Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic

Description

Job Summary:

Are you looking for a career in aviation? We hope you join our team! Kalitta Charters has been a family owned and operated business since 2001, specializing in on-demand air charters services. We solely own a fleet of Falcon 20s, Learjet 35s, Learjet 45s, and Challenger 601s. We owe our decades of success to the great work done by the members of our team - and we expect them to continue to keep building towards our future successes, too. Here you aren’t just an employee, you are part of our team. You can expect the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and service.

Functions/Responsibility:

• Preflight and post flight checks
• Discrepancy repair
• Safely work in a shop environment using tools and equipment as necessary
• Complete assigned tasks outdoors and in inclement weather if required
• Insure that work performed gets inspected by the appropriate inspection personnel.
• Complete required documentation for work performed
• Inspect, troubleshoot, adjust and repair aircraft and/or engines as assigned
• Complete required training as assigned
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Use basic computer skills to complete and document tasks
• Work productively individually or with an assigned crew
• Works with integrity and desire to maintain a high quality standard
• Report failures or deficiencies immediately

Shifts: 

• 7 am-4pm or 3pm-11pm,  
• Full-time position; overtime may be required based on operational needs. 

Benefits:

• Employer Provided:
  • Short Term
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Basic Life Insurance with Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
  • Travel Assistance Program
  • Fidelity 401K with starting at match
• Employee Elective:
  • BCBS – Medical 500 PPO and 1000 PPO options, Dental PPO, Prescription starting after 60 days
  • EyeMed - Vision
  • Flexible Spending Account – Medical and Dependent Care
  • Long Term Disability
  • Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Child
  • Accident and Critical Illness Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Child
  • Hospital Indemnity for Employee, Spouse, and Child
  • Met Law Coverage
  • Nationwide Voluntary Pet Insurance

Requirements

 Education Requirements: 

• High school diploma or GED. 

Qualifications, Certificates, Licenses & Document Requirements: 

• Valid driver’s license. 
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic Certificate. 

Experience & Professional Skills: 

• Minimum of three years of aircraft maintenance experience. 
• Experience with Falcon 20 and Learjet 30 and 45 series aircraft preferred. 
• Preferred 5 years of Part 135 experience

Skills & Work Style: 

• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, maintenance software, and the internet. 
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English, as required for FAA mechanic certification and for interpreting technical manuals and maintenance records. 
• Motivated, resourceful, and well organized, with the ability to work independently and take direction. 
• Reliable, punctual, and adaptable to changing operational needs. 
• Able to manage multiple tasks while maintaining confidentiality. 
• Ethical and trustworthy in handling sensitive information. 
• Service-oriented, able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, and able to resolve problems calmly and professionally. 
• Strong communicator who works well as part of a team. 
• Respectful of coworkers and customers from all backgrounds and cultures. 
• Builds positive, professional working relationships across departments. 

Physical Requirements: 

The physical demands described below are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this job. Kalitta Charters will provide reasonable accommodations to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. 

• Regularly stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate tools, computers, and telephones, with or without reasonable accommodation. 
• Lift and carry moderate to heavy items of up to 70 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodation. 
• Climb and work from ladders, work stands, platforms, and lift equipment. 
• Work in confined spaces. 

Location: 

• Based at Willow Run Airport (YIP) in Ypsilanti, Michigan. 
• This is an on-site position; remote work is not available. 
• Relocation assistance is not offered for this position. 

Other Requirements: 

• Must be at least 18 years of age 
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. 
• Must successfully complete a DOT/FAA pre-employment drug test and a DOT/FAA-compliant background check and take part in ongoing DOT/FAA drug and alcohol testing as required for safety-sensitive positions.