Job Description
Company
Sherwood Aviation
Employment Status
Full-Time
Career Level
Experienced Non-Manager
Job Description
Sherwood Aviation is a recognized leader in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, offering component Repair & Overhaul, Sales & OEM Distribution, Engineering & Manufacturing services, and Training& Technical Support to customers world‐wide is looking for a APU Technician to join our team.
The Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) Technician is responsible for inspecting, troubleshooting, disassembling, repairing, overhauling, assembling, and testing aircraft Auxiliary Power Units and related components in accordance with applicable Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, manufacturer specifications, and company quality standards.
The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical aptitude, technical troubleshooting skills, and experience working with aircraft turbine engines, APUs, or related aviation components in a fast-paced aviation maintenance and repair environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and overhauls of aircraft Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) and associated components.
- Disassemble, clean, inspect, repair, and reassemble APU components in accordance with approved maintenance procedures.
- Diagnose mechanical and operational issues to determine necessary repairs or component replacements.
- Perform detailed inspections of APU components for wear, cracks, corrosion, damage, and other defects.
- Read and interpret Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs), Aircraft Maintenance Manuals (AMMs), technical drawings, schematics, and other applicable maintenance documentation.
- Perform repairs and maintenance in accordance with FAA regulations, manufacturer specifications, and company procedures.
- Utilize specialized aviation tools, precision measuring instruments, and testing equipment.
- Conduct functional testing and assist with APU test cell operations, as authorized and qualified.
- Verify proper operation of APU systems, including fuel, lubrication, pneumatic, electrical, and starting systems.
- Accurately document all inspections, repairs, testing, and maintenance activities in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
- Identify defective or unserviceable components and ensure proper documentation and disposition.
- Maintain accountability of tools, equipment, and aircraft components throughout the repair process.
- Collaborate with Quality Control, Engineering, and Production departments to resolve technical issues and ensure timely completion of repairs.
- Follow all company safety policies, quality procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Opa Locka, FL |
| Industry | Aerospace and Defense |
| Company Size | 5,000 to 9,999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1957 |
| Website | https://www.heico.com/ |
About Company
HEICO Corporation is a successful and growing technology-driven aerospace, industrial, defense and electronics company. For more than 60 years, HEICO has thrived by providing customers with innovative and cost-saving products and services.
HEICO's products are found on large commercial aircraft, regional, business and military aircraft, as well as on a large variety of industrial turbines, targeting systems, missiles and electro-optical devices.
HEICO Corporation is a New York Stock Exchange listed company (NYSE: HEI and HEI.A) and has also been ranked as one of the 100 "World's Most Innovative Growth Companies", 100 "Best Small Companies" and 200 "Hot Shot Stocks" by Forbes over the past decade. With headquarters in Hollywood, Florida, and multiple locations around the world - HEICO provides over 1 million square feet of design, manufacturing, repair, overhaul, distribution, sales and support capabilities.
HEICO Corporation operates in two segments, the Flight Support group and the Electronic Technologies group. The Flight Support group designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs, distributes and overhauls FAA-approved parts that extend over the entire aircraft, from the engines all the way to hydraulic, pneumatic, electromechanical, avionic, structures, wheels and brakes and even interiors.
The Electronic Technologies group produces electrical and electro-optical systems and components serving niche segments of the aerospace, defense, communications, and computer industries. The Electronic Technologies group is a worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and sale of electrically and electro-optical engineered products used in the aerospace, defense, space, and electronics industries.
By combining state-of-the-art technologies, a team of highly skilled Team Members and an indisputable commitment to quality, both segments have constantly delivered invaluable solutions to customers over the years, helping to position them as leaders within their industries.
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