AMT Accessory/Aircraft Mechanic

The role will be responsible for performing, assisting, advising on all MRO activities-specializing in hydraulics within the department.  

Maintenance, repair and overhaul activities include disassembly, cleaning, paint removal, inspection, creating bill of materials, rework/repair, reassembly, testing, diagnosing, and troubleshooting top level units, components, and related sub-assemblies.

Responsible for testing, troubleshooting, disassembly, inspection, disposition, rework and assembly complex electromechanical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic aircraft accessories ensuring compliance with all requirements relating to quality, safety, workmanship, functionality, performance, regulatory, internal and external requirements.

Read, understand, interpret, and comply with documented work instructions, component maintenance manual (CMM), service bulletins, technical orders, airworthiness directives, blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, specifications, customer requirements and/or other approved technical data in hard copy and electronic formats as needed to accomplish required tasks.

Ability to use basic to complex mechanical and electronic measuring and test equipment such as calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, depth gages, scales, Digital Multimeter. Ability to set up and use shop tools and equipment such as drills, grinders, common hand tools, special tools, drill press, hand shears, etc. as needed.

Identify, set up, configure and operate hydraulic, mechanical, electronic and electromechanical test equipment as required.  

Perform cleaning, abrasive blast, soldering, safety wire, wire crimp, marking, etching, painting operations as needed.

Comply with chemical safety data sheet (SDS) guidelines, general safety guidelines and procedures.

Completion of detailed and accurate maintenance reports and related documentation as required.

Essential Functions

• Following all policies, procedures, and requirements.
• Assist leadership with ensuring all work carried out on power and hydraulic systems are performed in accordance with all technical data.
• Ensure a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times (6S).
• Ensure positive control for all tools, tooling, fixtures and test equipment.
• Ensure all tools and equipment are calibrated and maintained as required.
• Comply with all FAR’s, Operations Specifications, RSMQCM, AS9110 and other internal and external regulatory requirements as required.
  
• Ensure all required technical data is available and complied with throughout the maintenance cycle.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are properly and completely documented as required.
• Transfer of WIP between work centers as needed.
• Identify and communicate risks to leadership.
• Review and ensure work order packages are complete and accurate throughout the maintenance cycle.
• Work across all functions to ensure priorities are communicated, WIP is completed per schedule, material needs are actioned.
• Identify material shortages and ensure appropriate action is taken.
• Communicate and take appropriate action for any work stoppage.
• Liaison with all support functions as necessary.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and information on company objectives, production strategies and support activities.
• Provide input for efficiency/continuous improvement.
• Maintain professional attitude and appearance.
• Develop the role as necessary.
• Work overtime as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
  

Competencies

• Communication Proficiency.
• Mechanical Capacity.
• Problem Solving/Analysis.
• Time Management.
• Highly Organized.
• High Level of Attention to Detail.
• Critical Thinking.
• Ability to Quickly Adapt to Change.
• Ability to Read, Interpret and Understand Complex Technical Data.
• Understand and Comply with Internal, External, Industry, and Regulatory Requirements (I.E. Company QMS, AS9100 / 9110, FAA/EASA).
• Intermediate PC Skills, Including MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Required Education or Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Five (5) years hydraulic mechanical maintenance experience.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in a Part 145 Repair Station performing maintenance, repair and overhaul of mechanical, electromechanical, hydraulic/pneumatic accessories. or
• Two (2) years technical Experience in related field.

Preferred Education or Experience

• Maintain A & P Certification or eligibility to obtain FAA Repairman Certificate within 180 days of hire. 
• Graduate from a technical school. 
  

Supervisory or Management Responsibility

• This position has no direct supervisory or management responsibilities.

Primary Work Environment

• Climate controlled primarily, occasionally not climate controlled;
• Shop/Warehouse;
• Occasional loud noises;
• Occasional fumes and particles;
• Frequent moving mechanical equipment and vibrations. 

Physical Demands

The following is representative of successfully performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be evaluated and appropriately implemented where possible to enable individuals with disabilities, or other limitations, improved comfort when performing duties.

• Hear;
• Lift, push, and pull objects (up to 50 pounds);
• Reach with arms and hands;
• Stand;
• Stretch;
• Talk;
• Use hands and fingers;
• Work off of ladders and or scissor lifts at heights up to 30 feet;
• View; and
• Walk

Expected Days and Hours

• Monday through Friday
  
  • First Shift - 8:00a.m. to 4:30p.m.

Open and able to work occasional overtime, weekends, and willing to rotate shifts as required dependent on workload.

Travel

• Travel is rarely expected for this position.

Required Personal Equipment/Tooling

• Basic shop tools.
• Protective steel-toed footwear. 

Other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required for job duties and responsibilities will be provided as necessary by Dow Aero, including protective eyewear, respirator, etc. 

Other Duties

Please be aware this job listing is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of job duties, responsibilities, and/or activities that are required. Actual assigned duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Dow Aero does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, and/or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Dow Aero will be based on merit, qualifications, and/or abilities.

Drug Screening

Any selected candidate for this role shall be screened, at minimum, for the unlawful use of the following drugs:

• Marijuana
• Cocaine
• Opioids
• Phencyclidine (PCP)
• Amphetamines

Screenings are conducted in accordance with federal, state, and/or other local laws. Results shall be collected and approved prior to starting with Dow Aero. Additionally, as this position includes safety-sensitive job functions, screenings will also be conducted in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.

Communication

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