Aircraft Maintenance A & P Technician - Part Time
Reports to: Vice President of Maintenance Operations
Responsibilities:
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This position takes direction from the Maintenance Lead, and works in close partnership with the FAA,
Manufacturers, Pilots and other Aircraft Maintenance Mechanics and Avionics Technicians.
Ensures aircraft are maintained to airworthiness standards prescribed by applicable regulations,
airworthiness directives, company policies, and best practices.
Inspect, test, troubleshoot, adjust, and repair different business transport category aircraft airframes and
engines using hand tools and test equipment.
Inspect engines, landing gear, instruments, pressurized sections, accessories (brakes, valves, pumps and
air-conditioning systems), and other parts of the aircraft, and do the required maintenance and replacement
of parts as necessary.
Maintain the highest level of quality and integrity.
Adjust, repair or replace defective components based on analysis of test results, following blueprints,
schematics, handbooks and other technical documents
Use precision instruments and equipment to measure parts for wear, and repair or replace as required.
Repair sheet metal or composite surfaces, measure the tension of control cables, and check for corrosion,
distortion and cracks in the fuselage, wings and tail.
Conduct functional checks of aircraft systems/flight controls and make adjustments for optimal
performance.
Other duties as may be deemed necessary.
Requirements and Qualifications:
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Must hold a current valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant License (A&P) with no history of infractions.
Experience working under a FAA approved Part 145 repair station required and Part 135 experience is a
plus.
Inspection Authorization and/or FCC License is a plus.
Must be able to read and interpret aircraft maintenance manuals and specifications to determine feasibility
and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
Ability to quickly get up to speed in troubleshooting and repairing systems on aircraft airframe and
engine(s), including electrical, mechanical and hydraulic.
Versatility, flexibility, and willingness to work days, nights or weekends.
Superior customer focus, communication skills, and work ethic with a commitment to excellence.
Ability to perform complex sheet metal repairs and perform aircraft paint including N-numbers, stripes, and
aircraft surfaces is a plus.
To Apply:
Email resume and cover letter to employment@pentastaraviation.com with the subject line reading “A
and P Technician.”
We are an equal opportunity employer
4/21/2011