Aircraft Technician

LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions is seeking an Aircraft mechanic (license not required) for a position in Savannah, GA.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Communicate as required to receive and understand work assignments. Perform complex aircraft inspections, repairs, and modifications with minimal supervision.
• Coordinate with MTL, STM, and the Inspection Department to ensure compliance with internal and FAA inspection and documentation requirements.
• Properly complete CMP cards, work order sign-offs, and other paperwork in a timely and accurate manner. Assist as needed with shift turnovers.
• Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications.
• Properly identify (tag) customer property and equipment. Store aircraft components and other customer property securely and safely. .
• Follow standard operating procedures when operating ground support equipment (external power carts, hydraulic mules, hydraulic lift platforms, tow tugs, forklifts, compressed gas cylinders, etc.) .
• Coordinate, accomplish, and assist with aircraft movement in hangar and ramp areas.
• Provide training to less experienced technicians. .
• Protect customer property (PTP).
• Properly collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic fluids, de-icing fluids, and solvent rags.
• Apply 6S and Lean Initiatives to keep shops, hangars, and aircraft work areas clean and uncluttered.
• Implement and apply Lean/continuous improvement processes to all areas of responsibility.
• Properly use and maintain Company-provided tools and equipment. Return items to designated storage area after use.
• Comply with safety rules and procedures. Use protective equipment as required and be alert for unsafe conditions.
• Address unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk.
• Use the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks, and sign-offs, and to charge labor to correct work orders.
• In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required. 

Qualifications and requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate and 2 years of aviation maintenance experience or 4 years of aviation maintenance experience to include 2 years of experience working on mid/large size aircraft required. 
• Valid drives license required for this position
• Experience working with Solumina and Smarteam preferred.
• Must be able to use mathematical formulas by solving dimensional problems using fractions, decimal fractions and whole numbers.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints
• Must have essential personal skills, which include an aptitude for hands-on craftwork, a professional attitude, attention to detail, ability to work with people and to meet demanding schedules 
• Working knowledge of the FAA regulations, process specifications, Repair Station and Quality Control manuals, and company policies and procedures

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Why Choose LAUNCH?

A team of aviation staffing experts leads LAUNCH. We understand the challenges of finding the top aviation jobs and we focus on linking you with the best openings in the most sought-after locations.

LAUNCH offers you an ACA compliant benefit package including company-sponsored medical insurance with multiple plans to choose from. Our Minimum Essential Coverage is offered to every employee who does not have coverage elsewhere at no cost to you! LAUNCH also offers a 401(k) program with a company match. Plus, you join the LAUNCH Loyalty Club on your first day, earning you extra cash bonuses, apparel and safety rewards.

If you’re ready to LAUNCH your career, you've found an employer that can take you to new heights.