Textron · 4 weeks ago
Flight Mechanic B-AP
US-Kansas-Wichita
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expTextron is hiring for a Flight Mechanic – A&P position in their manufacturing division. The role involves preparing multi-engine aircraft for flight tests and customer delivery, while performing essential mechanical tasks and supporting flight test operations.
AerospaceFinanceIndustrial
Responsibilities
Install line shortage items, disassemble and reassemble components as needed
Perform functional checks on mechanical systems like engines, flight controls, fuel, oxygen, and hydraulics, making necessary adjustments for flight
Set instruments, test run engines, rig and synchronize throttles, and set stops
Address flight test and inspection issues, making necessary adjustments or corrections
Assist senior mechanics with complex problems, guide and instruct lower classification mechanics
Taxi aircraft to check systems and components using various mechanic hand tools and equipment
Qualification
Required
A high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification is required
An A&P license is required
3 years experience in diversified jet, turboprop or piston mod, phase inspection, engine troubleshooting experience or servicing under the guidance of a licensed A&P or at an FAA certified repair station is required
A knowledge of aircraft mechanical systems and components is needed
Equivalent trades training for use of arithmetic, blueprints, specifications, check lists, measuring instruments, testing devices, and following general instructions is needed
Ability to work in somewhat disagreeable work conditions due to exposure to noise, weather, hydraulic fluid, MEK, alcohol and other liquids is needed
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
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