King Air Experienced A&P Mechanic (Various Shifts) - Houston, TX

Textron•Houston, TX

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Performs licensed A&P mechanic work—including repairs, maintenance, overhauls, modifications, and troubleshooting—on Textron Aviation aircraft at the Houston Service Center. The mechanic performs diagnostic and mechanical work on jet and turboprop multi-engine aircraft, preparing aircraft mechanically for flight and delivery to customers. The work requires thorough knowledge of aircraft engines, mechanical systems, and components on assigned aircraft. The role includes inspecting and repairing aircraft assemblies and systems, conducting functional checks and tests, maintaining accurate written records, and working to high standards of safety and airworthiness. The mechanic may observe mechanical systems during flight to troubleshoot issues and may guide and instruct one or two helpers for 50% or more of the time. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent.
A&P license required. In lieu of an A&P license, a DD214 must be submitted for review and eligibility for company-sponsored technical certification and future license achievement; on-the-job training hours (MOS/NEC/AFSC) must be reviewed and evaluated by FSDO.
At least 3 years of diversified jet and/or turboprop modification and 100-hour and annual service experience as an A&P mechanic.
Ability to use arithmetic, blueprints, and specifications, and knowledge of jet airframe and engine principles and aircraft mechanical systems.
Ability to obtain and maintain an Airport Security Badge through the local airport authority, if applicable.

Nice To Haves

10 years of experience preferred.
Experience in a customer service facility performing aircraft inspections and repairs preferred.

Responsibilities

Diagnose malfunctions and perform disassembly, rework, repair, replacement, reassembly, or adjustment of aircraft systems.
Check, correct, or replace aircraft assemblies, landing gear, air conditioning and pressurization systems, turbochargers, and optional equipment installations.
Repair or replace engine components and accessories, including carburetors, fuel control units, fuel injection systems, air bleed systems, oil and fuel pumps, starter-generators, and hydraulic and vacuum pumps.
Perform 100-hour, annual, and progressive inspections in accordance with FAR 43 procedures.
Perform modifications to aircraft systems and structures, as well as minor upholstery and touch-up paint work.
Prepare clear, concise, and accurate written reports in logs and inspection reports, and complete parts identification for issue and return documents.
Conduct functional checks, engine test runs, instrument tests and alignment, and preventive maintenance.
Perform rigging, throttle synchronization, and stop setting.
If required, observe mechanical systems during flight and troubleshoot problems for in-shop repairs.
Maintain aircraft to current standards and high safety standards to support airworthiness, reliability, and customer safety.
Use specified measuring and testing equipment and hand tools to repair and modify systems or assemblies.
Guide and instruct one or two lower-classification helpers 50% or more of the time.
Perform other related duties as required.