Textron · 2 months ago
Aircraft Mechanic B-573 (5th Shift)
Wichita, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expTextron Aviation has been a leader in private aviation for nine decades, focusing on empowering individuals with the freedom of flight. The Aircraft Mechanic role involves hands-on work with skilled mechanics, assisting in the maintenance and troubleshooting of aircraft systems to ensure safety and performance.
AerospaceFinanceIndustrial
Responsibilities
Aircraft System Diagnostics – Support troubleshooting, inspection, and repair of aircraft systems and turbine engines to ensure optimal performance and readiness for flight
Assembly and Component Work – Help disassemble, repair, replace, and reassemble complex aircraft assemblies and components, performing functional tests to verify system integrity
Sheet Metal and Structural Repairs – Lay out, fabricate, and install sheet metal parts using blueprints and precision tools, including riveting and structural modifications
Installation and Upgrades – Aid in installing service bulletins, kits, and system upgrades on airframes and engines to meet compliance and enhance aircraft capabilities
Composite and Specialized Repairs – Perform composite repairs and utilize precision instruments such as micrometers, pressure gauges, and tensiometers for accurate adjustments
System Testing and Quality Assurance – Operate and test aircraft systems using specialized equipment and hand tools to ensure safety, reliability, and adherence to standards
Qualification
Required
A high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification is required
Use of arithmetic, blueprints and specification plus knowledge of jet and piston airframe and engine principles is required
A minimum 3 years experience performing inspections, repairs, structural modification, or composite modification of aircraft is required
Preferred
Either an Airframe or Powerplant Mechanic license is helpful
Benefits
401K company match additional annual contribution equal to 4% of eligible compensation
$3,000 annual lump sum payment eligibility per contract
Annual cost of living adjustment up to $1,500 per contract
Automatic increases of $0.30/hr every 3 months up to top of grade per contract
Education assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, compensated at the start of the semester
Flight training bonus program for earning pilot certifications
Access to the onsite Textron Aviation Plane Wellness Center and Pharmacy
Company
Textron
Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1B2025-10-16Post Ipo Debt· $1B
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President and CEO Industrial Segment and Kautex
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President and chief operating officer
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