APU Balance Technician

TAT Technologies Ltd•Greensboro, NC

2d•$45,000 - $52,000

About The Position

TAT Technologies is seeking an APU Balance Technician for its Greensboro site, which provides Auxiliary Power Unit and landing gear maintenance, repair, and overhaul services, along with aircraft component leasing solutions. The role involves analytical inspection, repair planning, assembly, and balancing of rotating parts and assemblies used in aircraft APUs. The technician works with precision measuring and balancing equipment, follows technical data and work instructions, maintains equipment, completes records in the ERP system, and prepares technical reports. The position also includes operating and servicing specialized equipment, supporting safe and productive tool use, and mentoring and training personnel.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Basic knowledge of mechanical work and metalworking.
Ability to read and follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to make basic decisions and work to deadlines while managing pressure.
Effective oral and written communication with personnel and management.
Organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Technical school courses in mechanics or machinist classes.
At least one year of balancing experience.
Computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Quantum.

Responsibilities

Inspect, develop repair schemes for, assemble, and balance rotating parts, components, and assemblies; complete associated travelers.
Disassemble and clean components, read micrometers and depth micrometers, follow technical data, and interpret non-destructive testing results.
Use FARO precision measuring equipment and interpret its results; use master curvic couplings and dial indicators to check runouts.
Set up and balance parts and assemblies using a Balancestar balance machine, including static and two-plane balancing with hard-bearing and floating methods.
Install axial-flow turbine blades on turbine disks using an installation fixture and perform stacking and stretch builds for 331 rotating components.
Maintain equipment related to the work area.
Read and comply with work instructions and applicable commercial, FAA, EASA, Repair Station, and ISO documentation.
Prepare accurate technical reports as needed and complete work orders, bills of materials, and ERP system data inputs accurately.
Work independently and as part of a team, and mentor and train other personnel.
Operate, maintain, and service specialized equipment; use tools safely and efficiently.
Immediately report perceived safety, quality, or unethical actions or conditions to a supervisor for evaluation and resolution.
Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor in a professional manner.