Mobile A&P Mechanic – Turboprop / Propeller Installation Specialist

Alerion Aviation • Opa-locka, FL

31d

About The Position

JetRx is seeking a motivated A&P Mechanic with King Air and PT6 experience to join our expanding team. This is a unique opportunity to support JetRx’s partnership with Valkyrie Aero, delivering MT 5- and 7-blade propeller upgrades for Caravan, Kodiak, Pilatus, King Air, and Beech 1900 aircraft. You’ll work closely with an MT factory-trained and authorized technician, gaining hands-on experience with advanced MT composite propeller systems. After completing a field apprenticeship program, you will be eligible to attend MT Factory School to further develop your expertise.

Requirements

• Valid FAA A&P license required.
• Experience with King Air airframes and PT6 engines required.
• Strong written and oral communications skills.
• Excellent customer service mentality.
• Willingness to work in inclement weather
• Ability to work successfully independently or as part of a team
• Strong troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to analyze complex situations, processes, and procedures. Demonstrate flexibility in problem solving when require
• Ability to work in a manual environment, with physical demands such as:
• -Lift, push, pull or carry heavy objects up to 50lbs
• - Bend, stoop, squat, reach and grasp
• -Work at heights in excess of 5 feet
• -Work in confined spaces
• -Ability to accurately judge distances
• Must be able to pass a DOT pre-employment urine drug screen and random drug and alcohol screenings in accordance with company policy.
• Hold a current mechanic certificate with valid FAA airframe and powerplant ratings
• Must hold a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Must be able to obtain SIDA and/or non-SIDA airport badges by passing a background check ordered by the airport.
• Must be able to pass comprehensive background check including a TSA required fingerprint based criminal records check in compliance with TSA Security Program Standards and 49 CFR 154.229 and CFR 1544.230.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with MT Propellers or other turboprop propeller systems
• Previous mobile maintenance or field-service experience.
• Familiarity with Caravan, Kodiak, Pilatus, or Beech 1900 aircraft

Responsibilities

• Remove existing aircraft propeller assemblies in preparation for MT upgrade installations.
• Build up and install new MT Propeller Assemblies in-situ, following all applicable procedures.
• Perform engine test runs and vibration analysis after installation to ensure optimal performance.
• Travel to customer locations when propeller installations are scheduled, completing the install and associated vibration analysis on-site.
• Document work in accordance with FAA regulations and JetRx quality standards.
• Represent JetRx and Valkyrie Aero professionally while working directly with customers in the field.
• Ability to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays as required by the needs of the operation.
• Ability to travel for installation assignments.
• Additional duties as assigned.
• Work at one of JetRx’s locations in Southern Florida (Miami–Opa Locka, Fort Lauderdale, or West Palm Beach).
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on corporate jets and turboprop aircraft,
• Support daily shop operations.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with day-rate compensation while traveling for installations
• Hotels, travel expenses, and per-diem covered during road assignments
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• On-the-job training and mentorship from an MT factory-trained and authorized technician
• Eligibility for MT Factory School upon successful completion of the apprenticeship
• Opportunities for career advancement within a growing, safety-driven organization

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees