Note: To speak with a recruiter directly call Chistel Radvansky at (262) 207-4626 & email updated resume to Christel.Radvansky@ststechnicaljobs.com.
This is a long-term contract with the possibility of going direct.
Manager is also interested in unlicensed aircraft mechanics with civilian or military experience.
Job Descriptions
Aircraft mechanics performing aircraft engine maintenance, teardown and overhaul on mostly commercial and regional aviation engines. Kalitta's own fleet consists of 747s, 767s and 777s. Engines include CFM-56, CF6, JT9 and PW4000.
Job Duties
- Replaces or repairs worn, defective, or damaged components, using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment.
- Tests engine operation, using test equipment such as ignition analyzer, compression checker, distributor timer, and ammeter, to identify malfunction.
- Listens to operating engine to detect and diagnose malfunctions, such as sticking or burned valves.
- Reassembles engine and installs engine in aircraft.
- Disassembles and inspects engine parts, such as turbine blades and cylinders, for wear, warping, cracks, and leaks.
- Removes engine from aircraft, using hoist or forklift truck.
- Adjusts, repairs, or replaces electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories.
- A mechanic may work with special instruments designed specifically for aircraft maintenance. The job may also involve standing on ladders and working at various heights.
A&P Mechanic Duties
The job duties of an aircraft mechanic vary from preventive maintenance to repairs. A mechanic makes routine inspections, documents inspections and repairs, performs scheduled maintenance and runs tests after making repairs or performing maintenance. A mechanic working on the engine may be changing the oil, replacing belts or repairing a broken part.
An aircraft mechanic must know and follow all regulations set by the FAA. FAA regulations govern the maintenance schedules, inspections and repairs made to airplanes. The FAA conducts regular checks on equipment and ensures regulations are being met.
