Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic (A&P Mechanic)

Do you have the skills, expertise and passion that it takes to be a top-notch mechanic? Join our team and take your career to new heights!

As an A&P Mechanic III, you will be responsible for repairs, replacement and maintenance of the key components of aircrafts. You'll perform the necessary checks in regards to the mechanical and functional components of the aircraft, including the testing of and replacement of defective or faulty parts. You'll use a variety of tools and equipment to perform diagnosis on parts to be replaced, and ensure repairs and maintenance are compliant with national and international standards of work, all while maintaining safety and cleanliness of the hanger or workshop. You will demonstrate knowledge in one of the three main components of aviation maintenance including airframe maintenance, power plant mechanics, or Airframe & Power plant (A&P) components.

Employee will be responsible performing all types of aircraft maintenance on both piston and jet aircraft in the general aviation arena. Knowledge of piston, turboprop, and jet engines is required to accomplished troubleshooting, repair, and inspection. Some travel both domestic and international may be required to recover damaged aircraft or repair aircraft at the customer facility. Employee must be proficient in all aircraft manufacturer’s support manuals to allow complete research into required maintenance functions. Straight Flight is a very diverse facility that works on all types of aircraft from antique piston to large corporate jets.

Straight Flight is a subsidiary of Sierra Nevada Corporation since 2007 and is equipped with 3 18,000 square foot hangars with back shops for fabrication of both metal and composite parts, avionics repair, and painting projects. Straight Flight became a Certified Repair Station with the Federal Aviation Administration in 1992 and was rated by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency in 2007. Straight Flight currently holds a very impressive Operations Specification that includes 5 Class ratings.

Salary & Benefits

• Day Shift 7:00AM to 5:30PM
• Company sponsored health benefits after 30 days
• 4 – day work week (minimum 40 hours a week)
• Personal Time Off (PTO) available after 30 days
• Salary range - $30 to $40 per hour depending on experience
• 401K available after 30 days – company match has vesting period

Must-haves:

• A higher level degree may substitute for experience
• High school diploma and typically 5 or more years of relevant experience in general aviation and corporate aircraft
  • A higher level degree may substitute for experience
  • Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education
• Participation in random drug and alcohol testing pool mandatory
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work locations
• Ability to speak, read and write in English
• No limitations on confined space entry and ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to understand and interpret applicable technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publications, and service bulletins
• Must possess own hand tools to complete any maintenance function
• Background check applies – driving and criminal records reviewed
• Active, current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Power plant certification with no prior FAA violations
• Pass and maintain Class 3 Physical requirements, including a hearing test
• Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education
• No drug or alcohol convictions within the last 5 years

Preferred:

• FAA repair station and/or Quality Assurance experience
• Inspection Authorization (IA) rating
• Experience with computerized maintenance manuals
• Knowledge of Pratt & Whitney PT-6A engines

At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC), our mission is to dream, innovate, inspire and empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made without regarding to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. Contributions to SNC come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.