Factory Service Center Technician

Cirrus Aircraft’s Mission is to deliver an aviation experience that is the pinnacle of innovation, quality, and safety to our customers. Cirrus Aircraft is the recognized global leader in personal aviation and the maker of the best-selling SR Series piston aircraft and the Vision Jet™, the world’s first single engine Personal Jet and recipient of the 2017 Robert J. Collier Trophy. Founded in 1984, the company has redefined performance, comfort and safety in aviation with innovations like the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System® (CAPS®) – the first FAA-certified whole-airframe parachute safety system included as standard equipment on an aircraft. To date, worldwide flight time on Cirrus aircraft has passed nine million hours and over 170 people have returned home safely to their families as a result of the inclusion of CAPS® as a standard feature on all Cirrus aircraft. Find out more at cirrusaircraft.com.

Cirrus offers a competitive benefits package and is dedicated to the advancement of general aviation. The Cirrus Flying Club offers employees and their family members the unique opportunity to obtain their private pilot’s license in the comfort of a Cirrus or rent a Cirrus for an impromptu adventure at a greatly reduced rate.  We are committed to investing in the future of our employees and company by offering professional development and career progression opportunities and we engage employees by offering several employee and family events throughout the year, as well as the opportunity to take part in activity clubs and community events.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Service Center Leadership, the Factory Service Center Technician is responsible to ensure aircraft and articles are maintained and repaired in a safe, effective and efficient manner.  They will perform maintenance, repair and alteration tasks on civil aviation articles in accordance with current technical data. 

Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Demonstrate and maintain a positive attitude, strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills while working in a large-volume aircraft maintenance environment with strict Return to Service dates.
• Support the Service Center vision and organizational objectives through effective communication leading the assigned team in the execution of daily priorities.
• Sets a positive approach to teamwork
• Identifies improvements, to increase quality and throughput while achieving on time delivery
• Provide assistance to team members as required
• Properly utilizes the Factory Service Center work order system to record work performed and log OJT
• Ensures all policies and procedures IAW 14 CFR Part 145 manuals are adhered to
• Attends training and safety sessions as assigned

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Thorough knowledge of Cirrus Aircraft maintenance manuals and associated vendor manuals.
• Airframe and Powerplant license, appropriately rated Repairman Certificate or equivalent experience preferred
• Demonstrated problem solving abilities utilizing sound judgement and effective oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage stress in and environment of competing work demands and concurrent projects
• Demonstrated working knowledge of various software tools (Microsoft Office)

Competencies

 To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Customer focus
• Decision Quality
• Action oriented
• Accepts direction
• Drives results 

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required. 

This opportunity is in Duluth, MN, located on the North Shore.  When you come to Duluth, you understand what makes it so special. From the world-famous lift bridge to charming neighborhoods filled with local breweries and restaurants, Duluth is a true original along the pristine shores of Lake Superior. Part rugged, part refined and 100% one-of-a-kind. You’ll get it when you get here.  From fun family attractions and lakeside events to watching the giant ships pass through the canal, there’s always something happening in Duluth. Hop on a train, jump in the lake, or just take in the view.  If outdoor activity is what you’re looking for, you won’t have to go far to find it. Duluth is filled with parks and trails for hiking, biking and more. In fact, you’re less than 1000 feet from a trail no matter where in the city you are.

Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.