Mechanical Repair Technician V (Onsite)

RTX•Wichita, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and enthusiastic Aircraft Engine/Components Aftermarket Mechanical Repair Technician to become an integral part of our dynamic MRO team. Position is 100% onsite at our Wichita, KS location. Work Shift: First Shift , 6:00 am - 2:30 pm, Monday - Friday.

Requirements

Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D. in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline with a minimum or 6 years of relevant experience.
Prior experience performing wheel and brake mechanical repairs, assembly or other technical capacities within aviation
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.

Nice To Haves

Ability to interpret and follow component maintenance manuals and all other applicable technical documents

Responsibilities

Will lead a team of technicians in all Mechanical Repair job functions
Act as team lead or assistant to the supervisor/manager to achieve daily goals.
Delegates tasks to other team members and reviews the work product of others
Provide solutions to complex problems
Develop and implement action plans to maximize performance and productivity
Ensure team performs required standard work in accordance with the FAA and CMM
Develop a safety-first culture within working area
Performs general shop and equipment maintenance; practices the principles of the Five S's by creating and maintaining a neat, orderly work area
Identifies ways to remove non-value-added steps from all processes and strives to produce products in the least-waste-way
Consistently demonstrates a commitment to continuous process improvement and practices
Performs disassembly, wash, blast, paint, build-up, pressure test, receiving inspection and final inspection and assembly of aircraft components according to customer's specifications, airworthiness directives, applicable manufacturers' CMM guidelines and operating procedures
Maintains proper segregation and identification of components in progress
Maintains current knowledge of and complies with customer/Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)/Joint Aviation Administration (JAA) technical data as applicable to the work assigned
Performs other duties or responsibilities as assigned

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program