Aircraft Mechanic I (2nd shift) Luke - ATAC

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems. This role is in Textron System’s Airborne Tactical Advantage Company (ATAC) business area.

About ATAC

Textron Systems - ATAC provides tactical flight training and adversary aggressor services for U.S. Navy, Marine and Air Force pilots. ATAC operates simultaneously across eight sites and two continents and comprises the world’s largest outsourced civilian, tactical airborne training organization and proudly provides the highest quality live training to Squadrons, Air Wings, and Battle Groups.

www.atacusa.com

About the Role

The Aircraft Mechanic is responsible for maintenance actions on Airborne Tactical Advantage Company’s aircraft as well as the safe and expeditious launch and recovery flight line operations at permanent and detachment sites.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance efforts in support of company commitments
• Proficient in one type/model aircraft and helper on additional type/model aircraft
• Utilize AMS program
• Training of maintenance personnel
• Manage assigned maintenance programs
• Assist with coordination of detachment requirements with Crew Chiefs (as necessary)
• Obtain and maintain Detachment Lead qualification
• Troubleshoot malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls
• Repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional components including rigging, surface controls
• Perform 100-hour, progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or calendar inspections
• Adjust, repair, or replace electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories
• Perform preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections
• Apply comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as blueprints or manufacturers’ manuals
• Prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects
• Additional responsibilities as delineated by Production Supervisor and Crew Chiefs
• Manage programs as assigned

Requirements

• A&P certification or at least 5 years of military aircraft maintenance equivalency
• Capable of performing unsupervised complex maintenance actions
• Holds or has held a QAR qualification, engine turn qualification or advanced troubleshooting experience
• Capable of managing assigned additional collateral programs
• Train junior mechanics on aircraft systems / GOP’s / safety practices
• Competent in the use of specialized tooling and/or test equipment
• Supervises aircraft servicing
• Able to lift 50 lbs
• Able to climb in and out of the Aircraft
• Able to stand for long periods of time

Performance will be continuously monitored by supervision and reviewed annually with the employee.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Education Assistance
• Career Development & Training Opportunities
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
• Paid Parental Leave

Textron Systems is dedicated to hiring Military Veterans and aims to translate their skills to make an impact on the company.

Primary Location: US-Arizona
Schedule: Full-time, Second Shift
Travel: Yes, 25% of the Time
Worksite: Onsite