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. They will identify and correct issues on malfunctioning aircraft mechanical components and systems. Performs a variety of diagnostic and mechanical duties on Jet aircraft and assist with the scheduling and coordination of the work of others in the crew. Will assist the MST Lead Mechanic in coordinating and communicating aircraft issues with the Customer, including reviewing the work scope with Customers, adding squawks as required, responding to Customer inquiries, and ensuring 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 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 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 Customer.
• Check, correct, or replace a variety of complex aircraft assemblies, landing gear systems, air conditioning system, pressurization system, and optional equipment installations.
• Order and obtain parts necessary to effect aircraft repairs and assure that cores are returned in accordance with established procedure.
• Ensure documentation procedures are accomplished as required in FAR 43 and all other applicable FARs.
• Provide clear, concise, and accurate written reports in logs, inspection reports, and in parts identification for issue and return documents.
• Ensure all maintenance, preventive maintenance, alterations, or specialized services performed are in accordance with the Inspection System procedures as outlined in the Quality Control manual.
• Observe operation of mechanical systems during flight and troubleshoot problems for in-shop repairs if required.
• Communicate safety expectations of the Service Center and monitor the work environment to assure it is maintained in a safe and orderly condition.
• Identify and correct unsafe acts.
• Work as a member of a team focused on meeting customer expectations requiring mechanics and avionic technicians to assist each other as needed.
• Assist the Lead MST to ensure all equipment and tooling with the mobile service vehicle are inspected, properly maintained and/or serviced as required.
• Ensure the mobile service vehicle is in safe operating condition, all fluid levels are appropriate, tire pressures are correct, and all necessary inspections and repairs are completed.
• Must obtain a Textron-issued driver license and possess a valid state-issued driver license to operate Company-owned vehicles or vehicles under Textron control.

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.

Skills

• Use of arithmetic, blueprints, and specifications plus knowledge of jet and piston airframe and engine principals.
• 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).

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

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.