A&P Mobile Service Technician - Idaho Falls - 1st Shift

Overview

Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Mobile Service Technicians (MST) will focus on the maintenance activities and work scope of Customer aircraft. Will identify and correct issues on malfunctioning aircraft mechanical components and systems. Performs a variety of diagnostic and mechanical duties on Jet aircraft and assists with the scheduling and coordination of the work of others in the crew. Will assist the MST Lead Mechanic including coordinating and communicating aircraft issues with the Customer to include reviewing the work scope with Customers, adding squawks as required, responding to Customer inquiries and being responsible for assuring Customer satisfaction by coordinating with the Service Center Team. Will assist the MST Lead Mechanic with overseeing the maintenance of the mobile service vehicle ensuring the vehicle is always properly serviced and roadworthy.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that the work scope is completed in a timely manner and work performed is done in accordance with established policy, procedure, and quality standards.
• Perform a variety of diagnostic and mechanical duties on one or more aircraft models involving diagnosis of malfunctions and required disassembly, rework, repair, replacement, reassembly, or adjustment of various aircraft systems to prepare aircraft mechanically for flight and delivery to the Customer.
• Checks, corrects, or replaces a variety of complex aircraft assemblies, landing gear systems, air conditioning systems, pressurization systems, and optional equipment installations.
• Orders and obtains parts necessary to effect aircraft repairs. Assures that cores are returned in accordance with established procedure.
• Requires knowledge of inspection procedures set forth in FAR Part 145. Responsible for ensuring documentation procedures are accomplished as required in FAR 43 and all other applicable FARs.
• Responsible for clear, concise, and accurate written reports in logs, inspection reports, and in parts identification for issue and return documents.
• Ensure that all maintenance, preventive maintenance, alterations, or specialized services performed are in accordance with the Inspection System procedures as outlined in the Quality Control manual.
• May be required to observe operation of mechanical systems during flight and troubleshoot problems for in-shop repairs.
• Responsible for communicating safety expectations of the Service Center.
• Monitors the work environment to assure it is maintained in a safe and orderly condition.
• Identifies and corrects unsafe acts.
• Works as a member of a team focused on meeting customer expectations requiring mechanics and avionic technicians to assist each other as required.
• Assists the Lead MST to ensure that all equipment and tooling with the mobile service vehicle are inspected, properly maintained, and/or serviced as required to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Assists the Lead MST in ensuring the mobile service vehicle is in safe operating condition with all fluid levels at proper levels, tire pressures correct, and wiper blades, hoses, tires, etc. inspected, repaired, or replaced as required.
• Must obtain a Textron-issued driver license and possess a valid state-issued driver license. Both are required to operate Company-owned vehicles or vehicles under Textron control.

Requirements/Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High school education or equivalent required
• A&P license required
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience with diversified jet, turboprop, piston, modification, and phase inspection experience as an A&P Mechanic
• Preferred - Minimum 1-2 years’ experience on Cessna, Hawker, or Beechcraft aircraft

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Use of arithmetic, blueprints, and specifications plus knowledge of jet and piston airframe and engine principles
• Must possess a valid state-issued driver’s license and abide by Textron Fleet Vehicle handbook and AOA access requirements.
• Must have comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical systems.
• Must be able to obtain an Airport Security Badge through the local airport authority (if applicable)

Compensation

This role is eligible for up to a $15,000 (pre-tax) sign-on bonus based on level of experience. Terms & conditions apply. The Company reserves the right to amend or suspend this program at any time.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.