A&P Mechanic

A&P Mechanic

Title: A&P Mechanic - Helicopter Position Status: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Regular hours are Monday - Friday between the hours of 7:30am - 4:00 pm. Employees may need to adjust work hours during surge situations.

Job Description

The A&P Mechanic performs inspections, maintenance, repairs and or alterations in a Part 145 and Part 135 setting. The responsibilities encompass a wide range of tasks related to aircraft maintenance, of medium lift and observation helicopters, with a focus on MD, Bell, and Leonardo, Augusta helicopters.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspects and repairs aircraft, components, and systems per FAA regulations, OEM manuals, and Axxeum's Part 145 RSQCM.
• Provides lower-level technicians guidance in aircraft repair and technical inspection techniques and procedures, according to directives, technical manuals, work standards, and operational policies.
• Prepares evaluations, special reports, and records pertaining to aircraft maintenance repair and related activities.
• Troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft systems and subsystems including but not limited to instrumentation, avionics, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, hydraulics, engines, auxiliary power unit, ventilation, and heating systems.
• Update and maintain maintenance manuals, service bulletins, parts books, regulatory updates, and other technical directives.
• Assist in coordinating, ordering, shipping, receiving of parts, supplies, tools, and warranty claims parts.
• Clean and maintain interior and exterior of aircraft.
• Assist in coordination of aircraft maintenance schedules.
• Maintain upkeep of work area, materials, and tools.
• Prepare and maintain documentation related to work activities in accordance with regulations and policy.
• Ensure all maintenance is accomplished and documented correctly IAW FAA regulations.
• Regularly utilizes hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment.
• Work may require international travel.
• Performs other tasks as needed.

Education, Experience and Qualifications

• Must have at least five (5) years of experience in rotary wing maintenance, civil and or military.
• Must have Aviation mechanic certificate with Airframe and Power Plant (A&P) ratings.
• Must have experience returning aircraft to service IAW part 43 using OEM logbooks or aftermarket maintenance software.
• MD 500 experience highly desired.
• Inspection Authorization is a plus.
• At least one (1) year of experience working in a part 145 Repair Station.
• Avionics installation and troubleshooting experience including autopilots, GPS, Radios, and communication equipment desired.
• Experience performing with 411 and 91.413 inspections desired.
• Should have High School Diploma or equivalent; Technical or Military School is desired.
• Must be capable of passing a drug screen and is subject to random drug tests under Axxeum's Air Carrier and Air Agency Certificate.
• Must have working knowledge of aviation publications including electronic manuals, drawings, blueprints, diagrams, and schematics.
• May be asked to perform Hazardous Flight duties as crewmember/non-crewmember/crew chief.
• Must demonstrate positive, polite, and professional behavior always when dealing with co- workers, customers, and all levels of management.
• Must have the ability to communicate using clear, concise, and accurate English; both verbal and written are required.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Position may require typing and reading from a computer screen. Must have sufficient mobility to include but not limited to bending, reaching, climbing, turning, and kneeling to complete daily duties in a timely and efficient manner. Walking moderate to long distances may be required. Must be able to lift/carry/push/pull/move items frequently over 20 pounds. Occasionally required to lift/carry/push/pull/move heavy objects up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

The environmental characteristic for this position is an aircraft hangar, warehouse setting, office setting and/or outdoors. Candidates should be able to adapt to environments listed. There may be momentary exposure to high noises, exposure to chemicals and cleaning agents, and Personal Protection Equipment may be required for certain tasks. This position requires being able to work comfortably outdoors and may be exposed to hot/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.

Axxeum, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. The company will provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person will be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or state law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment and all policies of the company.

At the time of hiring, employees are required to sign a written statement acknowledging that they are employed at the will of the company and are subject to termination at any time, for any reason, with or without notice, and with or without cause. Employees who do not have an individualized written employment contract or a collective bargaining agreement are employed at the will of the company and are subject to termination at any time, for any reason, with or without cause or notice. At the same time, these employees may terminate their employment at any time for any reasons.

A background check and drug screen is required for this position.