Weekend Technician Level 2

Aerospace Quality Research and Development-145

Job Description: Weekend Technician Level 2

Classification: Non-Exempt

Pay: Hourly, plus benefits

This position's schedule requires Friday – Monday, 4–10-hour shifts. 5:00 am -3:30 pm

Reports To: 145 Repair Station Manager

Minimum Education and Experience:

• 3 plus years hands-on commercial and 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:

• 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
• At all times, maintain a neat and clean work area conducive to employees’ well-being and safety
• Report any incident immediately to Quality & Safety in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Confirm and maintain proper tagging of aircraft components, parts and panels, assuring properly stored
• Perform other duties as assigned within the job classification and nature of the business

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, count, and write 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 infrequently, overnight or weekend

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.