Aircraft Maintenance Technician I
Job Summary
The Aircraft Maintenance Technician I performs inspections repairs and maintenance on a new fleet of GA aircraft (PA28 PA44 SR20 and DA20) within CAEs Part 145 Repair Station at the CAE Aviation Academy Phoenix. Work is completed in airconditioned hangars and in alignment with FAA regulations Repair Station Manuals and CAE quality and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Inspect repair and maintain aircraft and components including engines wings fuselage tail landing gear control cables propeller fuel systems and related parts.
Complete all work in accordance with Repair Station Manuals and associated processes.
Consult aircraft maintenance manuals and manufacturers manuals to determine repair specifications and part replacement requirements.
Troubleshoot airframe and engine discrepancies and perform corrective actions per manufacturer maintenance manuals.
Demonstrate a basic understanding of avionics systems and perform basic troubleshooting.
Conduct scheduled inspections on GAtype aircraft.
Perform engine replacements.
Taxi and tug aircraft safely.
Adhere to CAE safety standards including PPE usage and timely incident reporting.
Comply with CAE Repair Station quality standards (training provided upon hire).
Perform other duties as assigned by the Lead or Manager.
High school diploma.
Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to work collaboratively with Mechanics Leads and Inspectors.
Ability to multitask and adapt to a dynamic work environment.
Proactive and resultsoriented mindset.
Strong analytical thinking skills.
Must provide a full set of tools.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.
Handson maintenance background with PA28 PA44 SR20 or DA20 aircraft.
FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license.
Comprehensive medical dental vision and EAP plans.
401(k) and employee stock purchase programs with CAE match.
Generous paid time off including parental leave and vacation.
Companypaid life insurance AD&D shortterm disability and caregiver support.
Voluntary legal coverage longterm care dependent life insurance pet insurance and FSA programs.
Additional programs supporting healthy worklife balance and personal and professional wellbeing.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Below is a nonexclusive list and may be updated at any time:
Constantly ascends or descends ladders stairs scaffolding ramps and poles.
Occasionally moves in different positions including tight and confined spaces.
Occasionally remains stationary standing or sitting.
Constantly adjusts or moves objects up to 50 pounds.
Constantly communicates with others to exchange information.
Occasionally repeats motions involving wrists hands and fingers.
As a Federal Contractor CAE participates in EVerify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. For more information about applicant rights view the EEO is the Law poster: CAE At CAE our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years weve driven innovation in simulation training and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies we empower our customers to operate smarter faster and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged collaboration drives progress and your growth fuels our shared success. CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race color national origin age religion sex disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local CAE everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability please contact us at . As part of our process we may use AIsupported tools to help review applications with human decisionmaking at every step. CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness. With nearly 5,000 employees, CAE USA Inc. is the largest segment within CAE's Defense and Security business unit. The organization le ... View more