Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career.
We are looking for a B1 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer at our newest Essendon Hanger who will identify and correct malfunctioning jet, turboprop, and reciprocating multi-engine aircraft mechanical components and systems. Performs annual and progressive inspections as well as modification work on customer aircraft.
JOB DUTIES:
· Performs a variety of diagnostic and mechanical duties on one or more jet and/or turboprop, aircraft models involving diagnoses of malfunctions and required disassembly, rework, repair, replacement, reassembly, or adjustment of various aircraft systems to prepare aircraft mechanically for flight and delivery to customer.
· Requires thorough knowledge of aircraft engines, mechanical systems, and components on all assigned aircraft.
· Checks, corrects, or replaces a variety of complex aircraft assemblies, landing gear systems, air conditioner system, pressurization system, and optional equipment installations.
· Repairs or replaces engine components and accessory items such as fuel control units, fuel injection system, air bleed system, oil and fuel pumps, starter/generators, and hydraulic and vacuum pumps.
· Requires knowledge of annual and progressive inspection procedures set forth in aircraft maintenance manuals. Performs modification work on aircraft systems and structures.
· Responsible for clear, concise, and accurate written reports in logs, inspection reports and in parts identification for issue and return documents.
· Conducts functional checks, engine test runs, instrument tests and alignment, and preventive maintenance on same. Rigging, synchronizing of throttles, and setting the stops.
· May be required to observe operation of mechanical systems during flight and troubleshoot problems for in-shop repairs.
· Performs duties in a manner consistent with the latest state of the art and highest standards of safety for maintaining aircraft in the most airworthy and reliable condition for the customers' safety.
· Uses tensiometers, micrometers, pressure gauges, dial gauges, vacuum gauges, and a variety of hand tools to repair and modify systems or assemblies
EDUCATION:
· Must hold a CASA license
EXPERIENCE:
· Ability to operate hand tools, power tools and measuring instruments necessary to perform job assignments
· Must be able to read and write in English.
· Outstanding customer service abilities required
· Experience on Business aviation
· Citation/Hawker/Beechcraft certifications preferred
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Applying
If this job aligns with your aspirations, please click APPLY and upload your cover letter addressing the selection criteria and your motivation for applying, along with your resume.
Successfully shortlisted applicants will be contacted directly. If you are successful, you will be required to provide at least 2 referees from recent employers/supervisors, be able to pass a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol screening.
Ability to abide by the Company's Fitness for Work Policy, including random and at cause Drug and Alcohol screening.
You must have the right to live and work full time in Australia to apply for this position.
Please do not call our office, our reception team cannot assist with application enquiries. We are not accepting applications from recruitment consultants.
Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
How many years' experience do you have as a licenced aircraft maintenance engineer?
Which of the following aircraft maintenance engineer categories are you licenced for?
Do you have your own tools relevant to this role?
How many years' experience do you have in the aviation industry?