Job Title: Systems Mechanic
Job DescriptionThe Systems Mechanic is responsible for maintenance and modification tasks related to C-Checks and VIP Modification of 787-9 aircraft. This role involves performing maintenance, removal, replacement, and repair activities of all aircraft systems except Avionics and Interiors, which have dedicated teams. The position also includes responsibilities for a military VIP large jet due for C-check.
Responsibilities
- Repair, modify, replace, or perform routine aircraft maintenance work in specialized areas of aircraft.
- Develop repair schemes utilizing SRM or Engineering data.
- Complete on-the-job-training (OJT) forms and required reading.
- Read and interpret manufacturer and airline maintenance manuals, service bulletins, drawings, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repair, replacement or modification.
- Conduct operational tests.
- Remove and install flight control surfaces and components.
- Perform weight and balance calculations including flight control surfaces.
- Perform rigging and operational tests of all flight control surfaces including autopilot.
- Troubleshoot flight control systems.
- Utilize OEM and Engineering drawings to modify structures and flight controls.
- Repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structures.
Essential Skills- Aircraft maintenance
- A&P certification
- Aircraft systems knowledge
- Rigging
- Flight controls
- Repair techniques
Additional Skills & Qualifications- 4+ years of aircraft maintenance experience on a variety of systems
- Experience with 787 aircraft highly preferred
- Local to area or region highly preferred for long-term commitment
- Military experience acceptable
- A&P certification preferred
Why Work Here?Enjoy good pay and a low cost of living area. The company offers a supportive and engaging work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
Work Environment
Work in recently renovated hangars and offices at MWH. The building is operated by our clients customer who engineers the mods, while the large hangar space with two aircraft, storerooms, inventory, etc. are all operated by our client. Workday shifts are Monday-Friday or 4 X 10s Monday-Thursday with possible overtime.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Moses Lake, Washington.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Moses Lake,WA.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Feb 8, 2025.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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