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Veteran's Aeronautical Repair Services Inc
Aviation Maintenance Technician
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What they do
An Aircraft or A & P Mechanic maintains and repairs different types of aircraft such as planes, jets or helicopters. Provides scheduled maintenance and inspections. May specialize in working on the frame, engine, electrical systems or other parts of an aircraft, or specialize in certain types of aircraft.
$72,000 / year median in Florida
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Header Job Overview Join our dynamic team as an Aviation Maintenance Technician and become a vital part of ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of aircraft. In this energetic role, you will perform comprehensive maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting on various aircraft systems, utilizing your mechanical, electrical, and avionics expertise. Your hands-on skills will directly contribute to maintaining the highest standards of aviation safety and compliance with industry regulations. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced aviation maintenance environment where your technical proficiency makes a real impact. Duties Conduct annual inspections, routine inspections and scheduled maintenance on aircraft airframes, engines, and systems in accordance with FAA regulations and company policies. Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and avionics issues using schematics, technical drawings, and diagnostic tools such as multimeters, ammeters, calipers, micrometers, and specialized industrial equipment. Perform repairs using hand tools, power tools, torque wrenches, welding equipment, soldering irons, and other specialized industrial tools to restore aircraft to optimal condition. Interpret technical drawings, schematics, CAD models (including CATIA and AutoCAD), and engineering troubleshooting documents to accurately diagnose issues. Utilize CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) software to document maintenance activities, parts usage, and compliance records efficiently. Fabricate or modify sheet metal components or structural parts using welding techniques and precision measuring instruments like calipers and micrometers. Ensure all work complies with industry standards such as AS9100 quality management system requirements and Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR). Assist in the calibration of precision measuring instruments such as ohmmeters and ammeters to maintain accuracy in diagnostics. Support heavy lifting operations with appropriate equipment while adhering to safety protocols for aircraft maintenance environments. Collaborate with engineering teams on assembly projects or equipment repairs that require detailed interpretation of schematics or CAD models. Qualifications