A&P Technician - Weekend Shift

Embraer•Mesa, AZ

About The Position

The Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Technician works in a commercial maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) setting, performing maintenance, repair, and overhaul services on commercial aircraft or components to support safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance. The role supports high-volume operations and tight turnaround schedules and requires precision, efficiency, and adherence to FAA and OEM standards. The stated shift is Friday through Sunday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The technician inspects, repairs, reworks, modifies, and tests aircraft systems and components, follows FAA-approved procedures and OEM technical data, documents completed work, and submits work for maintenance and quality review. The role also accounts for labor and materials, provides operational data when requested, and follows company policies and safety requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Airframe or Airframe and Powerplant license.
Ability to work safely and professionally while adhering to OSHA, EPA, state, and federal regulations.
Ability to wear a respirator as required under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134, without restrictions that prevent proper use or seal.
Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts if required.
Must be subject to random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations.
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their uses, repair, and maintenance.
Knowledge of customer service principles and processes.
Skill in repairing, troubleshooting, installing, and maintaining equipment.
Knowledge of FAA requirements for aircraft maintenance procedures.
Ability to interpret and comprehend manufacturer and FAA-approved work package instructions and to inspect and install parts or components.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of experience in aircraft repair or maintenance, general aviation aircraft, aircraft component repair or overhaul, or aviation military experience is recommended.
One or more years of recent depot-level aircraft maintenance and repair experience, including mechanical systems, components, hydraulics, pneumatics, plumbing, and rigging.
Proficiency interpreting OEM technical data or work package instructions.
Experience using power or pneumatic hand tools.
Experience from related industries may be credited as determined by the hiring manager.

Responsibilities

Perform routine inspections and special maintenance on aircraft mechanical systems and components.
Perform operational checks on hydraulic and pneumatic systems, plumbing, precision assemblies, rigging, controls, and related systems.
Determine whether components should be repaired or replaced, establish the repair scheme and parts needed, and obtain parts from Stores or departmental supplies.
Repair, rework, and modify worn or defective assemblies, including making alterations or changes when needed.
Follow approved maintenance procedures, FAA-approved internal procedures, OEM technical data, and work package instructions; consult the Maintenance Lead for technical assistance when needed.
Inspect completed work, identify and perform needed rework, and ensure repaired components meet prescribed standards and tolerances.
Perform serviceability tests on repaired components and systems using OEM-specified test equipment.
Complete work package documentation by signing or stamping after designated operations are finished.
Submit completed or in-progress work to the Maintenance Lead for review and to Quality Control for inspection and airworthiness re-certification.
Provide performance statistics and other operational data to the Manager when requested.
Account for time and materials used in inspection and maintenance activities.
Comply with company values, department norms, policies, directives, and procedures; incorporate Lean and P3E concepts and pursue continuous improvement.
Protect confidential and proprietary documents and information, satisfy work schedule requirements, and perform other duties as assigned.