Shift: 8:00am-4:30pm

A&P Technician II (Opa-Locka, FL)

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

At Western Jet Aviation, a company of StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. 

As an A&P Technician I, you will be responsible for performing routine maintenance and major inspections on Gulfstream corporate aircraft. 

What youll do:

• Adjust, align, and calibrate aircraft systems, using hand tools, gauges, and test equipment.
• Examine and inspect engines or other components for cracks, breaks or leaks.
• Disassemble and inspect parts for wear, warping, or other defects.
• Assemble and install electrical, plumbing, mechanical, hydraulic and structural components and accessories using hand tools and power tools.
• Service and maintain aircraft systems by performing tasks, such as flushing crankcase, cleaning screens, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes.
• Repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structures, functional components, and parts, such as wings and fuselage, rigging and hydraulic units.
• Read and interpret manufacturers and airline’s maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components

Requirements:

• Airframe and Powerplant License Required, high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic knowledge of operating a personal computer or laptop.
• Knowledge of job-specific machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Capable of repairing machines or systems using the needed tools
• Ability to determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job
• Able to perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
• Capable of determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
• Able to perform tests and inspections of products, services or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Able to install equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications
• Ability to control operations of equipment or systems
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Able to monitor gauges, dials or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

Minimum Experience Required:

• Gulfstream maintenance experience (any model GII through G550) preferred
• Corporate jet experience performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance to include: 12/24/36/72-month inspections

Benefits that make life better

• Comprehensive Healthcare
• 401(k) with 100 company match; up to 5 vested
• Paid Time Off starting on day one
• Bonus opportunities
• Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Learning & Training opportunities

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911

With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

Inclusivity Is Our Standard

It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.