Embraer · 5 hours ago
Flight Prep Technician - 1st Shift - (Delivery Center)
Melbourne, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expEmbraer is a leading aerospace company, and they are seeking a Flight Prep Technician to perform production assembly and flight preparation operations. The role involves analyzing processes for improvement, coordinating technical support, and assisting new operators while ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.
AerospaceCommercialIndustrialManufacturing
Responsibilities
Performs a variety of tasks ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production assembly operations on electronic and/or mechanical assemblies and subassemblies such as modules, boards, panels, drawers, frames, and cables
Works from diagrams and drawings, and uses hand and/or power tooling, ground support equipment, hydraulic servicing carts, oxygen servicing equipment, fueling/defueling operation, battery charging & maintenance, aircraft jacking and aircraft tug operations
Makes continuity checks on work in process and completed tasks. Collaborates with quality and manufacturing engineering for troubleshooting component replacement/failures
May conduct operator verification quality inspections in flight phase or supporting production line in accordance with quality specifications
May disassemble, modify, rework, reassemble, and test experimental or prototype assemblies and subassemblies according to specifications in a controlled environment
Follows approved assembly procedures for component or aircraft structures, consulting internal procedures that have been FAA approved, original equipment manufacturers (OEM’s) technical data, and work package instructions
Positions and aligns subassemblies in jigs or fixtures, using measuring instruments, following blueprint lines and index points
Inspects completed work to identify any needed rework before signing off; ensures that repaired components meet prescribed standards and tolerances
Performs serviceability tests as required, utilizing test equipment specified in technical manuals
Completes work package documentation as required by FAA and/or repair station manual
Submits completed work to Quality Assurance for final/in progress inspection and certification of airworthiness
Qualification
Required
High School/ GED
Advanced Technician Role, requiring Advanced Skills to perform all standard tasks within the Technical Area assigned to – may be referred to as the ‘SME' (Subject Matter Expert)
Generally at least 5-8 years or more of experience in area of responsibility with assembly, mechanical, electrical, hydraulics or aircraft structures as well as able to use all tech data and aircraft drawings to locate part numbers and accomplish repairs
Assignments require Standard Knowledge of a Technical Area
Performs moderately complex Technical Assignments
Proficient in riveting, installation of relate hardware, usage of precision instruments and utilization of hand tools to perform these tasks
Must be able to fabricate parts
Reads work orders, blueprints, and specifications or examines sample or damaged part or structure to determine repair or fabrication procedures and sequence of operations
Repair body or structure of aircraft according to specifications
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
Be proficient in the usage of air powered hand tools and related equipment
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
Ability to work different shifts and flexible hours if required
Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations
Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations
As required by the position, must have the ability to wear a respirator as per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 'Respirator Protection' regulations with no restrictions that would prevent the proper use and/or seal of the respirator
Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts if required
Employees will be subject to the random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations
Preferred
A&P and mechanical/electrical experience a plus
Structures experience a plus
Company
Embraer
Embraer is an aerospace manufacturer that produces commercial and executive aircraft for the commercial and defense sectors.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2024 (2)
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2022 (5)
2021 (1)
2020 (7)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.97BKey Investors
The Brazilian Development Bank(BNDES)U.K. Export Finance
2025-11-25Post Ipo Debt· $202.29M
2025-09-22Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2025-02-07Post Ipo Debt· $650M
Leadership Team
Daniel Moczydlower,MSc,PMP
President & CEO, Embraer-X, Head of Global Innovation Ecosystems, Embraer
Gary Kretz
CFO
Recent News
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