Service Technician- all levels

About The Blackhawk Group

Blackhawk Aerospace Technologies, LLC. is an FAA Certified Repair Station located in Columbia Missouri. Blackhawk Aerospace provides full avionics and airframe services for many types of aircraft from Cessna singles, King Air to Citation business jets.

We are seeking Service Technician- all levels. We are looking for someone with exceptional character with experience on piston or jet aircraft. Citation and/or King Air experience is extremely helpful.

Blackhawk Aerospace offers competitive pay and outstanding benefits.

The Service Technician I is directly responsible to the Maintenance Supervisor for the performance of the Aircraft Maintenance, Repair or Alteration.

• The Service Technician I will be required to understand, and practically apply basic mechanical fundamentals to include proper use of hand tools and pneumatic tools, read and understand aircraft maintenance manuals and illustrated parts sheets, coordinating necessary resources, accurately document work performed, and communicate with the appropriate personnel, including management, to ensure timely and accurate completion of assigned tasks.
• Support the assigned aircraft Lead or other assigned BAT employees on all aspects of assigned aircraft projects to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency throughout all phases of the projects with limited oversight and direction.
• Understand and accurately navigate the AC 43.13
• Follow all policies, procedures and workmanship standards set forth in the Quality Control Manual for Blackhawk Aerospace Technologies and the AC 43.13.
• Ensure the safety and security of customer’s equipment, parts, and aircraft during all phases of aircraft inspections, modifications, and repairs.
• Understand aircraft and shop schedules prior to, and during the performance of all maintenance activities and adhere to them. Inform appropriate personnel if schedule conflict arises.
• If required, assist Service Structures and/or Avionics personnel in the performance of their assigned duties so that work is accomplished on schedule and in accordance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations and repair station procedures.
• Troubleshooting and evaluation of systems on the aircraft with limited oversight, when designated.
• Inspection and evaluation of the aircraft and components with limited oversight, when designated.
• Maintain a supervisor evaluated goal hour productivity rating of 80% or higher .
• Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

Education and Experience

• High school graduate or equivalency degree required. Airframe and Powerplant FAA license Preferred.
• Knowledge of FARs 43, 91, 135, 145 with Quality system experience preferred.
• One to Three Years Corporate Aviation Experience with emphasis on Inspection & Repair preferred.
• Minimum of one year Aviation experience required. Certified Airframe and Powerplant education is considered experience.

Pay Range: $22- $30/hour, depending on experience

The Service Technician II is directly responsible to the Maintenance Supervisor for the performance of the Aircraft Maintenance, Repair or Alteration.

• Fully understand and perform all duties and requirements set forth in the “Service Technician I” Job Description without guidance or oversight.
• Perform standard aircraft inspections and repairs on airframes, engines, propellers, and components with limited oversight and zero rework.
• Mentor those individuals of lessor skill and experience in the application of safe work practices, B.A.T. policies and procedures, and acceptable/desired/expected workmanship and quality standards.
• Demonstrate the ability to navigate and practically apply the AC 43.13 requirements without any oversight or direction when aircraft maintenance manuals fail to provide adequate information.
• Provide schedule updates to the Aircraft Lead or assigned BAT employee to ensure master schedule is continually updated and accurate.
• Respectfully and professionally interact and communicate with internal and external customers as required and as delegated.
• Oversee projects of lessor complexity as directed by the Service Supervisor or management.
• Apply time accurately to work orders and ensure parts required are posted correctly.
• Maintain a supervisor evaluated goal hour productivity rating of 85% or higher .
• Communicate on status and or discrepancies with aircraft in house to include hidden damage or unairworthy items.
• Make proper entries into maintenance logs & work orders.

Education and Experience

• High school graduate or equivalency degree required. Airframe and Powerplant FAA license Highly Preferred.
• Knowledge of FARs 43, 91, 135, 145 with Quality system experience preferred.
• Two to Five Years Corporate Aviation Experience with emphasis on Inspection & Repair preferred.
• Minimum of two years Aviation experience required.

Pay Range: $28- $36/hour, depending on experience

The Service Technician III is directly responsible to the Maintenance Supervisor for the performance of the Aircraft Maintenance, Repair or Alteration.

• Fully understand and perform all duties and requirements set forth in the “Service Technician I” and the “Service Technician II” Job Description without guidance or oversight.
• Perform complex aircraft inspections and repairs on airframes, engines, propellers, and components with limited oversight and zero rework.
• Be a positive role model and mentor to those individuals of lessor skill and experience in the application of safe work practices, B.A.T. policies and procedures, and acceptable/desired/expected workmanship and quality standards.
• Always conduct oneself in a highly professional manner.
• Communicate with internal and external customers, vendors, and staff with respect and candor.
• Provide feedback to the Maintenance Supervisor and/or the General Manager regarding performance issues and evaluations of the Service Technicians of lesser experience and grade.
• Understand and apply the AC 43.13 requirements without any oversight or direction when aircraft maintenance manuals fail to provide adequate information.
• Provide project schedule updates to the Maintenance Supervisor and/or General Manager to ensure master schedule is accurate.
• Oversee assigned projects of a more complex nature and utilize allocated manpower accordingly to ensure aircraft schedule are maintained.
• Ensure goal hour efficiency on assigned projects and make manpower adjustments accordingly.
• Maintain a supervisor evaluated goal hour productivity rating of 90% or higher.

• Maintenance and repair of shop facility, equipment, and tooling when required to support operations.
• Inspection and evaluation of the aircraft and components when designated.
• Assist in the maintenance and periodic calibration of precision tools and test equipment used by the repair station when designated.
• Adhere to aircraft schedules and shop schedules prior to and during the performance of all repair station functions.
• Communicate on status and or discrepancies with aircraft in house to include hidden damage or unairworthy items.
• Make proper entries into maintenance logs & work orders.

Education and Experience

• High school graduate or equivalency degree required. Airframe and Powerplant FAA license Required. Inspector Authorization Preferred.
• Thorough Knowledge of FARs 43, 91, 135, 145 with Quality system experience preferred.
• Five to Ten Years Corporate Aviation Experience with emphasis on Inspection & Repair preferred.
• Minimum of Four years Aviation experience on Turbine Powered part 23 and part 25 aircraft required.

Pay Range: 34- $44/hour, depending on experience

All pay is negotiable, depending on experience

Relocation/ Sign on Bonus opportunities available

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Opportunity for overtime
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Columbia, MO 65201: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)

Work Location: In person