A&P Mechanic I

Sierra Nevada Corporation • Vandalia, OH

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to take your aviation career to the next level? Join our team of top-notch mechanics and grow with us! As an A&P Mechanic I, you will support senior mechanics by assisting with the maintenance, repair, and inspections of aircraft. This entry-level position focuses on learning and executing routine maintenance tasks under supervision, ensuring compliance with aviation standards.
The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0-1 years of relevant experience.
• Active, current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification with no prior FAA violations.
• Must pass, written, oral and practical assessments.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work locations.
• Familiarity with applicable technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications.
• Must have own tools in good working order.
• Pass and maintain Class 3 Physical requirements, including a hearing test.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree in Aviation Maintenance or related field.
• Familiarity with common aircraft models.
• Basic problem-solving skills.
• FAA repair station and/or Quality Assurance experience.
• Able to travel on a regular basis and/or work different shifts including overtime and weekends.
• Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation/Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (FAR/DFARS).
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, or US Military.

Responsibilities

• Assist in performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks.
• Shadow experienced mechanics during inspections and repairs.
• Document maintenance activities under supervision.
• Conduct routine checks on aircraft components.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Adhere to safety regulations and procedures.
• Participate in training and development programs.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision plans
• 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
• life insurance
• 3 weeks paid time off
• tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED