Aerospace/Aircraft Tech

AVTECH Global • Savannah, GA

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Aviation Technology Associates (AVTECH Global) is looking for an Aircraft Tech. This role involves performing or assisting with inspections, maintenance, and repairs on aircraft systems and structures. The position is full-time and contract-based with a duration of 12 months, offering the potential for extension and direct hire after ninety (90) days. Responsibilities vary depending on the level, from basic inspections and repairs under supervision to complex modifications with minimal supervision, and providing work direction for assigned technicians at the senior level.

Requirements

• High School diploma/GED.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate or two (2) years of aviation maintenance experience.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate and four (4) years aviation maintenance experience to include three (3) years of experience working on mid/large size aircraft.
• Valid driver's license may be required.
• Participation in a DOT/FAA drug and alcohol program may be required.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Advanced knowledge of inspection and maintenance procedures for various aircraft models and systems within each aircraft product line (Level IV).
• Advanced knowledge of pertinent technical reference materials (maintenance manuals, IPCs, Service Bulletins, structural repair manuals, engineering drawings, ADS, etc.) (Level IV).

Nice To Haves

• Opportunity to become a direct hire after ninety (90) days.

Responsibilities

• Performs or assists with inspections, maintenance, and repairs on aircraft systems and structures.
• Communicate as required to receive and understand work assignments.
• Perform basic aircraft inspections, repairs, and modifications under close supervision (Level I).
• Assist with movement of aircraft as required.
• Properly complete CMP cards, work order sign-offs, and other paperwork in a timely manner.
• Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications.
• Properly identify (tag) customer property and equipment.
• Store aircraft components and other customer property securely and safely.
• Follow standard operating procedures when operating ground support equipment (external power carts, hydraulic power units, hydraulic lift platforms, forklifts, compressed gas cylinders, etc.).
• Ensure all customer property is properly protected.
• Use material tracking system to create parts demand, and to charge labor to Work Orders, items, and squawks.
• Properly collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic and de-icing fluids, and solvent rags.
• Apply 6S and Lean Initiatives to keep shops, hangars, and aircraft work areas clean and uncluttered.
• Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment.
• Return items to designated storage area after use.
• Comply with safety rules and procedures.
• Use protective equipment as required and be alert for unsafe conditions.
• Address and report unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk.
• In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required.
• Perform complex aircraft inspections, repairs, and modifications with minimal supervision (Level II).
• Coordinate with MTL, STM, and the Inspection Department to ensure compliance with internal and FAA inspection and documentation requirements.
• Properly complete CMP cards, work order sign-offs, and other paperwork in a timely and accurate manner (Level II).
• Assist as needed with shift turnovers.
• Coordinate, accomplish, and assist with aircraft movement in hangar and ramp areas (Level II).
• Provide training to less experienced technicians (Level II).
• Protect customer property (PTP) (Level II).
• Implement and apply Lean/continuous improvement processes to all areas of responsibility (Level II).
• Use the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks, and sign-offs, and to charge labor to correct work orders (Level II).
• Independently perform a variety of aircraft modifications and maintenance functions such as removal and installations of airframes, landing gear, engine components, electrical components, and control systems to assure conformance to procedures, performances and test specifications (Level IV).
• Perform required periodic maintenance and necessary servicing of all aircraft mechanical systems (Level IV).
• Must demonstrate the ability to consistently perform assigned maintenance task within the quoted or standard CMP time (Level IV).
• Provide work direction for assigned technicians (Level IV).
• Promote high standards of quality through instruction and by example setting (Level IV).
• Act on behalf of Mechanical Team Lead (MTL) in his/her absence and assume the duties and responsibilities of the MTL when assigned (Level IV).
• Coordinate with the Inspection department to ensure compliance with internal and FAA inspection and documentation requirements (Level IV).
• Properly complete work order sign-offs, shift turnovers, and other paperwork in a timely manner (Level IV).
• Follow standard operating procedures and JSAs when operating ground support equipment, such as power supply, hydraulic rigs, nitrogen filler carts, and oxygen service carts (Level IV).
• Operate and supervise use of special support equipment used in removal and installations of major components (Level IV).
• Coordinate movement of aircraft as required (Level IV).
• Assist in training new employees concerning computerized maintenance program (CMP) maintenance manuals, SRMs illustrated parts catalog (IPC) usage, flight test installations, and all maintenance of major components (Level IV).
• Coordinate with other departments to arrange for the overhaul or repair of customer property as needed (Level IV).
• Use the material tracking system to create parts demand and to charge labor to correct work orders and item numbers (Level IV).
• Implement and apply Lean/continuous improvement processes to all areas of responsibility (Level IV).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• coverage of up to one-half of employee's medical insurance premium for a base plan
• eight (8) paid holidays
• per diem split (if qualified)
• three (3) sets of uniforms (if applicable)
• 401(k) with matching

What This Job Offers

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