A&P Mobile Service Unit (Various Shifts) Lubbock, TX

About the role

Mobile Service Technicians (MST) focus on the maintenance activities and work scope of customer aircraft. They identify and correct issues on malfunctioning aircraft mechanical components and systems, perform diagnostic and mechanical duties on jet aircraft, and assist with scheduling and coordinating the work of others in the crew. MSTs assist the MST Lead Mechanic, including coordinating and communicating aircraft issues with customers, reviewing work scope, adding squawks as required, responding to customer inquiries, and ensuring customer satisfaction by coordinating with the Service Center Team. They also assist in overseeing the maintenance of the mobile service vehicle to ensure it is properly serviced and roadworthy.

Responsibilities

• Ensure work scope is completed in a timely manner and in accordance with established policy, procedure, and quality standards.
• Perform diagnostic and mechanical duties on one or more aircraft models, including diagnosis of malfunctions, disassembly, rework, repair, replacement, reassembly, or adjustment of various aircraft systems to prepare aircraft mechanically for flight and delivery to the customer.
• Require thorough knowledge of aircraft engines, mechanical systems, and components on all assigned aircraft.
• Check, correct, or replace complex aircraft assemblies, landing gear systems, air conditioning systems, pressurization systems, and optional equipment installations.
• Order and obtain parts necessary to effect aircraft repairs and ensure cores are returned in accordance with established procedures.
• Apply knowledge of inspection procedures set forth in FAR Part 145 and ensure documentation procedures are accomplished as required in FAR 43 and all other applicable FARs.
• Responsible for clear, concise, and accurate written reports in logs, inspection reports, and parts identification for issue and return documents.
• Ensure all maintenance, preventive maintenance, alterations, or specialized services are performed in accordance with Inspection System procedures outlined in the Quality Control manual.
• May be required to observe operation of mechanical systems during flight and troubleshoot problems for in-shop repairs.
• Communicate safety expectations of the Service Center and monitor the work environment to maintain a safe and orderly condition.
• Identify and correct unsafe acts.
• Work as a team member focused on meeting customer expectations, assisting other mechanics and avionics technicians as required.
• Assist the Lead MST to ensure all equipment and tooling in the mobile service vehicle are inspected, properly maintained, and/or serviced to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Assist the Lead MST in ensuring the mobile service vehicle is in safe operating condition, including checking fluid levels, tire pressures, wiper blades, hoses, tires, etc., and repairing or replacing as required.
• Obtain a Textron-issued driver license and possess a valid state-issued driver license to operate Company-owned vehicles or vehicles under Textron control.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent required.
• A&P license required.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience with diversified jet, turboprop, piston, modification, and phase inspection experience as an A&P Mechanic.
• Preferred: Minimum 1-2 years’ experience on Cessna, Hawker, or Beechcraft aircraft.
• Use of arithmetic, blueprints, and specifications plus knowledge of jet and piston airframe and engine principles.
• Must possess a valid state-issued driver’s license and abide by Textron Fleet Vehicle handbook and AOA access requirements.
• Must have comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical systems.
• Must be able to obtain an Airport Security Badge through the local airport authority (if applicable).

Benefits

Textron Aviation provides a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support employees and their family members—now and in the future, beginning day one.

This role is eligible for up to a $15,000 (pre-tax) sign-on bonus based on level of experience. Terms & conditions apply.

Schedule

Full-time, first shift.

Primary Location: US-Texas-San Antonio