Line Maintenance Technician

Thales • Fort Lauderdale, FL

6d • $32 - $51 • Onsite

About The Position

Thales is looking for a Line Maintenance Technician, whose role involves performing line maintenance, installation, repair station, and ground equipment maintenance activities on Thales In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) systems and other systems for which the technician is authorized and trained. In this position, you will support the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of IFE equipment and systems while helping ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable technical and quality requirements.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Diploma required; valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant Certificate required, with recent experience requirements met in accordance with 14 CFR 65.83.
• Strong knowledge of avionics/electronics with the ability to read and interpret blueprints and wiring diagrams, follow written procedures and instructions, and terminate electrical connectors using proper crimping and soldering methods acceptable within the aviation industry.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced team environment while maintaining accuracy and efficiency, analyze problems and situations of moderate scope, and effectively summarize and present information to Supervisors and Customers.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a local airport Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge and Customs Clearance as required and successfully complete a seven-year background check, including fingerprinting, pre-employment drug testing, and Criminal History Records Check (CHRC).
• Must speak, read, and write English fluently; be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located; maintain regular attendance and punctuality; demonstrate a positive attitude; and exhibit Thales values of Compliance, Respect, Innovation, Responsibility, and Teamwork.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver License and driving record that meets Company insurance standards, with the ability to operate tugs, trucks, lift trucks, snorkel lifts, boom lifts, and tractors upon completion of required training.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer at the time of hire. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or for assuming sponsorship of an employment visa now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) years of aircraft maintenance technician school and two (2) years of line maintenance experience preferred
• Federal Communications Commission (FCC) license preferred.
• Ability to adapt to changing conditions and directions, remain alert to moving vehicles and aircraft, and frequently crawl, bend, kneel, climb, and stoop while working in confined spaces.
• Ability to occasionally handle objects weighing 50–80 pounds, frequently handle objects weighing up to 20 pounds, and frequently use a variety of hand tools to test equipment.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules based on seniority and operational requirements, including day, swing, or midnight shifts, weekends, and holidays, and ability to work outside on the aircraft ramp and/or in hangar environments where loud noise may be experienced.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and/or internationally up to 10% of the time, including supporting customer locations or site visits as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required airport and customer security credentials, including successfully completing the applicable 10-year background check and other security requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled maintenance activities on all authorized Thales systems in accordance with established procedures.
• Perform unscheduled maintenance and system modifications on all authorized Thales systems.
• Ensure airline logbook discrepancies pertaining to Thales systems are addressed and cleared in a timely manner.
• Document all maintenance activities performed on a daily basis utilizing established procedures.
• Prepare and submit required daily maintenance reports to the Supervisor of Maintenance.
• Provide customers with ongoing support while carrying out and upholding Company policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Elective Health, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Whole Group Life w/LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, Identity Theft, and Pet Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match, and with no vesting period
• Company paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Company provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED