Aircraft Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Chipton-Ross is seeking 10 Aircraft Production Technician C for a contract opportunity in Charleston, SC.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

Must be willing to work any shift.

Minimum 3 years Aerospace, Fabrication, or Manufacturing experience.

Minimum 2 years 737 OR 787 Program Experience.

1+ years of experience utilizing and following detailed work instructions, reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, or specifications.

Regular and predictable attendance is required.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Client is currently seeking an Aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul Technician (Level C) to and support Propulsion South Carolina Repair Station in Ladson SC, South Carolina.

In this position the selected candidate will perform complex production assembly operations on structural parts, mechanical assemblies, subassemblies and aircraft systems, equipment and accessories using manual or automated assembly tools. Performs rework and resolves high-risk non-conformances. Investigates product defects and plans, organizes, and completes large-scale removal and restoration processes with various stakeholders. Provides recommendations to improve production restoration methods, tools, and processes. Provides training and mentors others to enhance skills across the production system.

• Assembles, disassembles and/or modifies components by changing, removing or replacing to correct failures or implement changes.
• Documents procedures and established processes to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance (e.g., repairs, replacement, applicable modifications and inspection results). Oversees training.
• Models a culture of One Team, Pride and Ownership.
• Must have knowledge of general aircraft maintenance, livery application and environment processes (FOD control, tool control, health & safety).
• Removes and replaces components for repair or replacement to support product serviceability.
• Resolves and corrects routine problems during maintenance and overhaul of deliverable products.
• Oversees assembly, disassembly or overhaul functions to ensure adequacy, accuracy and thoroughness of product assembly, disassembly and overhauls.
• Measures and makes adjustments independently, using shims, lapping or other documented processes, to satisfy specifications and ensure correct tolerances are obtained.
• Identifies and assists engineering with discrepancies.
• Independently performs modifications to satisfy deliverable products.
• Understands and interprets required engineering drawings, instructions and technical specifications to advise less experienced technicians.
• Resolves and corrects routine and complex problems during modification of deliverable products.
• Ensures adequacy, accuracy and thoroughness of product modification.
• Adhere to FAA Part 145 Repair Station and Form 8130-3: Prep, Review, and Compliance.
• Follow FAA, company, and safety regulations.

Successful completion of training is a contingency for this assignment - OJT or formal classroom training.

Work statement is a non-managerial role, non-leadership role.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs., be on feet a lot of shifts.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Education/experience typically acquired through basic education (e.g. High School diploma/GED) and typically 4 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. vocational school/Associate+2 years' related work, Bachelor, etc.).

WORK HOURS: MUST BE OPEN TO WORKING 1st, 2nd or 3rd SHIFT.

PER CLIENT: Candidates who do not have the flexibility to work all shifts or variable shifts should not apply for this opportunity.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.
• Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.

Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations.