A&P Mechanic, 2nd Shift - Citation

Yingling Aviation Inc • Wichita, KS

2d • $34 - $57 • Onsite

About The Position

Yingling Aviation is hiring A&P mechanics for its Citation Maintenance Department in Wichita, Kansas. The role performs maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, modifications and operational checks on Cessna Citation business jets in accordance with FAA regulations, manufacturer manuals and company procedures. Mechanics work with limited management presence on the second shift and are trusted to make sound decisions, manage their time, document work, and coordinate a clear turnover to the next shift.

Pay is based on verified aircraft maintenance experience and grade, with published base rates of $32.00–$48.00 per hour. A $2.00-per-hour second-shift differential applies to every hour worked, and qualified Grade 2-or-above mechanics assigned to lead a crew receive an additional $2.00 per hour. The posting lists a total pay range of $34.00–$57.00 per hour, overtime at time and a half, and a $2,500 sign-on bonus for A&P mechanics and leads. The schedule is full-time, Monday–Thursday, 3:00 p.m.–1:30 a.m., onsite in Wichita, Kansas.

The A&P grade ladder has three grades, with advancement reviewed each January against written objectives. Experienced hires are placed according to verified experience, and strong performers may advance before the minimum time at a grade. The company also describes annual pay-scale reassessment and in-grade merit increases.

The position requires a valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant certificate, a high school diploma or equivalent, a current valid driver’s license, and basic hand tools. Recent A&P school graduates are encouraged to apply; aircraft maintenance experience is welcome but not required. The work involves frequent exposure to shop conditions, engine noise, aircraft exhaust, moving mechanical parts, lubricants, metals, solvents and seasonal weather, and requires the ability to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, push, pull and reach, as well as lift items up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Requirements

• Valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate.
• Working knowledge of the FARs governing maintenance, including Part 145 repair stations.
• Ability to use maintenance manuals, parts catalogs, task cards and maintenance tracking systems.
• Careful, complete documentation habits and a clean safety record.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality and shift discipline.
• Ability to work independently with little or no management supervision, make sound decisions, manage time and complete work correctly and on time.
• Ability to work second shift on a regular basis.
• Ability to read and speak English and communicate effectively with other personnel.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; interpret technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form; and handle abstract and concrete variables.
• Basic computer aptitude.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current and valid driver’s license.
• Own and maintain basic hand tools.
• Meet Airport Authority requirements to receive a badge with no ramp restrictions.
• Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl; occasionally walk, sit, rotate, bend, push, pull and reach; occasionally lift up to 25 pounds and frequently lift up to 10 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Corridor, ATP or Textron One View.
• Aircraft maintenance experience; experience determines starting grade, but is not required.
• Recent A&P school graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, inspections, repairs, modifications and operational checks on Cessna Citation business jets in accordance with FAA regulations, manufacturer manuals and company procedures.
• Troubleshoot aircraft systems and resolve discrepancies to their root cause.
• Meet the standards inspected by Quality Assurance; inspection and return to service are issued by QA under the repair station certificate.
• Prepare accurate, legible and complete maintenance records before inspection, and record time and work performed in Corridor.
• Complete assigned tasks within estimated labor hours while maintaining quality standards.
• Complete company and OEM training on aircraft models maintained by the company.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance, Planning, Engineering and Parts, and keep the crew lead informed about status, delays and discovered work.
• Conduct pre- and post-flight inspections, perform routine maintenance checks to approved data, and service oxygen, nitrogen and air-conditioning systems.
• Inspect, service and repair fuel, hydraulic, pneumatic and environmental control systems; maintain landing gear, brakes, wheels and tires.
• Check and adjust control cable tensions, install and rig flight controls, troubleshoot electrical and avionics malfunctions, and perform battery capacity checks.
• At senior grades, perform advanced troubleshooting, engine runs, special projects and modifications; own inspection events end to end; and train and mentor junior mechanics.
• Keep work progressing independently during the shift, document decisions and escalate matters that require the Supervisor or Department Manager.
• Give and receive clear shift turnover so work carries cleanly from one shift to the next.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans and paid time off.
• Investment in training, including courses such as FlightSafety (FSI).
• Professional growth and development opportunities on a published pay ladder.
• $2,500 sign-on bonus for A&P mechanics and A&P leads.
• Second-shift differential of $2.00 per hour.
• Overtime paid at time and a half.
• In-grade merit increases and opportunities for advancement before the minimum time at a grade.

What This Job Offers

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