Job Description
Chipton-Ross is seeking a Flight Readiness Technician/Inspector (Level C) for a contract opportunity in North Charleston, SC.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
o A&P license REQUIRED
o FAA Airframe & Power Plant license or the aircraft years and experience necessary to obtain an FAA Repairman's certificate
o 1+ years of Aerospace, Fabrication, or Manufacturing experience
o 1+ years of avionics and/or electrical experience
o Willing and able to work any shift including days, nights and weekends
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Qualified candidates will perform routine final component installation and verification, as well as systems operational functional validation testing. Flight Readiness Technicians perform rework, modification, maintenance, preflight and post-flight checks for delivery, and troubleshooting. We are committed to providing our team equal opportunity for growth in a stable work environment. We encourage every teammate to feel empowered to bring their best through creativity, innovation, and diversity, as this drives a positive culture through transparency, safety, quality, and respect. Above all, employees will be provided the opportunity to seek, speak, and listen within the organization, and they are encouraged to share externally with each client customer to build balanced work relationships. Work statement is a non-managerial role, non-leadership role. Duties may include (but are not limited to):
o Performs inspections of flight test installations and aircraft functional testing.
o Inspects pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and avionics systems to isolate mechanical and/or electrical/electronic faults and documents faulty components.
o Conducts pre-flight and post-flight checks and performs inspections of maintenance and modification actions.
o Resolves identified problems during operation and testing of deliverable products.
o Verifies the accuracy of work performed.
o Assists in performing system & sub-system pre-delivery inspections and aircraft maintenance in preparation for delivery.
o Plans, schedules and arranges own activities with the assistance of lead. Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.
HARD REQUIREMENT:
If hired, successful completion of training is a contingency for this assignment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
o 787 Program Experience
o Experience in a team environment
o Team Leadership (Formal/Informal) experience
o Airline/MRO/Overhaul experience
o Experience with computing & operating systems
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
o Bending
o Climbing Ladders (max height of 6 ft)
o Fitting in a confined space.
o On their feet for multiple hours a day.
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
Accredited education/experience typically acquired through basic education (e.g., High School diploma/GED) and typically 4 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g., vocational school/Associate+2 years' related work, Bachelor, etc.).
WORK HOURS:
MUST BE OPEN TO WORKING 1st, 2nd or 3rd SHIFT: 1ST: 6:00 AM -2:30 PM, 2ND: 2:30 PM-11:00 PM, 3RD: 10:30 PM 6:00 AM. Willing and able to work any shift including days, nights and weekends.
PER CLIENT: Candidates who do not have the flexibility to work all shifts or variable shifts should not apply for this opportunity.
Job Tags
Contract work, Work experience placement, Shift work, Night shift, Day shift, Afternoon shift, All shifts,