What are the responsibilities and job description for the 0179 - AIRFRAME AND PROPULSION (A&P) MECHANIC position at Electra Aero?
About Electra :
Electra's next gen mission is to develop Ultra Short Aircraft, built for Direct Aviation. We are redefining the next level of connectivity, pioneering direct aviation - without airports, emissions, or noise. Electra's Ultra Short aircraft will revolutionize air travel by bringing it closer to where we live, work, and play, making new connections possible. This makes a new venture like Electra exciting and fast-paced. Headquartered in Northern Virginia, we're on a quest to build a team of talented people who want to do meaningful work.
Position Overview
Electra is seeking an experienced and FAA-licensed Airframe and Propulsion (A&P) Mechanic to join the A&P team. The role includes a wide spectrum of fabrication, assembly, test, and maintenance duties; including, but not limited to : prototype and production aircraft; the desire to influence the design of new aircraft products to assure their airworthiness, maintainability, reliability, and manufacturability; to support the aircraft design and certification teams; and to maintain aircraft for sustained airworthiness. This role reports into the Manufacturing and Supply Chain organization and is based in Manassas, VA.
Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions :
- Participates in pre-planning briefing to ensure a complete understanding of the project work scope, man-hour availability, and projected completion date.
- Ensure proper job planning so that parts and other resources are available in a timely manner to meet milestones and deadlines.
- Demonstrates proper inspection and repair procedures.
- Performs aircraft structural maintenance, repairs modifications, and in-depth inspections, experience bucking rivets and repairing sheet metal, composite items, etc.
- Performs quality checks, using measurement tools and equipment.
- Troubleshoot systems; disassemble, repair, and reassemble sections and components to maintain full functioning equipment according to Approved Technical Data provided by the customer or engineering.
- Performs line maintenance duties, activities and maintenance tasks as assigned.
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Additional Information :
Salary : Electra's salary range for this position is : $49,853.00 - 136,553.00
Our salary ranges reflect the minimum and maximum range for the Company level overall across all locations & projects and does not necessarily reflect the budgeted amount for this position. Individual pay is based on additional factors, including project budgets, job-related skills, experience, relevant education and / or training, role, level, location, and project.
Compensation and Benefits :
In addition to offering an exciting work environment and the opportunity to be part of the team making Ultra Short flight a reality, at Electra, we offer an unparalleled total rewards package. Electra offers employees a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance, generous PTO and sick leave, company holidays, paid winter break, and a 401(k) plan with immediate vesting. Life at Electra includes a variety of perks, such as free catered lunches, amazing coffee, snacks, drinks, fruit, free parking, and opportunities for much more.
Working Conditions
Work is typically performed in a warehouse / aviation and office environment, which requires proper safety precautions. Work may require some physical effort in handling light materials, boxes, power tools, prototypes, and different materials or equipment. Due to the nature of our business and projects, some fieldwork may be required, working in both indoor and outdoor conditions. You may need to lift up to 50 lbs.
Commitment
We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including those from marginalized or underrepresented groups in the tech industry and aerospace, to apply for our job openings. We firmly believe that a diverse range of perspectives can profoundly influence both our product and our company culture.
Electra is committed to a work environment that is inclusive to all and free of discrimination. It is our policy to be an equal opportunity employer without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran status, citizenship status, or any other factors prohibited by law. Electra will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.
Electra is an E-Verify employer.
Salary : $49,853 - $136,553
