An aircraft mechanic is responsible forrepairing, assembling, and testing various aircraft components and accessories to ensure airworthiness, following strict safety and manufacturer guidelines.
Responsibilities
Repair, assemble, and test aircraft accessories, such as engines, power brake units, auxiliary electric motors, carburetors, spark igniters, valves, pumps, fuselage, wings, and oil and fuel tanks, using hand tools and testing devices, and following shop orders and manufacturer's specifications.
Disassemble unit, using hand or power wrenches and screwdrivers.
Clean parts, using cleaning solutions, and polishing and lapping compounds.
Repair, service, and overhaul aircraft engines to ensure airworthiness.
Read and understand manufacturers' and airline's maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
Perform additional duties per Supervisor.
Qualifications
1-3 years’ aircraft mechanic experience.
Must be Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certified Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) mechanic.
High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
Real ID driver's license or current U.S. passport.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills in a team environment.