requirements as needed.
• Maintain compliance with procedures, aviation regulations, and safety standards.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping of maintenance activities and report discrepancies.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and workspaces to safety standards.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency.
• Follow work orders and technical documentation with accuracy.
• Support quality assurance and inspection processes to maintain repair standards.
• Work collaboratively to meet production targets while ensuring safety and compliance.
• Assist with ancillary tasks and repair tracking/documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading technical publications

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Inventory tracking tools

Job description

Description

The Technician is responsible for performing high-quality repairs, maintenance, and inspections on aviation components in compliance with OEM technical publications and Unilode’s operational standards. This role ensures safety, efficiency, and compliance within Unilode’s MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) facilities, contributing to smooth station operations and meeting production targets.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform High-Quality Repairs and Maintenance

Customer Focus, Collaborate

• Conduct repairs in accordance with OEM technical publications and company MOE.
• Identify and complete additional maintenance (re-work) requirements as needed.
• Maintain compliance with company procedures, aviation regulations, and safety standards.

Support Operational Efficiency and Compliance

Courage, Collaborate

• Ensure accurate record-keeping of maintenance activities and promptly report discrepancies.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and workspaces to operational and safety standards.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing efficiency.

Achieve Production and Quality Targets

Ensure Accountability, Drive Results

• Follow work orders and technical documentation with a high degree of accuracy.
• Support quality assurance and inspection processes to maintain Unilode’s repair standards.
• Work collaboratively to meet production targets while ensuring safety and compliance.

General Duties and Station Support

Collaborate, Customer Focus

• Assist in ancillary tasks, including cleaning and maintaining containers or pallets.
• Perform administrative duties related to repair tracking and documentation.
• Support special projects or other assigned tasks to ensure smooth station operations.

Our Values in Action:

• Be Humble and Curious – Continuously seek improvements in repair and maintenance practices.
• Inspire, Empower, and Prosper – Work collaboratively to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Take Ownership and Get Stuff Done – Deliver high-quality repairs on time.
• Build a Better Future – Contribute to process improvements and technical innovation.
• Team Up to Be Better – Support colleagues and collaborate across MRO facilities.
• Be Passionate About Our Customers – Maintain a high standard of service and repair quality.
• Be Eager to Win – Meet production targets and exceed customer expectations.

The Small Print:

This role requires flexibility in working hours, including weekend and evening shifts. The ability to lift, pull, and push weights exceeding 65 lbs is necessary for daily tasks. Strict adherence to aviation safety regulations and quality standards is essential to maintain operational excellence.

This is an overview of the role’s scope and its alignment with Unilode’s competencies and values. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities but serves as a guide to the key expectations and contributions of the position. Flexibility may be required to adapt to business needs.

Please note successful applicants who perform or carry out (or are available to perform) a sensitive safety aviation activity (SSAA) can be tested for drugs and alcohol without notice or as part of pre employment checks.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Requirements

Skills and Experience Required:

• High School Diploma or other relevant qualifications would be beneficial.
• Knowledge of aviation maintenance regulations and quality systems.
• Ability to read technical publications, drawings, and work orders.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and inventory tracking tools.