AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN - FT

Cutter Aviation•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

Cutter Aviation is seeking a full-time Aircraft Maintenance Technician. The technician reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and ensures that maintenance procedures, FAA regulations, and manufacturer instructions are followed. The role performs routine maintenance and major inspections on corporate aircraft, including HondaJet, Piper, TBM, Pilatus, LearJets, Beechjet, and Citations. Work includes troubleshooting, repairing, and modifying aircraft systems and engines; removing and reinstalling components; conducting operational and leak checks; and performing engine runs. The technician uses sound judgment and technical aptitude to make decisions about maintenance, work sequence and techniques, troubleshooting, and resolving discrepancies. The technician plans and coordinates shop or area activities to support efficient production, follows approved repair methods and applicable maintenance instructions, completes repair station documentation, and maintains proper care of parts, tools, equipment, and work areas. The role requires communication with lead technicians and employees, adherence to safety precautions, and having completed work inspected by an appropriately rated inspector at the completion of each task. Benefits available include medical, dental, vision, and supplemental plans.

Requirements

Five or more years of demonstrated experience in aircraft maintenance inspections and repairs.
Strong understanding of Part 135 and Part 145 repair station operations and regulations.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Ability to pass a background check.
Ability to pass a drug screening test.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Attention to detail, persistence, reliability, responsibility, and a cooperative attitude.
Ability to work with little or no supervision, stay composed in difficult or high-stress situations, accept criticism, and adapt to change and workplace variety.
Proven ability to achieve goals, follow through, and meet deadlines; strong organizational, multitasking, time-management, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Clear oral communication, active listening, ability to seek clarification and respond to questions, and participation in meetings.
Ability to write clearly and concisely.

Nice To Haves

Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate (preferred).

Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance and major inspections on corporate aircraft.
Troubleshoot, repair, and modify aircraft systems and engines; remove and reinstall components; conduct operational checks, leak checks, and engine runs.
Ensure repairs use approved methods and comply with manufacturer specifications, FAA regulations, service bulletins, airworthiness directives, and other FAA-approved data.
Plan and coordinate shop or area activities to minimize delays and improve production and efficiency.
Complete work in accordance with manufacturer maintenance and repair instructions and Title 14 CFR Part 43.
Protect parts, subassemblies, assemblies, and completed units from loss or damage; ensure proper handling and preservation of parts during maintenance.
Complete applicable repair station forms and ensure discrepancy sign-offs contain required information, including part numbers and maintenance manual, ATA, and chapter references.
Maintain clean and orderly shop and work areas; ensure tools and equipment are available and serviceable, and remove unserviceable tools from use.
Remain familiar with the repair station manual, FAA regulations, airworthiness directives, advisory circulars, manufacturer service letters and bulletins, and engineering orders.
Communicate assigned-work progress to maintenance lead technicians.
Perform airframe and powerplant repairs, inspections, and modifications; remove and disassemble defective parts and assemble, install, and test replacement parts.
Interpret technical manuals, drawings, and blueprints.
Promote a positive attitude toward work and colleagues and use experience and technical expertise to support completion and production schedules and quality standards.
Follow applicable safety precautions and properly use available protective devices.
Identify employee problems and concerns, address them when possible, and refer unresolved issues to management.
Have completed work inspected by an appropriately rated inspector at the completion of each task, subject to the stated off-site maintenance requirements.
Participate with management in strategizing and implementing maintenance tactics.
Provide leadership and communication to subordinates and employees.
Perform other duties as assigned.