Flight Mechanic B-AP

Flight Mechanic – A&P

We are hiring immediately for a Flight Mechanic – A&P.

In this role, you can expect to prepare multi-engine aircraft mechanically for flight tests and customer delivery. You'll also have the opportunity to expand your skill set and career growth by performing a variety of essential functions. Join us and be a crucial part of our dynamic aviation team!

• Install & Assemble
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  Install line shortage items, disassemble and reassemble components as needed
• System Checks
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  Perform functional checks on mechanical systems like engines, flight controls, fuel, oxygen, and hydraulics, making necessary adjustments for flight
• Instrument & Engine Testing
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  Set instruments, test run engines, rig and synchronize throttles, and set stops
• Flight Test Support
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  Address flight test and inspection issues, making necessary adjustments or corrections
• Assist & Guide
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  Assist senior mechanics with complex problems, guide and instruct lower classification mechanics
• Aircraft Taxiing
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  Taxi aircraft to check systems and components using various mechanic hand tools and equipment

• A high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level Work Keys certification is required
• An A&P license is required
• 3 years experience in diversified jet, turboprop or piston mod, phase inspection, engine troubleshooting experience or servicing under the guidance of a licensed A&P or at an FAA certified repair station is required
• A knowledge of aircraft mechanical systems and components is needed
• Equivalent trades training for use of arithmetic, blueprints, specifications, check lists, measuring instruments, testing devices, and following general instructions is needed
• Ability to work in somewhat disagreeable work conditions due to exposure to noise, weather, hydraulic fluid, MEK, alcohol and other liquids is needed

Your success is our success. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to help you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one.

• 401K company match + additional annual contribution equal to 4% of eligible compensation
• $3,000 annual lump sum payment eligibility per contract
• Annual cost of living adjustment up to $1,500 per contract
• Automatic increases of $0.30/hr every 3 months up to top of grade per contract
• Education assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, compensated at the start of the semester
• Flight training bonus program for earning pilot certifications
• Access to the onsite Textron Aviation Plane Wellness Center and Pharmacy

We're Here to Support You: We understand the hiring process can be overwhelming which is why our team is committed to assisting you at each stage. If you have questions, visit the Career & Learning Center located in Wichita, Kansas, where you’ll find answers and additional resources as you explore your career opportunities with us.