The A&P Mechanic will be responsible for performing maintenance, repairs, inspections, and alterations of Company operated aircraft and articles as assigned in accordance with SkySkopes’ policies and procedures. Ensures company operational goals and objectives are met, while guaranteeing all aircraft maintenance documentation is executed in compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, company policies and procedures, and applicable maintenance manuals. The A&P Mechanic will report to the Director of Maintenance.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Ensures the safety of company aircraft, including but not limited to airworthiness, regulatory compliance, sound maintenance practices, processes and operations.
• Ensures all aircraft maintenance documentation is executed in compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, company policies and procedures, and applicable maintenance manuals to include specific chapters
• Actively participates in the continuous improvement of the company’s Safety Management System (SMS) and is familiar with the SMS policies, processes, and procedures
• Maintains work area in a clean and professional manner
• Performs all other related duties as trained and/or assigned
• Complete required logbook entries and ensure all appropriate return to service documentation is collected and filed.
• Responsible for correcting compliance or safety issues when directed.
• Responsible for advising the Chief Pilot of any maintenance issues that would take an aircraft out of service.
• Request aviation parts and supplies to maintain an adequate and orderly inventory of all stock items to ensure prompt repairs for operational readiness.
• Represent SkySkopes in customer facing meetings and able to articulate our maintenance program.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Electrical troubleshooting
• Ability to read and understand various documents such as 337’s, Service Bulletins, AD’s, etc.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced, constantly changing environment
• Ability to be a team player with a professional attitude
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including overtime
• Efficient in the use of electronic or paper-based manuals and able to navigate through vendor data to find necessary information
• Ability to apply creativity and problem-solving skills in troubleshooting work
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in handling sensitive company and customer information
• Ability to professionally interact with clients, the public, contractors, and other employees
• Effective oral/written communication skills
• Proficient using the most current software; Microsoft Office suite; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 2+ years of maintenance experience
• Experience working with Piston Engines
• FAA A&P License in good standing
• Ability to pass a background and drug screen
• Valid Driver’s License

Preferred Experience:

• Factory airframe/power plant schools
• FAR 135 operations
• Experience working with Cessna single engine, and Citation, preferred.
• Inspection Authorization (IA)

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit and use computers and power tools
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work long periods including evenings and weekends