A&P Mechanic

Job Title:

A&P Mechanic

Reports To:

Production ManagerFLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Department:
Maintenance

Location:

Various

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Aircraft Mechanic services, repairs and modifies aircraft structures, structural components, flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components. High school diploma or equivalent required. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe & Power Plant (A&P) license is required. Under minimal supervision, services and repairs aircraft airframe, engine, components and sub-systems, in accordance with company standards and applicable FAA regulations and predetermined company processes and procedures.

Provides technical assistance and guidance to other mechanics with less experience, as directed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Troubleshoot, repair, replace, and modify aircraft structures, components and associated equipment. This includes the rigging of flight controls, engines and propellers as applicable.

Read and interpret original equipment manufacturer (OEM) technical manuals, service bulletins, airworthiness directives, local directives and other specifications to determine FAA approved maintenance requirements, methods and procedures.

Examine engines for component damage and security, heat damage and fluid leaks.

Inspect turbine blades to detect foreign object damage (FOD), material wear or failure through visual and borescope.

Conduct testing of engine operation to locate source of malfunction and performs operational checks.

Replace worn, damaged and failed components, such as fuel controls and starter/generators.

Perform miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including but not limited to, change and/or inspect fuel and oil filters, cleaning screens, aircraft lubrication, and wheel and tire maintenance. Charge and service Nicad batteries, aircraft, and engine compressor wash, clean and service on-board water and sanitation systems. Mix paint and apply for touch-up of aircraft and components.

Maintain aircraft maintenance documentation to the Customer, FAA and King Aerospace’s standards. This includes the use of aviation maintenance management software as provided.

Comply with all safety requirements and use all mandated safety equipment in accordance with the Customer, OSHA and King Aerospace’s requirements.

Assist coworkers to successfully perform job duties and functions when necessary.

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned based on experience, qualifications, and business needs.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

Required:

High school diploma or GED required.

Required:

Five (5) years of experience in the field consistent with the requirements set forth in

Essential Duties and Responsibilities .

Required:

Valid and current FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License.

Required:

Five (5) years of aircraft maintenance experience as a licensed A&P mechanic. Years for military aviation maintenance experience may be used in combination with licensed A&P experience to meet the five (5) year requirement.

Required:

Two to three years of Boeing 737NG hands on MPD task experience. Boeing 737NG Gen Fam course preferred but not required. Familiar with Boeing AMM, IPC, and SB’s.

Required:

Valid state driver’s license.

Required:

Must have the ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance, Active Security Clearance preferred.

COMMUNICATION SKILLSAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules,…