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Aircraft Maintenance Technician

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West Star Aviation

2024-11-05 03:41:10

Job location Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States

Job type: all

Job industry: Trades & Services

Job description

Minimum Requirements:-FAA A&P License.

Essential Job Functions:
Perform aircraft mechanic duties that require an advance level of knowledge, training of junior level technicians or troubleshooting repairs.
Perform general to complex maintenance task on assigned aircraft and related systems. This shall include, but not limited to items such as removal and installation of panels and components, repair work, and sheet metal repair or installation.
Examines, disassembles and inspects engines, parts or other components for wear, warping, breaks, leaks or other non-conformities or deficiencies. Assembles and installs electrical, plumbing, mechanical, hydraulic, and structural components and accessories, using hand tools and power tools.
Services and maintains aircraft systems by performing tasks, including, but not limited to flushing crankcase, cleaning screens, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes. Repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures, functional components, and parts, such as wings and fuselage, rigging, and hydraulic units.
Removes engine from aircraft or installs engine, using hoist or forklift truck.
Disassembles, and or modifies aircraft structures, systems, or components, following drawings, engineering orders and technical publications.
Reads and interprets aircraft maintenance manuals and specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
Adjusts, aligns, and calibrates aircraft systems, using hand tools, gauges, and test equipment.
Maintain and repair of shop facility, equipment and tooling when required.
Work independently on projects when required.
Tests engine and system operations, using testing equipment, and listens to engine sounds to detect and diagnose malfunctions.

Education:
High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) required.
Associate's Degree in Aviation Technology preferred along with aircraft model specific training.

Experience:
At least 2 years current experience maintaining, inspecting, servicing and repairing corporate aircraft.
Must possess a valid FAA A&P License.

Computer Skills:
Basic computer skills.
Experience in Aviation Maintenance Software programs such as Corridor is preferred.

Responsibility:
Performing general mechanical tasks on aircraft and related systems.
Removal and installation of panels and components,
Engine removal/installations,
Operating ground support equipment,
Inspection and evaluation of the aircraft and components
Aircraft movement and assistance in performance runs/ taxiing
Maintenance and repair of shop facility, equipment and tooling
De-fuelling aircraft,
Basic computer skills to be able to navigate electronic training, manuals, and maintenance data bases
Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.
Troubleshooting and problem solving aircraft system/component issues

Physical Requirements:
Routine standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting or stooping.
Manual work requires routine or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands.
Work is performed in a hangar environment subject to extreme temperature variations from very cold to very hot.

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