Aircraft Maintenance Technician (A&P)

Aircraft Maintenance TechnicianDiscover Your Future with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University!Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and AerospaceWith vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL and Prescott, AZ, plus a Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations, Embry-Riddle stands as the world's largest aviation and aerospace university. For over 95 years, we've been pioneering education in STEM fields, serving over 11,600 residential students and 19,200 globally in the 2023-24 academic year. Explore our cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space.The Opportunity:The Fleet Aircraft Maintenance department at our Daytona Beach campus is currently accepting applications for an Aircraft Maintenance (A&P) Technician.The Aircraft Maintenance Technician will perform authorized maintenance, preventive maintenance, rebuilding, and alterations and returns to service university aircraft in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations, manufacturers' requirements, and the highest quality industry standards. Use the methods, techniques, and practices prescribed in the current manufacturer's maintenance manual or instructions to ensure continued airworthiness of aircraft, engines, propellers, and appliances in accordance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations. Oversight provided by management, senior technicians, and mentors to provide ongoing development and progress in pursuit of autonomy of responsibilities to meet ERAU standards.The Aircraft Maintenance Technician will accomplish Scheduled Maintenance and quickly respond to unscheduled maintenance requirements. Support and assist the Shift Manager in the accomplishment of the overall maintenance effort. Perform unscheduled maintenance on all University aircraft on ERAU flight line including weekends and holidays. Report defective shop equipment or equipment requiring certification to the Shift Manager.The Aircraft Maintenance Technician will complete all necessary entries in appropriate maintenance forms, work orders, internal inspection forms, malfunction and defect reports, and aircraft logbooks while under supervision. Become thoroughly familiar with the requirements of the FAA approved inspection program, FAA regulations pertaining to aircraft maintenance, airworthiness directives, advisory circular, manufacturers' service bulletins and engineering orders/drawings, as required. Learn to properly document all parts, appliances, and materials used in the maintenance of aircraft. Assist Shift Manager in inventory control functions.Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!Generous Time Off: Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.Personal Leave: Relax with 12 days of personal leave for non-exempt employees or 18 days for exempt full-time employees in your first year.Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution – with no vesting period.Application process/requirementsTo submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R305774. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include:Cover letterFull ResumeContact information for at least three professional references (please note that references may be contacted as part of the interview/screening process)Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.QualificationsRequired qualifications for all levels:High school diploma or GEDCurrent Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate with no violations.Working knowledge of FAR 145, 91 and 43Ability to read and comprehend instructions, write information, and complete simple formsBasic PC Software Skills (e.g. spreadsheet, word processing & database etc.)Excellent communication skillsLevel 1- Starting pay $25.80 per hourZero to one year of work-related experience as an A&P requiredLevel 2- Starting pay $27.90 per hourTwo to three years of work-related experience as an A&P required orZero to one year of work-related experience as an A&P required if the candidate has earned a Bachelor of Science in Aviation Maintenance Science (or similar degree)Level 3- Starting pay $31.90 per hourThree to five years of work-related experience as an A&P requiredRepair Station Inspectors (I) designationSupervisory and people management skills preferredLevel 4- Starting pay $37.60 per hourFive or more years of work-related experience as an A&P requiredCurrent Repair Station Inspectors (I) designation requiredA thorough working knowledge of FAR 145, 91 and 43Supervisory and people management skills requiredCurrent FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) desired