Aircraft Mechanic - Composites

Embraer•Macon, GA

10d

About The Position

Aircraft Mechanic in a commercial MRO setting is responsible for performing comprehensive maintenance, repair, and overhaul services on commercial aircraft or components to ensure safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance. This role supports high-volume operations and tight turnaround schedules, requiring precision, efficiency, and adherence to FAA and OEM standards.

Requirements

High School/ GED
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their uses, repairs and maintenance.
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service.
Skilled with repairing, troubleshooting, installing and equipment maintenance.
Knowledge of FAA requirements for aircraft maintenance procedures
Ability to interpret and comprehend manufacturer and FAA approved work package instructions; ability to inspect and install parts/components.
Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations.
Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts if required
Employees will be subject to the random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations
As required by the position, must have the ability to wear a respirator as per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 "Respirator Protection" regulations with no restrictions that would prevent the proper use and/or seal of the respirator.
Tools must satisfy minimum tool list.
Valid Drivers License.
Must be able to work in hot/Cold – Indoor/Outdoor.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.
Must be able to do work above head.
Must be able to work at heights.
Must be able to work in confined spaces.
Must be able to climb.

Nice To Haves

Airframe or Airframe & Powerplant License Preferred Not Required
Recommended zero to two years’ experience in the repair or maintenance of aircraft, general aviation aircraft, aircraft component repair and or overhaul, or aviation military experience.
Preferred one year plus of actual and recent depot level aircraft maintenance and repair experience, (repair of mechanical systems, components, hydraulics, pneumatics, plumbing, rigging etc.); proficiency with interpretation of original equipment manufacturer’s technical data or work package instructions; experience using power or pneumatic hand tools.
Demonstrated experience in at least one of the following aircraft maintenance disciplines: General Maintenance Structural Repairs Composite Repairs Interior Systems Avionics Systems Aircraft Painting Aviation welding or machining Component Repair and or Overhaul Experience may be credited from other related industries as determined by the hiring manager.

Responsibilities

Performs routine inspections or special maintenance to prevent failures of aircraft mechanical systems and components; performs complete operations checks on hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, plumbing, precision assemblies, rigging and controls, etc.
Determines when a component should be repaired or replaced; decides upon necessary repair scheme, quantity and type of parts needed to accomplish proper repair; secures necessary parts from Stores or departmental supplies.
Repairs, reworks, and modifies worn or defective assemblies, making alterations or changes to units when necessary.
Follows approved maintenance procedures for subject component or system, consulting internal procedures that have been FAA approved, original equipment manufacturer's (OEM's) technical data, and work package instructions.
Consults the Maintenance Lead if technical assistance is needed during the repair process.
Inspects completed work before sign off to identify any needed rework; performs rework; ensures that repaired components meet prescribed standards and tolerances.
Performs serviceability tests on repaired components/systems using test equipment specified by the original equipment manufacturer.
Completes work package documentation by signing/stamping after finishing all designated operations.
Submits completed/in-progress work to Maintenance Lead for review; submits to Quality Control for final/in-progress inspection and re-certification of airworthiness.
Provides Manager with performance statistics and other operational data, as requested.
Properly accounts for time and materials used in all inspection and maintenance activities.
Comply with repair station procedures (RSM /QCM) and company policies (SOP) when performing aircraft or component maintenance.