Contract Aircraft Mechanic

We are seeking a highly qualified Contract Aircraft Mechanic. The ideal candidate will have exceptional leadership skills, work well with flight crews and leadership, and be an experienced Aircraft Mechanic.

Well-qualified candidates will have private jet experience, impeccable customer service skills, and solid work history. The ideal candidate will also have a solid understanding of business aviation, have a strong work ethic, pay close attention to detail, and adapt to new technology.

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Base: Lakeland, Florida

Responsibilities

The Contract Aircraft Mechanic will perform a variety of aircraft modifications and maintenance functions on Turbine aircraft including advanced troubleshooting, removal, and installations of airframe components, landing gear, engine components, electrical components, control systems and any other maintenance requirements required to return aircraft to service.

• Must be able to communicate effectively with scheduling, flight crews, Technical Support, vendors, and leadership.

• Perform maintenance and servicing of all aircraft mechanical and avionics systems.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work independently to perform assigned maintenance and avionics tasks.
• Responsible to coordinate/order, receive and inspect all tooling and materials needed to service the aircraft, prior to use/installation.
• Arranges the shipment of all core units and tooling back to the proper location.

• Properly completes work order sign-offs, logbook entries, shift turnovers, expense reports and all other paperwork in a timely manner.
• Ensures that all work accomplished meets quality standards, maintenance manual and company policies.
• Establishes and maintains a professional working relationship and promotes the brand positively when interacting with others.
• Properly identifies (tags) parts and equipment. Stores aircraft components and other property securely and safely.
• Operates and supervises use of special support equipment used in removal and installations of major components.

• Coordinates with Line Service and FBO ops to schedule movement of aircraft and assist with movement of aircraft.
• Provides regular updates on aircraft status and all support activity to leadership, as needed. 
• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to deal with stressful situations and timelines while maintaining a professional attitude.
• Assists in training new/junior employees.
• Responsible for maintaining company training requirements.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant license *Required*
• Valid Driver’s License required
• 2+ years combined experience in inspection, maintenance, or servicing of corporate-type aircraft *Required*
• Experience on Challenger 300 *Required*

• Advanced knowledge of inspection and maintenance procedures for the noted aircraft models and systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Inspector Authorization Qualified

Benefits

This position offers competitive pay and benefits.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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