Flight Mechanic Engineer

Job Description

About the Company At Eastern Air Express, curiosity and excitement for growth go a long way. The airline was launched by seekers, adventurers and above all fliers, and its rich legacy and pioneering spirit are still evident in the team today. An open-hearted attitude, respect for the people it flies and attention to detail are what set Eastern Air Express apart from its competitors. Role Overview This is a full-time position reporting to the Director of Maintenance and interacting with the Director of Operations, the Chief Pilot, Systems Operations Control staff and company flight crews. Responsibilities cover the day-to-day aircraft maintenance needs of the company across a variety of maintenance tasks on company aircraft and engines. The successful candidate will demonstrate thorough knowledge and understanding of all FAR aircraft maintenance requirements, have good communication skills and reflect the values and culture of the company while working with flight crews in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities Perform aircraft maintenance per manufacturers' recommendations and adhere to approved procedures and data Meet aircraft at transit stations, check aircraft maintenance logs and respond to discrepancies entered in the logbook Perform routine and non-routine maintenance on aircraft Reference the Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Illustrated Parts Catalog, Structural Repair Manual, Component Maintenance Manuals and wiring diagrams to perform work on aircraft Complete required paperwork accurately using the procedures set out in the General Maintenance Manual (GMM) Use only approved and certified hardware, parts and equipment on aircraft Promote teamwork among maintenance personnel and flight crews Help maintain facilities and equipment as directed by the leadership team Uphold safety and security procedures and awareness Obtain additional qualifications through training and education as needed Other duties as assigned Licences & Qualifications Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate required High school diploma, GED or higher required Ability to pass an assessment demonstrating basic knowledge of line maintenance under Part 121 operations Experience Two (2) years' experience on commercial aircraft in a Part 121 environment Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite and the internet Familiarity with accessing online aircraft manuals Requirements Ability to travel to airport and aircraft field locations with little or short notice; travel will be required Ability to drive tugs, trucks, taxi aircraft, lift trucks, snorkel lifts, boom lifts, tractors and other maintenance vehicles Effective oral and written communication Ability to crawl, bend, kneel, climb and stoop frequently in confined spaces, and to work in elevated areas Ability to work under pressure and multi-task in a dynamic team environment Valid driver's licence and a driving record from your state of primary residence that meets the company's insurance standards Active passport Pass a two (2) year drug and alcohol background check, a pre-employment drug test and a criminal history records check (CHRC) Eligible to work in the United States Work includes outdoor work in seasonal weather; schedule bid by seniority (days, swings or midnight shift, holidays) Extremely strenuous physical work, sometimes involving objects in excess of seventy (70) to one hundred (100) pounds Additional Information Eastern Air Express is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

• Perform aircraft maintenance per manufacturers' recommendations and adhere to approved procedures and data
• Meet aircraft at transit stations, check aircraft maintenance logs and respond to discrepancies entered in the logbook
• Perform routine and non-routine maintenance on aircraft
• Reference the Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Illustrated Parts Catalog, Structural Repair Manual, Component Maintenance Manuals and wiring diagrams to perform work on aircraft
• Complete required paperwork accurately using the procedures set out in the General Maintenance Manual (GMM)
• Use only approved and certified hardware, parts and equipment on aircraft
• Promote teamwork among maintenance personnel and flight crews
• Help maintain facilities and equipment as directed by the leadership team
• Uphold safety and security procedures and awareness
• Obtain additional qualifications through training and education as needed
• Other duties as assigned
• Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate required
• High school diploma, GED or higher required
• Ability to pass an assessment demonstrating basic knowledge of line maintenance under Part 121 operations
• Two (2) years' experience on commercial aircraft in a Part 121 environment
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite and the internet
• Familiarity with accessing online aircraft manuals
• Ability to travel to airport and aircraft field locations with little or short notice; travel will be required
• Ability to drive tugs, trucks, taxi aircraft, lift trucks, snorkel lifts, boom lifts, tractors and other maintenance vehicles
• Effective oral and written communication
• Ability to crawl, bend, kneel, climb and stoop frequently in confined spaces, and to work in elevated areas
• Ability to work under pressure and multi-task in a dynamic team environment
• Active passport
• Pass a two (2) year drug and alcohol background check, a pre-employment drug test and a criminal history records check (CHRC)
• Eligible to work in the United States

Benefits

• Valid driver's licence and a driving record from your state of primary residence that meets the company's insurance standards