A&P Mechanic Jobs

S3, Inc. is a woman owned small business founded in 1991, headquartered in Huntsville, AL, that provides technical, programmatic, and logistics services to US Department of Defense, other US Government Agencies, and Partner Nation militaries, co-located with Government requirements. S3 has a wholly owned subsidiary, KBFS, that provides aviation pilot training, heavy lift, aircraft maintenance, and related aircraft services to Government and commercial requirements IAW multiple FAA certifications

KBFS is looking for an A&P Mechanic to support projects in our Geneva, AL, operations.

Description:

The Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic manages and/or inspects aircraft maintenance activity including overhaul, modifications, maintenance and repair of aircraft structure, engine, drivetrain, electrical system, and accessories

Responsibilities:

· Schedules aircraft maintenance considering such factors as work flow, location of equipment and facilities, required tools and test sets, supplies and job requirements.

· Orders parts, lubricants, other supplies, etc., in a timely manner to minimize aircraft down time for these items.

· Performs scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance, to include airworthiness inspections, systems troubleshooting, component replacement, powertrain adjustments, and electrical and avionics troubleshooting in accordance with FAA regulations and the manufacturer's specifications.

· Reads and interprets maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and airworthiness directives.

· Makes entries to FAA required records, logbooks and other means of historical data tracking.

· Assists Inspection Authority (IA) in maintaining inventory of aircraft and avionics parts, tools, materials, equipment and supplies and coordinates with other employees for ordering parts and supplies in a timely to effectively maximize aircraft availability and minimize aircraft non-operational status.

· Communicates effectively with pilots, customers and fellow employees and works well in a team environment.

· Ensures aircraft, ground support equipment and work areas are maintained to professional standards.

Qualifications:

S3, Inc. is a woman owned small business founded in 1991, headquartered in Huntsville, AL, that provides technical, programmatic, and logistics services to US Department of Defense, other US Government Agencies, and Partner Nation militaries, co-located with Government requirements. S3 has a wholly owned subsidiary, KBFS, that provides aviation pilot training, heavy lift, aircraft maintenance, and related aircraft services to Government and commercial requirements IAW multiple FAA certifications

KBFS is looking for an A&P Mechanic to support projects in our Geneva, AL, operations.

Description:

The Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic manages and/or inspects aircraft maintenance activity including overhaul, modifications, maintenance and repair of aircraft structure, engine, drivetrain, electrical system, and accessories

Responsibilities:

· Schedules aircraft maintenance considering such factors as work flow, location of equipment and facilities, required tools and test sets, supplies and job requirements.

· Orders parts, lubricants, other supplies, etc., in a timely manner to minimize aircraft down time for these items.

· Performs scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance, to include airworthiness inspections, systems troubleshooting, component replacement, powertrain adjustments, and electrical and avionics troubleshooting in accordance with FAA regulations and the manufacturer's specifications.

· Reads and interprets maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and airworthiness directives.

· Makes entries to FAA required records, logbooks and other means of historical data tracking.

· Assists Inspection Authority (IA) in maintaining inventory of aircraft and avionics parts, tools, materials, equipment and supplies and coordinates with other employees for ordering parts and supplies in a timely to effectively maximize aircraft availability and minimize aircraft non-operational status.

· Communicates effectively with pilots, customers and fellow employees and works well in a team environment.

· Ensures aircraft, ground support equipment and work areas are maintained to professional standards.

Qualifications:

· High School Graduate or GED and Aircraft and Powerplant Technical Training Certificate.

· Associate's Degree (preferred) - Desired fields of studies are Aircraft Maintenance, Avionics or other Aviation related technical area.

· 1 year of experience performing aircraft maintenance functions that require a valid FAA A&P.

· Previous experience supporting avionics installation and repair is a plus for this position.

· Experience interacting with Federal Aviation Administration Principal Operations Inspectors, Principal Maintenance Inspectors or Aviation Safety Inspectors.

· Previously certified or qualified to perform aircraft engine ground runs or tests.

· A&P experience in repairing general aviation fixed wing aircraft; similar experience in Rotary Wing aircraft is a plus for this position.

· Good working knowledge with Microsoft Office Suite.

Systems Studies and Simulation, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.