The Aircraft Mechanic performs basic to advanced level skilled work such as removing and re-install, or replace, aircraft components and performs servicing of engines and aircraft accessories to ensure airworthiness according to customer specifications and FAA standards. Reads and complies with instructions and safety information as necessary for proper and safe completion of assigned work. For the AC Mechanic to be successful, one must have excellent manual dexterity and stamina, be detail oriented, and have a keen interest in mechanics and aircraft.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Services and repairs aircraft and engines to ensure airworthiness according to customer specifications and FAA standards.
• Removes and replaces aircraft components according to manufactures documentation.
• Identifies, removes, inspects and re-installs parts from the aircraft.
• Reads maintenance manuals to identify and locate aircraft components on the aircraft, and accurately implements instructions of maintenance manuals and drawings.
• Performs aircraft lubrications in accordance with customer and manufactures manuals.
• Removes and replaces filters, components and flight controls and performs operational/leak checks.
• Performs repairs on noted discrepancies, and effectively researches manufacturer’s manual for appropriate repair procedures prior to performing repairs.
• Proficient in Flightstar’s integrated operating systems relating to locating parts, alternate part numbers, requesting parts and verifying effectivity of parts.
• Uses basic hand tools or equipment to perform skilled manual and technical work.
• Lifts and carries hand tools, parts, and work materials; ascends and descends ladders and platforms; and frequently works in a variety of positions such as stooping, kneeling or squatting.
• Follows safety procedures and wears/uses appropriate safety equipment for the work being performed.
• Follows instructions and Flightstar’s standard operating procedures. Responsible for remaining current on all required training regarding aircraft maintenance and safety standards to personnel assigned to him/her as apprentices, if any.
• Communicates effectively in English regarding work activities, per FAA requirements.
• Prepares and maintains basic records such as work order and non-routine task card documentation, logs, and time and material records, as instructed.
• Possesses working knowledge of ATA Codes (Chapter and Subchapters) as well as aircraft zones, narrow body airframe familiarization, and industry standards.
• Reads instructions and safety information as necessary for proper and safe completion of assigned work. Signs off aircraft maintenance paperwork as ‘Qualified Mechanic’ upon meeting all regulatory and customer program requirements.