PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Aircraft Tech(MAR), in Columbus, MS. Job ID# 206870
- Perform detailed inspection, assembly, installation, repair or replacement of aircraft components and systems, maintenance or refurbishing of aircraft, and function check of components.
- Conduct operational checks of complete systems to verify the proper functioning of components and systems.
- Diagnose malfunctions or failures, and make adjustments, repairs, or replacements of parts or components.
- Provide aircraft maintenance support for new helicopter completions and deliveries, STC development, aircraft training fleet, and demonstrations.
- Perform detailed assembly, installation, repair, replacement, adjustment, and alignment of parts and components.
- Perform troubleshooting to diagnose malfunctioning systems and components and determine corrective action required to assure safety and airworthiness of aircraft.
- Perform aircraft disassembly and reassembly as required for aircraft movement, which may include loading/offloading aircraft to/from the trailer.
- Perform track and balancing of rotor systems and vibration analysis.
- Responsible for ensuring the physical security of aircraft.
- Ensure aircraft is detailed and prepared for delivery or displays.
- Conduct applicable airframe calendar/hourly inspections, and hidden damage inspections of airframe structures and sub-assemblies.
- Perform operational and functional checks of structures, systems, and/or components as required.
- Observe foreign object damage/debris (FOD), tool control, and calibrated tool policies.
- Update applicable maintenance tracking program.
- Monitor and forecast for upcoming maintenance and assure timely compliance with inspections.
- Ensure compliance with production and repair station policies/procedures/forms and FAA Regulations.
- Interface with the customer at conventions, demonstrations, and deliveries.
- Coordinate receiving and storage of customer-furnished equipment in accordance with company procedures and compliance with government standards when applicable.
- Organize internal resources across functional departments to ensure the availability of aircraft.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Six years or more aviation maintenance experience
- Two years of flight line experience
- Helicopter maintenance experience
Preferred:
- Helicopter airframe experience
- Safran Turbomeca engine experience
- Pratt and Whitney engine experience
- Current FAA A&P license (strongly preferred)
- Inspection Authorization(IA)
Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities Requirements:
- Background in aviation maintenance on type aircraft and systems. General knowledge of standard practices and troubleshooting methods.
- Management skills, ability to multi-task and handle high-volume workloads.
- Understand customer expectations, enthusiastic to support others, and achieve the highest level of customer service.
- Effectively and professionally communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of personnel.
- Communication Skills (Spoken, Written, Influencing, Proficiency in Other Languages)
PDS Defense, Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 1-866-224-2745 to contact us. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
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PDS Defense, Inc. will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. Please see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision for more information.
As a Federal Contractor, PDS Defense, Inc. is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
