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Calspan LLC

Aircraft 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.

$75,371 / year median in New York

+15% projected growth

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Job Description

Overview Elevate Your Career with Calspan's Flight Operations Team At Calspan, we're at the forefront of innovation in aerospace, defense, and automotive technology. Our advanced testing services and breakthrough solutions help shape the future of flight. Join our Flight Operations Team, a premier full-service flight test organization based in a state-of-the-art 80,000 sq. ft. hangar at Niagara Falls International Airport (KIAG). Our dedicated team of experimental test pilots, engineers, mechanics, and technicians transforms bold ideas into airborne reality using our fleet of jet-powered testbeds. We are currently seeking a Aricraft Technician to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will provide critical technical support to engineering and testing operations by operating, troubleshooting, calibrating, and maintaining a wide range of test equipment and instrumentation. You will also perform basic circuitry design and modifications to support data acquisition, testing, and system performance requirements. Working closely with engineers and other technical personnel, you will help ensure test systems are operating accurately and efficiently while contributing to innovative aerospace programs in a fast-paced, high-tech environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on technician who enjoys problem-solving, precision work, and supporting cutting-edge testing and development activities. If you're passionate about technology, testing, and innovation, we'd love to hear from you! Responsibilities Perform inspections, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, and project installations and modifications to any FLTR aircraft assigned to support. Fabricate and/or modify electronic enclosures, panels, circuit boards and wire harnesses for FLTR applications. Work quality shall be to the acceptable level for aircraft installations where applicable. Support testing by efficiently operating equipment and ensuring accurate results and records. Provide technical assistance and resolution when electrical or engineering problems are encountered before, during, and after testing. Follow established quality assurance procedures with regard to all work performed on and associated with FLTR aircraft. Qualifications Preferred Education /
Experience:
AAS or Bachelors in related discipline 3+ years in related discipline or; A combination of education and experience equivalent to above Preferred Knowledge /
Ability:
Troubleshooting mechancial or electrical problems Electrical and electronic principles Perform operations and execute moderately complex test procedures for engineering, scientific, or real-time data acquisition Read and understand engineering plans and specifications Read drawings and troubleshoot Microsoft Office Why join Calspan? Be Calspan Culture At Calspan, we promote an environment that empowers employees and encourages innovation. Our management team enables a strong sense of teamwork with each endeavor, where successes are shared and lessons are learned. The company's talent brand, "Be Calspan", incorporates our company values to Be Inclusive, Accountable, and Innovative and our commitment to drive every individual to - Be Developed, Be Balanced, Be Connected, Be Community and Be Recognized. Our culture promotes a positive atmosphere and competitive can-do method of action. Great Benefits = Happy, Committed Employees Retaining great talent is as important as finding it, so at Calspan, we take our employee value proposition of Be Calspan quite seriously. To us, that means offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, recognition programs and promotional opportunities.
Our benefits include:
Health Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance/Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, 401(k), Hospital Coverage, Accident Coverage, Life Insurance Policy, Paid-Time Off, Company-paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty, Military Leave, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance Reimbursement , and Pet Insurance. Calspan is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Calspan supports safe and drug free workplace through pre-employment background checks and drug testing. The salary range provided is a general guideline. Actual pay will depend on several factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and other applicable qualifications. Calspan is committed to pay transparency in compliance with applicable state and local laws. All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. Salary Range (min) USD $25.00/Hr. Salary Range (max) USD $30.00/Hr.