Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems
- Palmdale, CA
- $52,020-77,325 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- The successful candidate will service, troubleshoot, repair, inspect, and maintain aircraft and ground support equipment in support of test operations and sustainment activities in accordance with maintenance documentation.
- Support test teams for test and development (R&D) efforts.
- Performs work on airframe and powerplant in support of test operations and sustainment activities.
- Troubleshoot aircraft and engine systems to determine related problems to identify possible solutions.
- Develops and reviews new processes and procedures.
- Will assist in training efforts for various customers.
- Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
- Inspect powerplant and related components at regular intervals adhering to company approved procedures, maintenance manuals, and/or government technical order requirements.
- Review records to ensure all required documentation is completed in accordance with established company procedures for government and customer technical order requirements.
- Perform all launch and recovery tasks of aircraft to include ground operations, pre and postflight items, ground observer responsibilities, and inspect, test, maintain and operate ground support equipment.
- Expected to maintain a productive and safe working environment in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
- Other duties as assigned or required.
Job Qualifications:
- Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent and two or more years of aircraft mechanical maintenance experience.
- An FAA Airframe and Powerplant License is desired.
- Ability to obtain and maintain DOD SEC clearance is required.
- Must possess:
- General knowledge and understanding of the detailed aspects of the job;
- Knowledge of relevant computer applications and operations;
- Basic leadership, organization and planning skills;
- Good analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report and assess situations and make judgments.
- The ability to work both independently and in a team environment is essential.
- The ability to work any shift and additional hours as required.