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Job description
Aircraft Maintenance Technician II
The Aircraft Maintenance Technician II is responsible for independently performing scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs to ensure the safety, reliability, and airworthiness of the company aircraft fleet. This fully proficient technical role applies comprehensive knowledge of company aircraft systems and department operations to diagnose and resolve complex maintenance issues within established procedures. The position provides technical assistance and training to less experienced technicians and contributes to maintenance and process improvements while ensuring compliance with FAA regulations, manufacturer specifications, and company safety requirements.
Job Responsibilities
Aircraft Maintenance & Repair
Independently perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance, inspections, functional tests, component replacements, and repairs in accordance with FAA regulations and manufacturer specifications.
Apply comprehensive knowledge of company aircraft systems and department operations to independently complete assigned maintenance activities.
Diagnose and resolve complex aircraft maintenance issues, with ability to determine when to escalate the most complex, unusual, or highly integrated system problems to Senior Technicians or other appropriate technical resources.
Conduct required aircraft inspections and determine appropriate maintenance actions within established procedures.
Ensure completed work meets manufacturer, regulatory, and company specifications
Troubleshooting & Diagnostics:
Independently troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, avionics, and other aircraft systems using appropriate diagnostic methods and equipment.
Select and use appropriate diagnostic tools, technical manuals, schematics, and other technical resources based on the maintenance issue.
Analyze aircraft system failures and determine appropriate corrective actions within established maintenance procedures.
Work directly with engineering, manufacturers, and other technical resources as needed to resolve aircraft maintenance issues.
Recognize complex or unusual system interactions requiring escalation to a Senior Technician or other specialized resource
Regulatory Compliance & Documentation :
Adhere to all aviation maintenance safety protocols and applicable FAA regulations, including FAA Parts 65, 43, and 91 requirements.
Independently complete all required FAA maintenance documentation, aircraft log entries, inspection records, and corrective-action documentation.
Ensure maintenance records accurately document discrepancies, corrective actions, component replacements, inspections, and return-to-service activities within the authority of the position.
Participate in audits, inspections, and quality assurance programs to maintain high safety and compliance standards.
Training & Continuous Improvement:
Provide technical assistance and training to less experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technicians as required.
Identify and recommend improvements to maintenance procedures, tools, workflows, and operating practices.
Lead or actively participate in maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives within assigned areas.
Continue aircraft-specific and OEM technical training to expand proficiency across the company fleet.
Perform additional relevant duties as assigned.
Experience
Minimum Four (4) years of aircraft maintenance experience
Experience independently troubleshooting and repairing aircraft systems required.
Experience in an MRO, airline, charter, corporate aviation, or similar aircraft maintenance environment
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Comprehensive knowledge of aircraft systems and maintenance operations.
Strong understanding of engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, avionics, and related aircraft systems.
Strong knowledge of FAA regulations and applicable aviation authority requirements.
Ability to independently read and interpret aircraft blueprints, schematics, maintenance manuals, and technical instructions.
Ability to select and effectively use appropriate diagnostic tools and methods.
Ability to independently diagnose complex aircraft maintenance issues and determine corrective actions within established procedures.
Ability to provide technical guidance and training to less experienced technicians.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to participate in an on-call rotation and respond to aircraft maintenance needs outside of regularly scheduled work hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as business needs require
Ability to travel as required
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required); college coursework or technical education in Aircraft Maintenance, Aviation Technology, or a related discipline preferred
Required Certifications: FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certification and the ability to successfully complete OEM General Familiarization training applicable to the company aircraft fleet required within a year; additional aircraft-specific OEM training preferred
Aircraft systems training, Lean Six Sigma or other continuous improvement training and/ or Leadership training a plus.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to typical risks of injury in an aviation (e.g. hangar, outside, office) environment.
Duties include a typical mechanic setting including extensive hands on work, including sitting, squatting, bending, kneeling or standing.
Lift, carry, push, or pull 50 lbs
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must adhere to the company's Code of Conduct and all other policies
Safety Requirements :
Actively participate in department Safety Management System and follow all departmental and company safety policies and programs.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Wayne-Sanderson does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person's veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.
Worksite address
oakwood, GA, 30566, US
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