What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aircraft Maintenance Technician position at DCT Aviation?
An Aircraft Mechanic Technician supports the daily needs of the maintenance operations of the our fleet which includes our King Air B200, and Citation XL's, and Piper Aircraft Training Fleet.
Responsibilities:
- This position reports directly to the Director of Maintenance, 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 and Qualifications:
- Must hold a current valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant License (A&P) with no history of infractions.
- 2 to 5 years’ experience is preferred.
- Factory or equivalent training on corporate aircraft
- Experience working under a FAA approved Part 135 experience preferred.
- 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.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Waterford, MI 48327: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)
Experience:
- Aircraft maintenance: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Airframe & Powerplant License (Required)
Work Location: In person