A&P Mechanic

Job Purpose:The A&P Mechanic role provides aircraft maintenance and modification to a fleet of 65-A90 (U21) aircraft in support of the New World Screwworm (NWS) Sterile Insect Technique (SIT) mission at the Edinburg, TX base.

Key Responsibilities:

Follow directions and remain on taskDisassemble, clean and maintain aircraft components and partsOrganize and maintain shop environment, keeping it free from FODPerform routine and non-routine aircraft maintenanceInspect aircraft and systemsRead and understand OEM manuals, drawings, and diagrams, be familiar and follow company policies and procedures, comply with FAA regulations and documentationTroubleshoot and repair systemsOther duties as assigned

Skills/Qualifications:

High school education required, some college preferredMust hold a valid Airframe & Powerplant licensePrior mechanical experienceTechnical aptitudeExperience with turboprop aircraft, specifically King Air is preferredAbility to:

Crawl in and out of tight spacesComfortably work at elevated heights of at least 40 feet for extended periods of timeLift, balance and carry 50 lbs.Work in enclosed hangars and exterior weather conditionsWork in close proximity to other people

Relocation to Edinburg, TX is required

Job Experience:Mechanical acclamation, experience working with hands, repairing machines, troubleshooting, maintaining, modifying and improving all areas of aviation systems including electrical, sheet metal, general airframe and power plant in a well-recognized medium sized aviation operation.