Senior Airframe and Powerplant Aircraft Engineer- A&P Mechanic

Flightcheck Commercial Aviation was founded in 2004 and is now one of the largest Commercial Line Maintenance providers. We provide technical handling, aircraft de-icing and limited ground handling for over 25 Domestic and International Airlines. Flightcheck provides workplace stability, Flexible Schedules, Affordable Comprehensive Benefits as well as development and training opportunities for you to grow your career with us!

We are currently seeking an exceptional Senior Airframe and Powerplant Aircraft Engineer to join our team in Chicago, IL!

The Senior Airframe and Powerplant Aircraft Engineer(ORD), under minimal supervision, will perform aircraft line maintenance activities in accordance with the company, the FAA and other regulatory and customer standards. The Senior Airframe and Powerplant Aircraft Engineer will be required to mentor more junior A&Ps and or A&P apprentices, he/she will also be required to fill in as Lead when required or on a rotating basis. This is a position for highly skilled and highly motivated candidates offering a top tier pay rate. Once accepted to this position, the individual is expected to maintain the same level of performance as the position requires.

Please note position requirements prior to applying-

What we offer:

• Pay $48-$60 per hour- Based on experience
• $5,000 sign on bonus
• Full comprehensive and affordable benefits plans (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401k with a company match
• Paid time off- 80 hours(accrued)
• Flexible scheduling
• Family oriented culture
• In-house certification opportunities
• Stable work environment with continuous development and training opportunities to help you grow your career with us!

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Mentor junior A&P mechanics or A&P apprentices
• Fill in as a Lead on occasion. This may include participating in a lead role on a rotating schedule such as one or two days a week.
• Perform all aircraft maintenance activities in accordance with Flightcheck’s RSM, QMC, customers’ procedures, FARS and all other applicable rules and regulations
• Read wiring diagrams and engineering drawings
• Perform operational and preventive checks and alignments on aircraft flight controls, stabilization systems, avionics, troubleshooting equipment using technical manuals and schematic drawings; and inspecting
• Responsible for completion of aircraft documentation
• Interprets discrepancies or logs (written or verbal) to understand history and nature of issue, to troubleshoot issue, and to identify required next steps (e.g., fix, defer, replace)

Position Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years with Airframe and Powerplant experience
• B777-200/300/F min 120 hr theory training with appropriate engine endorsements held for 3 years
• B787-8/9/10 min 120 hr theory training with appropriate engine endorsements held for 3 years
• B747-400F min 80 hr theory training with appropriate engine endorsements held for 3 years
• B747-8F min 80 hr theory training with appropriate engine endorsements held for 3 years
• B767-200/300 min 80 hr theory training with appropriate engine endorsements
• B757-200/300 min 80 hr theory training with appropriate engine endorsements
• B737 Max min 80 hr Fam theory training with appropriate engine endorsements
• A350 min 120 hr theory training with appropriate engine endorsements
• A330-900/1000 min 80 hr theory training with appropriate engine endorsements
• Ability to work independently effectively and efficiently with excellent line maintenance and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent communication skills with management, customers, and MOC
• Leadership skills
• Ability to operate within a flexible schedule
• Highly motivated
• Experience in avionics troubleshooting

Flightcheck is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Salary : $48 - $60