Airframe & Power Plant Technician

GE Aerospace • Victorville, CA

6d • $80,000 - $105,000

About The Position

In this role, you will work in a team environment to perform inspections, troubleshoot, and repair of aircraft and MRO (maintenance, repair and overhaul) of engines and all associated systems using, safe, cost-effective maintenance procedures. In addition, you will assist in aircraft, pylon and test engine modifications on Boeing 747-400 flying test bed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED
• Valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License
• Minimum 4 years of related experience
• US Citizenship is required due to the following requirement: Ability to obtain and retain a U.S. DoD security clearance and Special Program access clearance.
• We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Nice To Haves

• Two-year technical degree
• Demonstrated ability to train others
• Knowledgeable of FAR145 Repair Station Procedures
• Experience working on wide body Boeing aircraft
• Strong communication and people skills
• Ability to exercise good judgment in a team environment as well as in aircraft maintenance and safety
• Problem solving and organizational skills
• Ability to read and understand Company and Manufacturer Manuals
• Ability to perform all line maintenance functions unsupervised at any time

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance & modifications on Boeing 747- 400 flying test bed
• Jet engine module removal & installation, including performing various machining and repair operations, using hand tools, specialized tools, equipment and fixtures
• Perform sheet metal repair
• Complete all documentation in a neat and proficient manner according to company policies and procedures, as well as per FAR 145 requirements
• Install, inspect, test, adjust, or repair test engine and pylon
• Lay out installation of assemblies / systems in aircraft, according to blueprints and wiring diagrams
• Be able to understand and use maintenance manuals, illustrated parts catalogs, component overhaul manuals, engine manuals, service bulletins and airworthiness directives.
• Troubleshoot and perform aircraft system tests.
• Perform the highest quality of work consistently.
• Ability to fill out, parts tags, logbook, engineering log, component change log, routine and non-routine task cards and part requisitions correctly and with attention to detail.
• Knowledgeable in environmental safety policies and procedures.
• Operate cherry pickers, man lifts, and forklifts.
• Perform any other task as assigned by the Flightline Manager or Lead Technician
• Ability and willingness to work flexible and off-shift hours (including 1st, 2nd, 3rd shift, nights, weekends, and holidays) when business needs dictate
• Ability and willingness to travel to and support operations at offsite locations when business needs dictate.
• Ability and willingness to fly aboard an experimental aircraft including participation in development flight tests.
• Ability to meet all requirements of Zero Tolerance DOT/FAA Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. (14 CFR Part 120 and 49 CFR Part 40).
• Ability and willingness to work in an environment that is subject to changing climate conditions and moderate noise levels
• Capability and willingness of lifting a minimum of 50 pounds (with or without assistance)
• Ability and willingness to travel to remote locations
• Able to work at heights up to 80 feet

Benefits

• this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive plan
• health care coverage (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy)
• a retirement plan that includes Company Retirement Savings, and a 401k with Company matching
• Life insurance options
• Disability coverage
• paid time-off
• EAP

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees