Component Repair Technician - Entry Level

Vanguard Aerospace is an FAA/EASA Certified 145 Repair Station that specializes in the repair of aircraft components. Founded in 2005, we have built a strong reputation in the aviation industry for our uncompromising values based on quality and customer service. We provide a collaborative and comfortable work environment, with a keen emphasis on employee safety, job satisfaction and structured training under an experienced shop manager.

The Component Repair Technician will disassemble, clean, troubleshoot, overhaul, and repair a variety of electrical/mechanical devices used on commercial aircraft in accordance with component maintenance manuals, repair station manuals, and FAA requirements.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Working with moderate supervision, performs electronic, electromechanical and mechanical repairs to aviation components including:

• Disassembly, cleaning, troubleshooting, overhaul, and repair to ensure that units meet required specifications and customer requirements.
• Interpret component maintenance manuals, service bulletins, wiring diagrams, system schematics, drawings, engineering orders and other documents as required.
• Utilize small hand tools such as soldering irons, wire strippers, crimpers, wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, etc.
• Understand and follow verbal instructions and execute to meet deadlines
• Accurately measure parts to determine tolerances, using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, gauges and scales.
• Document work performed as set forth by company and customer maintenance programs.
• Receive and inspect incoming material and repair orders for accuracy.
• Demonstrate an ability to work effectively in a fast paced and rapidly changing environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to multi-task while maintaining a clean and organized work area.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Pass a DOT drug test.
• Strong mechanical aptitude

OTHER REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to prioritize tasks and take initiative when required.
• Basic Shop Math.
• Basic knowledge regarding simple mechanical concepts, theories and principles.
• Basic computer literacy.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Routinely lift up to 50 lbs, occasionally lift up to 100 lbs.
• Stand for long periods of time, with frequent bending, squatting, kneeling and stooping.
• Use hands to reach and feel, with repetitive motion.
• Good finger dexterity.
• Read, write, speak, and understands American English fluently.
• Visual acuity correctable to 20/20.
• Work with and around products and materials associated with aircraft maintenance utilizing provided PPE when necessary.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior experience performing tear down, troubleshooting, overhaul and repair duties on electrical/mechanical components or similar type assemblies.

BENEFITS:

• Hourly position estimated at $19-$24/hr based on experience plus the possibility of overtime hours.
• Monday through Friday, 1st Shift (must be available to work overtime when required).
• Vanguard Aerospace offers a benefit package including medical and paid holidays.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person