What are the responsibilities and job description for the Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic position at Van's Aircraft?
Join Van’s Aircraft!
Are you passionate about aviation and eager to make a tangible impact? Join us at Van’s Aircraft as a Prototype Technician/Mechanic! In this exciting role, you will maintain and inspect our demo and training fleet, ensuring our aircraft are flight-ready and performing at their best. Collaborate with experienced professionals as you troubleshoot, repair, and fabricate prototype parts. Your creative problem-solving skills will help refine our products and processes in a supportive, dynamic environment. If you’re ready to thrive in a team dedicated to excellence in aviation, we can’t wait to meet you!
Your Mission, Should You Choose To Accept
Aircraft Maintenance: Perform inspections and maintenance on demo fleet aircraft, including oil changes and repairs.
Prototype Fabrication: Create prototype parts, assemblies, and tooling; applying your creativity and experience to refine and improve concepts as they are brought to market.
Documentation: Develop and validate customer documentation, including kit assembly methods, instructions and service manuals.
Product Improvement Innovator: Enhance existing products by designing and implementing manufacturing fixtures and tools.
Shop Management: Maintain organization and functionality in the prototype shop.
Team Player Extraordinaire: Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support team objectives.
What You Bring To The Team
Aviation Experience: Inspect, maintain, and repair piston engine aircraft.
Fabrication Skills: Proficiency in sheet metal fabrication and repair techniques.
Composite Knowledge: Basic understanding of fiberglass and composite fabrication, with an emphasis on artistic finish work for production tooling.
Welding Proficiency: Familiarity with welding techniques is a plus.
Self-Motivated Spirit: Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Aviation Enthusiast: A passion for aviation and basic aerodynamic knowledge.
Attention to Detail: Strong focus on quality and accuracy in all tasks.
Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Tech Savvy: Experience with MS Office (Word and Excel).
Preferred Qualifications That Will Make You Shine
A & P License: Airframe & Powerplant certification preferred.
Engine Experience: Experience with Lycoming and Rotax heavy maintenance.
Pilot Interest: Pilot license or desire to pursue piloting.
Experimental Aircraft Enthusiast: Experience with experimental aircraft, particularly RVs.
Machining Skills: Familiarity with machine shop tools, including CNC routers, Mills, Lathes.
Technical Communication Pro: Ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly for kit builders.
Your Future Starts Here!
Van’s Aircraft is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Are you passionate about aviation and eager to make a tangible impact? Join us at Van’s Aircraft as a Prototype Technician/Mechanic! In this exciting role, you will maintain and inspect our demo and training fleet, ensuring our aircraft are flight-ready and performing at their best. Collaborate with experienced professionals as you troubleshoot, repair, and fabricate prototype parts. Your creative problem-solving skills will help refine our products and processes in a supportive, dynamic environment. If you’re ready to thrive in a team dedicated to excellence in aviation, we can’t wait to meet you!
Your Mission, Should You Choose To Accept
Aircraft Maintenance: Perform inspections and maintenance on demo fleet aircraft, including oil changes and repairs.
Prototype Fabrication: Create prototype parts, assemblies, and tooling; applying your creativity and experience to refine and improve concepts as they are brought to market.
Documentation: Develop and validate customer documentation, including kit assembly methods, instructions and service manuals.
Product Improvement Innovator: Enhance existing products by designing and implementing manufacturing fixtures and tools.
Shop Management: Maintain organization and functionality in the prototype shop.
Team Player Extraordinaire: Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support team objectives.
What You Bring To The Team
Aviation Experience: Inspect, maintain, and repair piston engine aircraft.
Fabrication Skills: Proficiency in sheet metal fabrication and repair techniques.
Composite Knowledge: Basic understanding of fiberglass and composite fabrication, with an emphasis on artistic finish work for production tooling.
Welding Proficiency: Familiarity with welding techniques is a plus.
Self-Motivated Spirit: Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Aviation Enthusiast: A passion for aviation and basic aerodynamic knowledge.
Attention to Detail: Strong focus on quality and accuracy in all tasks.
Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Tech Savvy: Experience with MS Office (Word and Excel).
Preferred Qualifications That Will Make You Shine
A & P License: Airframe & Powerplant certification preferred.
Engine Experience: Experience with Lycoming and Rotax heavy maintenance.
Pilot Interest: Pilot license or desire to pursue piloting.
Experimental Aircraft Enthusiast: Experience with experimental aircraft, particularly RVs.
Machining Skills: Familiarity with machine shop tools, including CNC routers, Mills, Lathes.
Technical Communication Pro: Ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly for kit builders.
Your Future Starts Here!
Van’s Aircraft is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
