SUMMARY: The Aircraft Technicians are an integral part of our Maintenance team. Their experience, practical knowledge, creativity, and problem-solving skills will ensure that the aircraft are maintained in an airworthy and dispatch ready status at all times.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide line maintenance, line servicing and inspection level maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Ensure the work accomplished on any aircraft or component is in compliance with:
  • Applicable airworthiness standards and OEM instructions
  • Company Policies and Procedures
  • Regulated safety standards
• Ensure that all replacement parts are inspected, eligible, and properly certified prior to installation
• Ensure that removed parts are properly tagged and routed to quarantine
• Carry out maintenance, repair, modification and daily inspection of the company aircraft as detailed in the company maintenance control manual
• Complete and certify work reports for all work accomplished on the aircraft
• Follow company procedures as per the maintenance control manual using safe work practices
• Carry out both line and heavy maintenance activities in accordance with operational standards
• Carry out Independent Checks when authorized as per company policies and procedures
• Carry out Receiving Inspections when authorized, as per company policies and procedures
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.

 SKILLS AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven track record of success working on complex assignments requiring considerable judgment, initiative and technical/specialized knowledge 
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines while fostering a positive attitude. 
• Must have strong problem-solving abilities 
• Proficient in the English language with excellent verbal and written communication skills/ 
• Must be proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite 
• Must demonstrate safe and healthy workplace practices 
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. 
• Must be able to travel within the US and internationally. 
• Must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities of an Aircraft Technician II in daily work performance. 
• Must be able to work in various weather environments and conditions. 
• Must be able to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC) and not be barred from any installation. 
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance. 
• USAF 5 level or equivalent with progressive and documented experience. 

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• FAA Airframe and Power Plant (A&P) license/certification preferred. Preference will be given to candidates who hold this certification or are able to will obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Inspection Authorization (IA) certification a plus

EDUCATION AND/OR WORK EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED required
• A minimum of 7 years direct maintenance experience and training on F-16 aircraft.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

The Aircraft Technician II must be able to stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, sit, talk, walk, hear, see, and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  This position requires close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This role is performed around loud noises and hazardous chemicals with exposure to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risks of electrical shock.  

Disclaimer: This position requires the ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions as outlined in the job description. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities, as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be expected to meet qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards as part of the job requirements, with allowances where necessary under the ADA, FMLA, and other relevant laws.