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Aircraft Maintenance Technician (HPN)

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Areas of operation

United States

Job Description

About the Company Flexjet is a global leader in private aviation, offering access to an ultramodern fleet of private aircraft through fractional ownership, leasing and jet cards. Employees across North America and Europe work to provide Flexjet aircraft owners with the finest experience in premium private jet travel. Role Overview Flexjet, an award-winning organisation, is looking for an experienced, certified Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) responsible for routine inspections, troubleshooting and repairs covering airframe structures, engines and aircraft systems, making repairs and conducting tests to keep equipment operating efficiently and safely. Please note this position will require working nights. The position is located in White Plains, New York. Key Responsibilities Perform all airframe and powerplant repairs and modifications required to meet company and FAA requirements Remove and disassemble defective parts; assemble and install replacement parts and test aircraft systems Operate all power tools and equipment necessary to accomplish job assignments Complete all required maintenance records accurately, including accurate reporting of times taken to complete assigned tasks Support all company policies and safety programmes, including OSHA and EPA regulations Interpret technical manuals, drawings and blueprints Maintain a clean and neat work area Demonstrate professionalism and deliver satisfaction to internal and external customers Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned Licences & Qualifications FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) licence required Good working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) Parts 145, 135 and 121 Experience 2-4 years of directly related aviation experience (corporate aircraft experience preferred) At least 2 years of fleet-type experience desired Sheet metal experience preferred but not required Requirements Highly motivated, able to work effectively under pressure and time constraints Ability to multi-task within a team environment Strong working knowledge of Windows and MS Office programs Proven inspection competencies Detail-oriented and well organised, with excellent communication skills and a positive attitude Specialised aircraft tooling is furnished by the company What We Offer Starting pay rate: $40.92 - $50.62 per hour, based on experience Additional Information Work environment: frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration; occasional exposure to extreme weather conditions. Noise levels in the work environment and at job sites can be loud. Physical demands: regularly required to talk or hear; frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms; occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Must frequently lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements include close, distance, colour and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Flexjet is an equal-opportunity employer, seeking individuals of the highest integrity who show genuine concern for customers and fellow employees and who understand the importance of trust in the employer/employee relationship.

Requirements

  • Perform all airframe and powerplant repairs and modifications required to meet company and FAA requirements
  • Remove and disassemble defective parts; assemble and install replacement parts and test aircraft systems
  • Operate all power tools and equipment necessary to accomplish job assignments
  • Complete all required maintenance records accurately, including accurate reporting of times taken to complete assigned tasks
  • Support all company policies and safety programmes, including OSHA and EPA regulations
  • Interpret technical manuals, drawings and blueprints
  • Maintain a clean and neat work area
  • Demonstrate professionalism and deliver satisfaction to internal and external customers
  • Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned
  • FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) licence required
  • Good working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) Parts 145, 135 and 121
  • 2-4 years of directly related aviation experience (corporate aircraft experience preferred)
  • At least 2 years of fleet-type experience desired
  • Sheet metal experience preferred but not required
  • Highly motivated, able to work effectively under pressure and time constraints
  • Ability to multi-task within a team environment
  • Strong working knowledge of Windows and MS Office programs
  • Proven inspection competencies
  • Detail-oriented and well organised, with excellent communication skills and a positive attitude
  • Specialised aircraft tooling is furnished by the company
  • Starting pay rate: $40.92 - $50.62 per hour, based on experience