Elite Aircraft Maintenance is a Cirrus Aircraft service center and a company dedicated to a customer-first philosophy setting us apart from the competition.  Elite Aircraft Maintenance is a partner company of Elite Aircraft Services, which offers charter, pilot training, avionics database management, fuel and line services, aircraft sales and acquisition, aircraft rental, hangar and aircraft management.  At Elite, we are focused on providing excellent maintenance service to our aviation customers. 

What You Will Do:

Elite Aircraft Maintenance is currently seeking an experienced Airframe and Powerplant Technician to join the team. In addition to 2-5 years of experience, applicants shall be hardworking, and professional to join our caring team of doers.  Only applicants with high attention to detail and motivation should apply for this position.  This person will work in a general aviation maintenance environment both independently, and at times, closely with other technicians on assigned work. This person will also serve as an ambassador of Elite Aircraft Maintenance by displaying professionalism, cleanliness and providing expert level customer service and communication.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Use a computer to record actions, labor, and parts used to accomplish work.
• Safely move aircraft by hand and or powered tug in close proximity of obstacles.
• Perform engine operational checks, and slow/high speed taxi checks.
• Perform inspections and functional checks in accordance with technical guidance and document findings using written and digital software.
• Initiate parts and material requests required to complete work assigned.
• Maintain a controlled parts inventory system.
• Use printed and digitally stored, current technical data to accomplish all work.
• Use calibrated tools when required.
• Maintain all shop equipment and tools in a serviceable working condition.
• Maintain compliance with Elite Aircraft Maintenance’s processes and procedures.
• Maintain the preservation of all parts during the work process installation and storage.
• Use office equipment to produce permanent records of maintenance for Log Books.
• Participate in a culture that promotes safety through daily observations, shift briefings, routine audits, safety meetings, training and documented safety procedures. Be well versed in procedures for use in the event of aircraft accidents, fires, or other emergencies.
• Use feedback to constantly develop and improve capabilities and processes.
• Willingness to guide Aircraft Technician Apprentices.

Qualifications:

• 2-5 years of General Aviation experience (required)
• Valid A&P License
• Valid driver’s license
• Knowledge of FAA Regulations
• Cirrus experience with knowledge of the Continental and Lycoming engines (preferred, but not required)
• Possess and maintain an aviation tool kit.
• Ability to perform job related tasks with a safety first approach
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Quantum MX aircraft maintenance software
• Ability and willingness to demonstrate proficiency with to following tools: Multimeter, Tensiometer, Differential Compression Tester, Ignition Timing Test Set, Sparkplug Cleaning and Gapping tools, Nitrogen Servicing Gage Set, Gaseous Oxygen Servicing Gage Set, Digital and Mechanical Torque Wrenches, Micrometer, Battery Operated Drills and Screw Guns, Tap & Die Sets, Battery Capacity Tester/Charger and Personal Protective Equipment as related to these tools.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand, lie, and kneel in awkward positions and spaces.
• Must be able to perform work on scaffolding or ladders.
• Must be able to lift and pull objects weighing up to 70 pounds at a time.
• Manual dexterity and physical strength necessary to operate tools or make adjustments and repairs.
• Must have visual acuity to inspect equipment and identify defects.
• Must be able to hear well enough to test sounds and identify functioning level of aircraft.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.

Work Environment

The employee will work inside aircraft hangars, and outside environments. Employee will experience various degrees of aircraft noise and hot and cold conditions.  Shift will typically be 5/8, M-F with occasional overtime.  Travel is seldom required.

Compensation will be determined based on skills and experience.