A&P Mechanic III

Sierra Nevada Corporation•Fayetteville, NC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

As an A&P Mechanic III, you will lead routine maintenance projects and mentor junior mechanics. You will perform complex diagnostics and repairs independently, ensuring all work adheres to high safety and regulatory 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.
3+ years of relevant experience. Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
Active, current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification with no prior FAA violations.
Must have reliable transportation to and from work locations.
Ability to understand and interpret applicable technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications.
Advanced skills in repairing, maintaining and/or troubleshooting aircraft airframes and engines.
Ability to speak, read and write in English
Must have prior experience within FAA Part 91 operations
An active Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in Aviation Maintenance or related field.
Extensive experience with specific aircraft models.
Advanced problem-solving and analytical 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.
Experience working on PT6A Turbo Prop
Cessna 208 Caravan experience
IA Certification

Responsibilities

Lead and execute scheduled and unscheduled maintenance projects.
Mentor and guide junior mechanics.
Conduct complex diagnostics and repairs.
Ensure all maintenance activities are documented and compliant with standards.
Collaborate with other departments to ensure efficient workflow.
Stay updated with industry trends and best practices.
Promote and enforce safety protocols.
Hold and maintain Secret level clearance during employment
Report to and take daily direction from senior A&P mechanic on daily duties and tasks
Work well within a maintenance and flight crew, good interpersonal skills
Take initiative on repairs and prioritize flight safety
Communicate well and work well within a team
Responsible for performing and supporting the maintenance of aircraft along with the Senior Mechanic
Perform aircraft maintenance record keeping duties in relation to maintenance performed on aircraft