Hiring for A&P Mechanic || Scott Air Force Base, Illinois

• Applies professional technical expertise and guidance to solve complex problems by interpreting technical data such as blueprints or manufacturer's manuals.

• Works typically requires a thoroughly comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components, a thorough knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair and the ability to determine functionality of non-complex electrical systems.

• A detailed knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tension-meters, sheet metal brakes/sheers, etc. is required.

• Must possess the experience and ability to provide technical support to structural/mechanical engineers and customers alike.

• Must possess excellent organizational skills in prioritizing workload to meet aircraft delivery schedule.

• Will be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records and is responsible for providing guidance and technical expertise to lower-level technicians throughout all aircraft modifications and/or maintenance efforts.

• Possess a valid FAA Aircraft and Powerplant license for a minimum of two years.

• Be physically able to deploy with aircraft/unit to overseas locations.

• Obtains and maintains required security clearances.

• Complies with written Company maintenance and logistics procedures.

• Complies with FAA regulations, as applicable.

• Complies with Air Force aircraft records procedures and ensure aircraft discrepancies are properly recorded and corrected in accordance with approved maintenance procedures and within the terms of the contract.

• Maintains a clean and organized workplace.

• Performs aircraft recovery missions as necessary.

• Performs other duties as assigned by Management.

• Performs all scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance on the Air Force C-21 aircraft (commercial variant is a Lear 35).

• Maintains, repairs and modifies aircraft structures, structural components and engines of complex to extreme difficulty.

• Maintains and repairs aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, avionics/electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems and mechanical components, and applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions and applies technical expertise in restoring equipment condition and operation.

• High School diploma or equivalent.

• Must possess a valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant License for a minimum of two years.

• Valid U.S. driver's license.

• Must be able to read, write and speak English as well as read and interpret instructions from technical manuals, blueprints and internal Company documents.

• Physical capability to work in tight spaces at heights and on wings, use ladders, operate tugs and aircraft support equipment and lift up to 75lbs.

• Work with little or no supervision and accomplish assignments in a timely, quality manner.

• Must have the ability to deploy to overseas locations on short notice.

• Perform all scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance for the Air Force C-21 fleet.

• Comply with Air Force aircraft records procedures.

• Ensure aircraft discrepancies are properly recorded and corrected in accordance with approved maintenance procedures and within the terms of the contract.

Desired Qualifications:

• 5 years or more Learjet experience.