Sr. Aircraft Tech(MAR) - Columbus, MS, United States - PDS Defense, Inc.

Description

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Aircraft Tech(MAR) - Mechanical in Columbus, MS.


Job Responsibilities:

Perform detailed inspection, assembly, installation, repair or replacement of aircraft components and systems, maintenance or refurbishing of aircraft, and function check of components.

Conduct operational checks of complete systems to verify proper functioning of components and systems. Diagnose malfunctions or failures and make adjustments, repairs or replacements of parts or components. Provide aircraft maintenance support for new helicopter completions and deliveries, STC development, aircraft training fleet, and demonstrations.
Perform detailed assembly, installation, repair, replacement, adjustment, and alignment of parts and components.

Perform troubleshooting to diagnose malfunctioning systems and components to determine corrective action required to assure safety and airworthiness of aircraft.

Perform aircraft disassembly and reassembly as required for aircraft movement, which may include loading/offloading aircraft to/from the trailer.
Perform track and balancing of rotor systems and vibration analysis.
Responsible for ensuring the physical security of aircraft. Ensure aircraft is detailed and prepared for delivery or displays.
Conduct applicable airframe calendar/hourly inspections and hidden damage inspections of airframe structures and sub-assemblies. Perform operational and functional checks of structures, systems, and/or components as required.
Observe foreign object damage/debris (FOD), tool control and calibrated tool policies.
Update applicable maintenance tracking program. Monitor and forecast for upcoming maintenance and assure timely compliance with inspections. Ensure compliance with production and repair station policies/procedures / forms and FAA Regulations. Interface with the customer at conventions, demonstrations, and deliveries.
Coordinate receiving and storage of customer-furnished equipment in accordance with company procedures and compliance with government standards when applicable.
Organize internal resources across functional departments to ensure the availability of aircraft.


Basic Hiring Criteria:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Six years or more aviation maintenance experience.
Two years of flight line experience.
Helicopter maintenance experience.
Background in aviation maintenance on like type aircraft and systems. General knowledge of standard practices and troubleshooting methods.
Management skills, ability to multi-task and handle high volume workloads.
Understand customer expectations, enthusiastic to support others and achieve the highest level of customer service.
Effectively and professionally communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of personnel.
US Person under ITAR definition (U.S. Citizen, green card holder or person covered under our existing ITAR license).


Desired Qualifications:
Airframe experience.
Safran Turbomeca engine experience.
Pratt and Whitney engine experience.
Current FAA A&P license (strongly preferred).Inspection Authorization(IA).