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Bell is hiring: Aircraft Mechanic I - Newport News (ATAC) in Newport News

Bell
Newport, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2025

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System’s Airborne Tactical Advantage Company (ATAC) business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About ATAC

Textron Systems - ATAC provides tactical flight training and adversary aggressor services for U.S. Navy, Marine and Air Force pilots. ATAC operates simultaneously across eight sites and two continents and comprises the world’s largest outsourced civilian, tactical airborne training organization and proudly provides the highest quality live training to Squadrons, Air Wings, and Battle Groups. ATAC was the first civilian organization authorized to train the USAF’s F-22 Raptors.

About This Role

The Aircraft Mechanic is responsible for maintenance actions on Airborne Tactical Advantage Company’s aircraft as well as the safe and expeditious launch and recovery flight line operations at permanent and detachment sites.

Responsibilities

  • Maintenance efforts in support of company commitments
  • Proficient in one type / model aircraft and helper on additional type / model aircraft
  • Utilize AMS program
  • Training of maintenance personnel
  • Manage assigned maintenance programs
  • Assist with coordination of detachment requirements with Crew Chiefs (as necessary)
  • Obtain and maintain Detachment Lead qualification
  • Troubleshoot malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls
  • Repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional components including rigging, surface controls
  • Perform 100-hour, progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or calendar inspections
  • Adjust, repair, or replace electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories, perform preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections
  • Apply comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as blueprints or manufacturers’ manuals
  • Prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects
  • Additional responsibilities as delineated by Production Supervisor and Crew Chiefs
  • Manage programs as assigned

Primary Objectives :

  • Safety of the workforce
  • Ensure quality maintenance is performed during each maintenance action
  • Development and training of Apprentice Aviation Mechanics
  • Foster maintenance team environment
  • Ongoing personal development
  • Lead by example
  • Qualifications

    Minimum requirements of this position include, but are not limited to, an A&P certification or at least 5 years of military aircraft maintenance equivalency.

    Must be capable of performing unsupervised complex maintenance actions and holds or has held a QAR qualification, engine turn qualification or advanced troubleshooting experience. Must be capable of managing assigned additional collateral programs, training junior mechanics on aircraft systems / GOP’s / safety practices, competent in the use of specialized tooling and / or test equipment and supervises aircraft servicing.

    Performance will be continuously monitored by supervision and reviewed annually with the employee.

    Must be able to lift 50 lbs

    Must be able to climb in and out of the Aircraft

  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
  • How We Care

    At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.

    Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Education Assistance
  • Career Development & Training Opportunities
  • Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
  • Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Are you a Military Veteran?

    Textron's products and services are trusted every day by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.

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