Location: Springfield,IL, USA
Build an Aviation Career You're Proud Of
Build your career with integrity by working at a company that doesn't just treat you like a number. You'll get the tools to do things right in a clean and safe work environment and the trust to fix any issue that comes your way. Our on-the-job training and team of experts mean you'll be set up for success.
Take charge of our day-to-day operations, so we remain the trusted source for aviation repair and maintenance. Work with your team to implement the right processes and practices across our organization to help ensure flight and product efficiency and quality.
As an Aircraft Mechanic III, you will be responsible for performing routine maintenance, and major inspections on corporate aircraft. Trouble-shooting, repair, and modification of aircraft components will be accomplished in this position. In addition, engine removal and reinstallation, operational checks, leak checks, and engine runs are all within the responsibility of the Mechanic
What you'll do:
* Accomplishes Service Bulletins, Repair Letters and Airworthiness Directive as required.
* Reads and interprets maintenance manual procedures, blueprints, technical manuals and schematic diagrams when required.
* Document all work accomplished in a clear, concise and accurate manner.
* Responsible for knowing, understanding, following, promoting and continuously improving company policies and procedures.
* Utilizes mechanics hand tools, precision measuring instruments, gauges and calibration test equipment.
* May perform other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements:
* Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
* Possess a valid FAA approved Airframe license
* Minimum of 3 years' experience in Aviation.
* Must have the ability and experience to be eligible to acquire delegated inspection authority status.
* Must have proven mechanical and technical aptitude; experience using a variety of hand and/or power tools.
* Analytical skills required to perform complex mechanical troubleshooting.
* Strong communication skills required, both verbal and written.
* Ability to lift up to 60 pounds, walk, bend, stretch, and climb ladders.
* Ability to think clearly, speak intelligibly on the telephone and in person.
* Ability to manipulate equipment of all sizes, tools, computer keyboards, and telephones.
* The ability visually inspect and disassemble
* The ability to hear to detect the sources of problems.
* Excellent hand-to-eye coordination
* Possess exceptional interpersonal and verbal skills in order to interface with customers and employees.
Preferred Requirements:
* Corporate aviation experience preferred on: Dassault Falcon Jet, Bombardier (Challenger and Global), Gulfstream and Hawker.
* Aviation training preferred. This training may take the form of military training, aeronautical academy or technical school training and/or an Aviation Associates Degree.
Benefits that make life better:
* Comprehensive Healthcare
* 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
* Paid Time Off starting on day one
* Bonus opportunities
* Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
* Short- & Long-Term Disability
* Life & AD&D Insurance
* Learning & Training opportunities