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They are currently recruiting for a Lead Aircraft Mechanic in Laramie, WY.
What Is In It For You
Salary: $88,000 yearly
Position Type: Permanent - Full-time
Benefits: Medical, Dental, 401K, Disability, Company-provided Life Insurance
Purpose of the Lead Aircraft Mechanic
Essential Duties of The Lead Aircraft Mechanic
- Maintain knowledge of and follow all applicable aviation regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations.
- Produce and maintain all applicable FAA certification documentation of all modifications, maintenance, major repairs, major alterations, field approvals, and supplemental type certificates installed on university aircraft in the appropriate aircraft logbook within the limits of the individual’s licensed authority.
- Perform maintenance and modification work as Lead Aircraft Mechanic, performing service, troubleshooting, repair, overhaul, inspection, testing, and general preventive maintenance to ensure the airworthiness of aircraft.
- To ensure flight safety and readiness, coordinate schedules with flight operations, provide timely maintenance schedules for work done internally or by outside personnel.
- Establish maintenance safety rules and procedures.
- Design, fabricate, and install equipment on research aircraft.
- Maintain spare parts and ground support equipment inventory; purchase equipment and supplies as directed.
- Perform required maintenance inspections per OEM maintenance manuals.
- Responsible for AOG aircraft and returning aircraft to service.
- Assist with budget planning; prepare cost studies.
- Oversee work performed by others on the aircraft or general hangar operations.
- Attention to Detail
- Consistency
- Technical/Professional Knowledge
- Work Prioritization & Management
- Quality Orientation
- Safety Awareness
- Integrity
- Independence
- Functional lead: assigns, trains, schedules, or oversees the work of others.
EDUCATION: Vocational School, On-the-Job Experience, or Associate’s Degree
EXPERIENCE: 5 years of work-related experience, including at least 2 years experience with King Air series aircraft.
LICENSURES, CERTIFICATIONS, REGISTRATIONS, OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy.
- Federal Aviation Administration Airframe License andPower Plant Mechanic's License
- Federal Aviation Administration Inspection Authorization certification
- Experience completing Major Repairs and Alterations (Airframe, Powerplant, Propeller, or Appliance)
- 9 years of work-related experience
- Special mission aircraft experience
- Experience interacting with FAA Designated Engineering Representatives (DER)
- Familiarity with Major Alterations using DER-approved data
- Repair station experience
- Formal maintenance training with King Air B200/B300
- Experience with electronic logbooks (Sierra Trax, CAMPS) and weight & balance records (Tdata)
Travel Requirements:
This position involves working on national and international field projects with occasional hours outside the normal workday, including evenings, weekends, and occasional travel throughout the year.
Working Conditions:
Aircraft hangar environment: regularly exposed to dirt, dust, noise, fumes, odors, confined spaces, and poor lighting; subject to fire, mechanical, and chemical hazards.
If you are interested in the Lead Aircraft Mechanic job in Laramie, WY, apply today!
This vacancy is being advertised by Total Aviation Staffing, LLC. The services advertised by Total Aviation Staffing, LLC are those of an Employment Agency.
