Line Maintenance Technician

About the role

Thales is looking for a Line Maintenance Technician, who will be responsible for performing line maintenance, installation, repair station, and ground equipment maintenance work on Thales In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) systems in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, airline customer maintenance manuals, and internal operating procedures. In this position, you will ensure all maintenance activities are executed with a strong focus on safety, compliance, reliability, and operational efficiency while supporting airline customers in a fast-paced, deadline-driven airport environment, requiring a detail-oriented and technically skilled professional who can troubleshoot, install, and repair complex electronic systems and who demonstrates a strong understanding of regulatory requirements, adherence to procedures, and a commitment to delivering high-quality service and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, and system modifications on all Thales In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) systems.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues efficiently to ensure minimal aircraft downtime and operational impact.
• Ensure all airline logbook discrepancies related to Thales systems are accurately documented and cleared in a timely manner.
• Document all maintenance activities daily using established procedures and submit detailed reports to the Supervisor of Maintenance.
• Support airline customers by ensuring adherence to company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements during all maintenance activities.
• Maintain compliance with FAA regulations, safety standards, and internal quality procedures while working in a fast-paced airport environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required, along with a valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate and the ability to meet recent experience requirements in accordance with 14 CFR 65.83.
• Ability to obtain and maintain airport security requirements, including a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge, Customs Clearance (as required), successful completion of a 7-year background check with fingerprinting, and a pre-employment drug test.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment, possess and maintain a valid Driver License that meets company insurance standards, and be able to operate ground support equipment such as tugs, trucks, lift trucks, and boom lifts after training.
• Strong avion