Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Repair Technician
About The Position
We were founded in 1918 as Young & Franklin Tool Works on Franklin Street in Syracuse, but we’ve come a long way since then! Our product lines are low volume, high mix, and very tight tolerances. We manufacture, assemble and test valves and actuators for the Aerospace and Power Generation markets. Our 120,000 square foot facility houses R&D, Design Engineering, Assembly & Test, and an 80,000 square foot Machining Operation. We regularly invest in new machines but recently outdid ourselves investing in 5 new machines in 18 months! We’re part of the TransDigm Group (NYSE: TDG), one of the world’s leading suppliers of highly engineered components for virtually all aerospace applications, helping us continually invest in new products and technology. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds who share in our enthusiasm for innovation, design, and manufacturing excellence.
Requirements
- This position requires either a US Person (as defined in applicable export regulations) or a non-US person who is eligible to obtain required export authorization.
- Ability to troubleshoot, repair and test hydraulic/pneumatic components using charts, schematics, and blueprints and test procedures.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with all employees in a diverse, fast-paced and challenging technical environment.
- Good mechanical aptitude is essential.
- Proficient with hand tools, precision measuring devices including calipers, micrometers, multimeters, and various gauges required.
- High School graduate, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Work overtime as necessary.
Nice To Haves
- Strong preference for Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, repair, overhaul or modify, and test hydraulic/pneumatic aircraft components.
- Use test fixtures and hand tools to apply twisting (torque) force to loosen a variety of fasteners.
- Communicate component status to Sales & Marketing for quote preparation.
- Certify workmanship is accomplished in accordance with established federal and company guidelines.
- Picks up, sweeps or removes any debris, residue or any excess foreign material located in or around a part, components or assembly as soon as physically possible after the operation takes place.
- Maintains a clean uncluttered work area and takes precautions against the introduction of foreign objects into components and assemblies.
- Performs additional duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
