Contract A&P Technician

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY Seeking Contractor Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Technician in a commercial MRO setting is responsible for performing comprehensive maintenance, repair, and overhaul services on commercial aircraft or components to ensure safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance. This role supports high-volume operations and tight turnaround schedules, requiring precision, efficiency, and adherence to FAA and OEM standards. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Performs routine inspections or special maintenance to prevent failures of aircraft mechanical systems and components; performs complete operations checks on hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, plumbing, precision assemblies, rigging and controls, etc. Determines when a component should be repaired or replaced; decides upon necessary repair scheme, quantity and type of parts needed to accomplish proper repair; secures necessary parts from Stores or departmental supplies. Repairs, reworks, and modifies worn or defective assemblies, making alterations or changes to units when necessary. Follows approved maintenance procedures for subject component or system, consulting internal procedures that have been FAA approved, original equipment manufacturers (OEM's) technical data, and work package instructions. Consults the Maintenance Lead if technical assistance is needed during the repair process. Inspects completed work before signing off to identify any needed rework; performs rework; ensures that repaired components meet prescribed standards and tolerances. Performs serviceability tests on repaired components/systems using test equipment specified by the original equipment manufacturer. Completes work package documentation by signing/stamping after finishing all designated operations. Submits completed/in-progress work to Maintenance Lead for review; submits to Quality Control for final/in-progress inspection and re-certification of airworthiness. Provides Manager with performance statistics and other operational data, as requested. Properly accounts for time and materials used in all inspection and maintenance activities. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Education: High School/ GED Airframe or Airframe & Powerplant License Experience: Required: Airframe & Powerplant License. Recommended five plus years’ experience in the repair or maintenance of aircraft, general aviation aircraft, aircraft component repair and or overhaul, or aviation military experience. Preferred three years plus of actual and recent depot level aircraft maintenance and repair experience, (repair of mechanical systems, components, hydraulics, pneumatics, plumbing, rigging etc.); proficiency with interpretation of original equipment manufacturer’s technical data or work package instructions; experience using power or pneumatic hand tools. Experience may be credited from other related industries as determined by the hiring manager. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Assignments require Comprehensive Knowledge of all possible tasks and responsibilities within their Technical Area. Skills are broadly applied in multiple Technical Areas. Knowledge of machines and tools, including their uses, repairs and maintenance. Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. Skilled with repairing, troubleshooting, installing and equipment maintenance. Knowledge of FAA requirements for aircraft maintenance procedures Ability to interpret and comprehend manufacturer and FAA approved work package instructions; ability to inspect and install parts/components. Working Conditions / Environment/ Special Requirements Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations. As required by the position, must have the ability to wear a respirator as per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 "Respirator Protection" regulations with no restrictions that would prevent the proper use and/or seal of the respirator. Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts if required Employees will be subject to the random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations Embraer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.