Job Overview

An aircraft mechanic at AEVEX Aerospace is responsible for maintaining and repairing aircraft systems and components. They inspect and diagnose malfunctions, use power and hand tools to fix parts and ensure compliance with aviation safety regulations.

Essential Functions

• Perform maintenance and alteration tasks in accordance with the current technical data, manufacturers' instructions for continued airworthiness, service bulletins, and other FAA approved/acceptable data
• Maintains complete and accurate maintenance records in accordance with repair station requirements
• Inspects structural, mechanical, and electronic elements of an aircraft using a variety of hand and power tools to assess and replace parts
• Maintains engines, landing gear, instruments, pressurized sections, brakes, valves, pumps, air conditioning systems, and other aircraft related systems
• Able to identify, troubleshoot, and correct repairs on aircraft, its subsystems, and components
• Supports problem solving and continuous improvement efforts
• Follows safety protocols and procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), to maintain a safe working environment
• Ensures all work is done efficiently and adheres to aviation safety regulations and industry best practices
• Maintains a clean work environment in full compliance with company standards and customer and government regulations
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Standard Essential Functions

• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis or in accordance with posted schedule
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices
• Embodies AEVEX's cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture

Qualifications and Competencies

• Experience in maintaining aircraft system components
• Thorough understanding of technical manuals
• Ability to work from prints
• Ability to recognize aircraft discrepancies and troubleshoot
• Strong knowledge of standard aircraft maintenance practices
• Strong ability to understand QA processes, parts identification and control tags
• Working knowledge of airframe structures and power plant systems
• Basic understanding of electrical systems and wiring diagrams
• Ability to lead others or assist in leading others
• Thorough understanding of shop equipment and specialty tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently with direct supervision
• Detailed oriented, organized and a team player
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a time sensitive industry

Education / Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent education required
• A&P certification preferred

Experience

• Minimum 3 years aviation experience as a mechanic
• Military aviation experience a plus

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:

• Frequently required repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds
• Frequently experience a high level of noise, adverse weather or temperature conditions
• Frequently required to operate hand tools, equipment, heavy machinery
• Frequent pushing, pulling and bending. Frequent entry/exit of an aircraft and working in tight areas with awkward and uncomfortable body positions
• Frequent use of ladders and high platforms with fall protection equipment, including walking on top of aircraft
• Occasionally required to lift up to 75 pounds

Security Clearance

• Not Applicable