Airship Mechanic

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company; Empangeni; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company is seeking an Airship Mechanic to join their Blimp team in Empangeni, South Africa. The ideal candidate will have an FAA Airframe and PowerPlant license and experience in aviation or airship maintenance. Responsibilities include maintenance of the airship and ground support equipment, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations, and providing support during operations. This position offers the opportunity to travel with the airship crew across the country.

Qualifications

• FAA Airframe and PowerPlant license required.
• Experience in aviation or airship maintenance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on the airship.
• Keep maintenance records according to FAA Regulations.
• Assist in ground support equipment maintenance.

Skills

Proficiency with calibrated tools

Proficiency in electrical and hydraulic schematics

Proficiency in operating maintenance platforms

Education

High school degree

Job description

Goodyear is excited to announce a newly opened opportunity to join the Goodyear Blimp team and travel the country alongside the airship and crew. We are seeking a mechanic with an FAA Airframe and PowerPlant (A&P) license who thrives in a highly collaborative, fast-moving environment. Under the direct supervision of the Airship Lead Mechanic, this role is responsible for maintaining Goodyear’s airship, with a focus on organizing, planning, and executing both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance. The position also provides additional operational support as needed.

What You'll Do

• The Airship Mechanic will work in conjunction with other blimp team members to ensure that all Airship operations run smoothly and efficiently, both at the base and on the road (usually up to 100 days/year).
• Under the direction of the Airship Lead Mechanic, responsible for performing all maintenance activities on the airship, ensuring all work is performed in accordance with approved manufacturer’s technical and FAA data. Responsible for maintaining all airship maintenance records in accordance with current FAA Regulations.
• Responsible for planned and unplanned maintenance, including troubleshooting and making adjustments to the airship control systems using the maintenance software system. Works with the Airship Lead Mechanic coordinating and planning line maintenance activities.
• You will be responsible for assisting in the maintenance of the ground support equipment, hydraulic power packs, maintenance platforms and any additional equipment used to support the airship.
• Provide a positive public image for The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company and the Airship Operations team to the general public, media outlets, and customers.

What We're Looking For

• FAA Airframe and PowerPlant license.
• High school degree.
• Aviation or airship maintenance experience.

What Will Set You Apart

• Proficiency with using calibrated tools, calipers, micrometers, torque wrenches, and other hand tools.
• Proficiency in use of electrical, hydraulic, fuel schematics, and mechanical drawings.
• Proficiency in operating man lifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, and maintenance platforms.
• Proficiency with maintaining Airship logs and FAA Records.

If you need reasonable accommodation to complete the online application, or any other part of the employment process, please contact the Goodyear Candidate Care Line at 330.796.4500.

Goodyear is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.