Avionics A&P Technician

Ascent Global Logistics•Belleville, MI

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Within the robust framework of Ascent Global Logistics, USA Jet consistently delivers crucial time-sensitive airlift services, reinforcing the supply chains of esteemed customer partners. Based at Willow Run Airport in Belleville, MI, with over 44 years of service in domestic and U.S. to Canada, Mexico and South America cargo transportation, USA Jet is recognized as a trailblazer in the North American air cargo industry. At the core of Ascent's culture is a strong commitment to excellence, driven by the passion and dedication of every team member. We're equally dedicated to going above and beyond for our customers, ensuring this commitment extends beyond our team and brings exceptional value to those we serve. We aim for perfect execution in everything we do and ‘play hard’ by creating an environment where tasks are performed with a can-do attitude from start to finish. We ‘play smart’ by delivering on our commitments in an honest, fair and ethical manner. We treat every person with whom we interface with the utmost dignity and respect. We understand that our teammates are our most valuable assets, so we ‘play together’ by making every effort to provide a professional and enjoyable experience, enabling careers to flourish and personal growth to be achieved. The Avionics A&P Technician will be thoroughly familiar with the requirements of the Operations Manual, FAA Regulations, and the USA Jet General Maintenance Manual, as they apply to the operation of the Avionics Shop. They will perform tasks assigned by the Lead Avionics Technician in accordance with current FARs and USA Jet standards, and actively participate in USA Jet Safety Programs and Safety Management System.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Must hold a current FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate.
Must maintain a valid U.S./state driver’s license.
Must maintain a valid passport (U.S. or other nation).
Must be able, after training and authorization, to operate Company vehicles and equipment on airport and over-the-road.
Knowledge of all applicable regulatory requirements.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, wiring diagrams, and procedure manuals.
Ability to remain calm during adverse conditions.
Ability to think and react quickly with a sense of urgency to time-sensitive problem situations.
Detailed organizational skills.
Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
Eligible to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.
Ability to travel without restriction in and out of the U.S.
USA Jet Airlines, Inc. Aircraft Maintenance personnel must be able to travel on short notice to perform line maintenance and/or aircraft recovery/repairs as needed.
This will require being ready to travel with little or no notice, for indefinite periods of time.
Ability to complete the training and qualification requirements as defined in USA Jet approved/accepted manuals.
Successful candidates must pass an initial, and random, Drug and Alcohol screening process as required by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Successful candidates must pass a fingerprint based criminal history records check and/or Security Threat Assessment (STA) as required by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently required to: Walk, sit, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach/handle items.
Work with their hands and tools.
Talk and hear others in conversations via phone, computer, or in person.
While performing the duties of the job, the employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move items up 50-100 pounds.
Ability to wear company provided safety equipment required to perform job functions.
Vision abilities required: Close vision, Distance vision, Color vision.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Microsoft Windows, Word, Outlook, Teams, and Excel preferred

Responsibilities

Will be thoroughly familiar with the requirements of the Operations Manual, FAA Regulations, and the USA Jet General Maintenance Manual, as they apply to the operation of the Avionics Shop.
Perform the tasks assigned by the Lead Avionics Technician in accordance with the current FARs and the standards of USA Jet.
Indicate to the Lead Avionics Technician that needed progressive inspections can be accomplished.
Report to the Lead Avionics Technician any discrepancies noted during the performance of his/her assigned task.
After completion of an assigned task, the Avionics Technician will annotate all work accomplished, and when necessary, notify the Lead Avionics Technician or USA Jet Inspection Department (as applicable) when the work performed requires inspection sign-off.
Perform tasks and operate equipment in a safe and proper manner and report any unsafe conditions to the Lead Avionics Technician or the Director of Maintenance.
Responsible to actively participate in USA Jet Safety Programs and Safety Management System.
Required to report all safety concerns in a timely manner.
Required to ensure that they and their co-workers are performing their functions in the safest possible manner.
Required to follow the standards of the Occupational Safety and Health Organization with legal authority at the location at which they are working.
Perform all tasks as assigned by your Lead or Supervisor.
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Maintenance.