Aircraft Mechanic, Heavy Maintenance & MRO
Overview
You will perform heavy maintenance on commercial aircraft in a certified repair station, covering narrow-body and wide-body fleets. The role spans full teardown and reassembly: researching technical data, disassembling components, inspecting for wear, and repairing structures like wings and fuselage. You'll work with airframe systems, hydraulic units, and electrical wiring, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and internal policies. This contract-to-hire role in Las Vegas, NV offers per diem for non-local candidates and a path to long-term employment.
What You'll Do7
- 1Research technical data and perform disassembly, repair, cleaning, adjustment, assembly, and testing of aircraft components using company tools and ground equipment.
- 2Repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structures such as wings and fuselage, including rigging, surface controls, plumbing, and hydraulic units.
- 3Tag and route removed units with proper identification, inspections, and forms, and log entries into the Component Removal Log.
- 4Disassemble and inspect aircraft and engine parts for wear or defects.
- 5Repair or replace defective engine parts, then reassemble and install engines in aircraft.
- 6Adjust, repair, or replace electrical wiring systems and aircraft accessories.
- 7Service aircraft by cleaning, greasing, moving parts, and checking brakes.
Requirements6
- 1Airframe certification required.
- 23–5+ years of aircraft maintenance experience.
- 3Hands-on experience with commercial aircraft airframes in heavy maintenance, line maintenance, or MRO environments.
- 4Experience working on wide-body aircraft.
- 5Ability to work onsite in Las Vegas, NV.
- 6Familiarity with FAA regulations and maintenance manuals.
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