Airframe & Powerplant Technician II
$79,040–$85,280 year
On-siteVictorville, California, United States
Job Summary
Independently perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance, troubleshooting systems, components, and discrepancies. Execute inspections, repairs, modifications, operational checks, and functional tests while reading and interpreting maintenance manuals, wiring diagrams, schematics, and structural repair manuals. Remove, install, adjust, and service aircraft components and systems, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations, approved technical data, and company procedures. Complete maintenance records, work orders, and regulatory documentation accurately, coordinate activities with Quality Control and Production, and assist in training and mentoring Technician I employees. Maintain tool control, FOD prevention, and workplace safety standards while working flexible schedules including overtime, weekends, and holidays.
Required Qualifications
- FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate required
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
- Ability to obtain airport driving privileges
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
- Ability to work flexible schedules, including overtime, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts
- Advanced knowledge of aircraft systems and troubleshooting methodologies
- Working knowledge of wiring diagrams, schematics, Structural Repair Manuals (SRM), Component Maintenance Manuals (CMM), and Illustrated Parts Catalogs (IPC)
- Understanding of repair station procedures, quality systems, and maintenance planning processes
- Familiarity with airworthiness requirements, inspection programs, and return-to-service standards
- Independently perform maintenance, inspections, repairs, and troubleshooting
- Conduct operational and functional checks
- component replacements, and system adjustments
- Accurately complete maintenance records and regulatory documentation
- Work independently with limited supervision
- Diagnose mechanical and electrical discrepancies efficiently
- Prioritize work assignments to meet operational schedules and deadlines
- Interpret technical data, engineering documents, and maintenance instructions
- Communicate effectively with leadership, inspectors, customers, and team members
- Adapt to changing maintenance priorities and operational requirements
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and maintenance tracking systems
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated leadership potential and mentoring capabilities
- Commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and climbing
- Ability to work in confined spaces, aircraft interiors, and at elevated heights
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds regularly
- Ability to use hand tools, power tools, testing equipment, and precision measuring instruments
- Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including respirators, hearing protection, safety glasses, gloves, and fall protection equipment
- Sufficient visual acuity, depth perception, color recognition, and hearing (with or without correction) to safely perform aircraft maintenance tasks
- Compliance with all Company safety programs, FAA regulations, OSHA standards, and PPE requirements is mandatory
- Overtime, shift work, weekend work, and holiday work may be required to support operational needs
- A&P Technicians are required to provide and maintain a complete set of personal aircraft maintenance tools necessary to perform the essential functions of the position
- Personal tools must be maintained in good working condition and comply with Company Tool Control, Tool Accountability, and Foreign Object Damage (FOD) Prevention requirements
- A&P Technicians are responsible for the security, maintenance, and replacement of their personal tools
Desired Qualifications
- Graduation from an FAA-approved Aviation Maintenance Technician School (AMTS) preferred
- 2–5 years of aircraft maintenance experience preferred
- Prior MRO, airline, military, or aviation maintenance experience preferred
- Documented fleet specific formal training courses such as 40-hour General Familiarization courses or ATA 104 level 1, 2, 3, or 4 courses preferred
- Documented fleet specific engine run and taxi training and qualifications preferred
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