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Pentastar Aviation

Aircraft Maintenance Mechanic

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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.

$74,340 / year median in Michigan

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Description:
An A & P Aircraft Maintenance Mechanic supports the daily needs of the maintenance operations of the customer and ensures an outstanding experience by providing top-level service at Pentastar Aviation.
Responsibilities:
This position reports directly to the Maintenance Supervisor and works in close partnership with the FAA, manufacturers, pilots, and other Aircraft Maintenance Mechanics and Avionics Technicians. Ensures aircraft are maintained to airworthiness standards prescribed by applicable regulations, airworthiness directives, company policies, and best practices. Inspect, test, troubleshoot, adjust, and repair different business transport category aircraft airframes and engines using hand tools and test equipment. Maintain the highest level of quality and integrity. Adjust, repair, or replace defective components based on analysis of test results, following blueprints, schematics, handbooks, and other technical documents. Use precision instruments and equipment to measure parts for wear, and repair or replace as required. Other duties as may be deemed necessary.
Requirements:
Requirements and Qualifications:
Must hold a current valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant License (A&P) with no history of infractions and recent A&P experience on turbine-powered aircraft considered a plus. 3 to 10 years' experience is preferred. Experience working under an FAA-approved Part 145 repair station required and Part 135 experience required. Inspection Authorization and/or FCC License a plus. Must be able to read and interpret aircraft maintenance manuals and specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components. Ability to work with little supervision to troubleshoot and repair systems on aircraft airframe and engine(s), including electrical, mechanical and hydraulic. Versatility, flexibility, will be important as the schedule could include days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Superior customer focus, communication skills, and work ethic with a commitment to excellence. PIac806d7b4c7a-25404-37274651