Line Maintenance Technician

Thales • Boston, MA

1d • $34 - $54 • Onsite

About The Position

Thales is seeking a Line Maintenance Technician to perform line maintenance, installation, repair station, and ground equipment maintenance on Thales In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) systems. Work must comply with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, airline customer maintenance manuals, and internal operating procedures. The technician supports airline customers in a fast-paced, deadline-driven airport environment, emphasizing safety, compliance, reliability, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction. The position is fully onsite at Boston Logan International Airport in Suffolk County, Massachusetts. Work may take place outdoors on aircraft ramps and/or in hangars, with exposure to varying weather conditions and high noise levels. A flexible schedule is required, including days, evenings, midnights, weekends, and holidays, based on seniority and operational needs. The position may require up to 10% domestic and/or international travel.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate and ability to meet recent experience requirements under 14 CFR 65.83.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required airport security credentials, including a SIDA badge and Customs Clearance if required; pass background checks and fingerprinting, and pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer at the time of hire; the position is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Valid driver license meeting company insurance standards.
• Strong avionics and electronics knowledge, including ability to read and interpret blueprints, wiring diagrams, and technical instructions.
• Ability to perform crimping and soldering according to aviation industry standards.
• Ability to analyze data, troubleshoot issues of moderate scope, and communicate technical information effectively to supervisors and customers.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced team environment.
• Professionalism and reliability, including regular attendance and punctuality; fluency in spoken and written English; positive attitude; and alignment with Thales values of Compliance, Respect, Innovation, Responsibility, and Teamwork.
• Ability to obtain and maintain customer-specific security credentials as required for site access.
• Ability to work effectively in active airport environments while following safety and security protocols.
• Flexible schedule availability, including days, evenings, midnights, weekends, and holidays, according to seniority and operational needs.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of aircraft maintenance technician school and/or equivalent technical training.
• Two years of line maintenance experience, preferably in commercial aviation.
• Federal Communications Commission (FCC) license.
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments, including crawling, bending, kneeling, climbing, and stooping in confined spaces.
• Ability to lift and handle equipment weighing 50–80 pounds occasionally and up to 20 pounds frequently, and safely use hand tools and testing equipment.
• Ability to adapt to changing conditions and directions while maintaining situational awareness around moving vehicles and aircraft in an active airport environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, and system modifications on Thales In-Flight Entertainment systems.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues efficiently to minimize aircraft downtime and operational impact.
• Accurately document and clear airline logbook discrepancies related to Thales systems in a timely manner.
• Document maintenance activities daily using established procedures and submit detailed reports to the Supervisor of Maintenance.
• Support airline customers and ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements during maintenance activities.
• Maintain compliance with FAA regulations, safety standards, and internal quality procedures.

Benefits

• Elective health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
• Voluntary life and AD&D insurance, whole group life with long-term care, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance.
• Legal plan, identity theft protection, and pet insurance.
• Retirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment, with company contribution and matching and no vesting period.
• Company-paid holidays and paid time off.
• Company-provided life insurance, AD&D, disability coverage, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program.

What This Job Offers

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