Eastern Air Express - Flight Mechanic Engineer

Eastern Airlines LLC•Miami, FL

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About The Position

The Flight Mechanic Engineer performs day-to-day aircraft and engine maintenance for Eastern Air Express. This full-time position reports to the Director of Maintenance and interacts with the Director of Operations, Chief Pilot, Systems Operations Control staff, and company flight crews. The successful candidate needs a thorough understanding of Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) aircraft maintenance requirements, strong communication skills, and the ability to work with flight crews in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while representing the company’s values and culture. Work includes routine and non-routine maintenance, responding to aircraft discrepancies at transit stations, and completing maintenance documentation in accordance with the General Maintenance Manual. The role requires following manufacturer recommendations and approved procedures, using approved and certified parts and equipment, and consulting aircraft maintenance references. The position involves travel, outdoor work in seasonal weather, shift schedules assigned by seniority, and physically strenuous tasks, including work in elevated or confined areas.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or higher.
Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate.
Successfully pass an assessment demonstrating basic knowledge of line maintenance under Part 121 operations.
Two years of experience on commercial aircraft in a Part 121 environment.
Ability to travel to airport or aircraft field locations with little or short notice.
Ability to drive tugs, trucks, taxi aircraft, lift trucks, snorkel lifts, boom lifts, tractors, and/or other maintenance vehicles.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to crawl, bend, kneel, climb, and stoop frequently in confined spaces.
Ability to work under pressure in a team environment and multitask in a dynamic environment.
Valid driver license and a driving record from the state of primary residence that meets the company’s insurance standards.
Active passport.
Pass a two-year drug and alcohol background check, pre-employment drug test, and criminal history records check (CHRC).
Eligible to work in the United States.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the Internet.
Familiarity with accessing online aircraft manuals.
Ability to work in elevated areas.
Ability to perform extremely strenuous physical work, sometimes involving objects weighing more than 70 to 100 pounds.
Availability for a work schedule bid by seniority, which may include days, swings, midnight shifts, and holidays.
Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

Perform aircraft maintenance according to manufacturers’ recommendations and approved procedures and data.
Meet aircraft at transit stations, review aircraft maintenance logs, and respond to logged discrepancies.
Perform routine and non-routine aircraft maintenance.
Use aircraft maintenance manuals, illustrated parts catalogs, structural repair manuals, component maintenance manuals, and wiring diagrams to perform work.
Complete required paperwork accurately using procedures in the General Maintenance Manual (GMM).
Use only approved and certified hardware, parts, and equipment on aircraft.
Promote teamwork among maintenance personnel and flight crews.
Help maintain facilities and equipment as directed by the leadership team.
Uphold safety and security procedures and awareness.
Obtain additional qualifications through training and education as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.