Technician Level 2

Aerospace Quality Research and Development-145

Job Description: Technician Level 2

Classification: Non-Exempt

Pay: Hourly, plus benefits

Shift: 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (overtime, as needed)

Reports To: Repair Station Manager

Required Education and Experience:

• 3 years hands-on commercial and/or corporate aircraft, or Part 145 Repair Station experience, required.
• Line maintenance experience on multiple airframes within a Part 121 or Part 135, a plus.
• Strong understanding of Federal Aviation Regulations, Airworthiness Directives, Service Bulletins, and other FAA approved or acceptable data and its usage, required.
• Expertise in sheet metal repair, composite, and bonded parts to determine scope of work required, and materials required, with skill to accomplish proper repair, required.
• Flexibility to work changing shifts including on-call/AOG coverage to include nights and weekends; on as-needed or short notice basis, required.
• Experience in 1) structural assembly of aircraft components; 2) composite repairs, both prepreg and wet lay-up; or 3) metal to metal bonded repairs, strongly preferred; 4) Sheetmetal fabrication and repair.

Primary Duties:

• Communicate effectively with other maintenance personnel at all levels by keeping co-workers and leadership apprised of work progress and difficulties as they arise.
• Installation of aircraft fasteners is required (rivets, cherry rivets, hi-loks, etc).
• Responsible for executing work in accordance to task requirements and in line with AQRD’s Repair Station procedures and requirements, ensuring compliance to FAA/EASA or other applicable regulations, and in so doing delivering efficient high-quality work with safety being their uncompromised priority;
• Ensure all work is conducted in accordance with Company policies and all applicable regulatory requirements.
• Must adhere to all safety standards established by the Company and regulatory agencies.
• Perform work on customer aircraft or articles as requested.
• Ensure all repair requests are served in a timely and efficient manner.
• Ensure all technical data referenced for repairs is available and current.
• Interpret technical manuals, figures and drawings, as needed.
• Comply with Quality Assurance requirements as established in the RSMQCM, including accuracy of documentation such as materials used, calibrated tools used, and labor clocked to work orders.
• Consistently deliver excellence in job execution as an individual as well as a team player, ensuring high quality and efficient workmanship for on-time re-deliver of aircraft and/or aircraft components
• Ensure the work area and hangar is kept to the highest standards of safety and cleanliness.
• Always maintain a neat and clean work area conducive to employees’ well-being and safety.
• Report any incident immediately to the Quality & Safety Manager in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Confirm and maintain proper tagging of aircraft components, parts, and panels, assuring properly stored.

Abilities Requirements:

• Work is performed in and around an aviation hangar at an airport (attached to an office building); at times, the hangar may be hot/cold/dusty/load)
• Must be able to fluently read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License, with ability to drive on occasion to pick up or deliver a customer’s part.
• Ability to stand for most of shift.
• Frequently moving items, opening boxes system.
• Ability to lift, push/pull cart or parts and carry up to 25 lbs;
• Ability to climb a ladder.
• Ability to become certified on a forklift.
• Read, write, and count accurately.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite applications and ability to become efficient in company technology and software programs.
• Communicates in business-like manner with others within the company, and on behalf of the company.
• Must have strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Must have accurate and legible written and oral communication skills.
• Possess a drive/passion for the aerospace industry.
• High level of drive to grow within the repair-engineering world and the company.
• Works as a team member, highly organized, work well under stress and handle multiple priorities.
• Must be self-motivated, conscientious and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong organization skills.
• Punctual and reliable attendance is required.
• Accurate data entry is required.
• Ability to complete work efficiently and meet deadlines.
• Perform well under general supervision.
• Travel may be required occasionally, overnight or weekend.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.