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Aircraft Logs & Records Tech

Description

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System’s Airborne Tactical Advantage Company (ATAC) business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About ATAC

Textron Systems - ATAC provides tactical flight training and adversary aggressor services for U.S. Navy, Marine and Air Force pilots. ATAC operates simultaneously across eight sites and two continents and comprises the world’s largest outsourced civilian, tactical airborne training organization and proudly provides the highest quality live training to Squadrons, Air Wings, and Battle Groups.

Summary

The Aircraft Logs & Records Technician reports to the Aircraft Maintenance Administration Manager and assists with the collection, filing, and retention of aircraft and engine logbooks and associated records. Performs data entry and retrieval functions associated with aircraft recordkeeping. Transmits and receives data via network connections, email, and other electronic means. Extracts data, formulates and interprets reports, creates archives. Performs a range of clerical and administrative tasks related to aircraft maintenance, such as preparing reports, filing and typing, formatting documents, and updating and analyzing aircraft maintenance databases.

Job Responsibilities

• Assists with the tracking, recording, and cataloging flight log data and component history cards for all aircraft. This includes updating flight records, engine parts trackers, and maintenance tracking databases.

• Assists with the collection, filing, and retention of aircraft and engine maintenance forms and records.

• Maintains the maintenance database utilizing Maintenance Information System software.

• Updates aircraft status reports and informs proper employees of upcoming time change items and inspections.

• Supports the Maintenance and Quality Assurance departments with implementing changes to maintenance department procedures, policies, and work instructions.

Primary Objectives:

• Aircraft safety through accurate and timely reporting of aircraft status to company employees.

• Updating of company maintenance information systems database and other aircraft and engine records.

• Performing administrative functions related to aircraft maintenance.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements of this position include, but are not limited to, at least 3 years work experience with

recordkeeping, report generation, and document creating/editing. Experience in the aviation maintenance industry is desired.

• Strong PC skills in Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/etc.).

• Experience filing and scanning paper records into electronic records.

• Can manage multiple priorities or projects simultaneously and keep them progressing until completion with minimal supervision

• Ability to work at all levels of the organization and the ability to work in a diverse workgroup.

How We Care

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

- Flexible Work Schedules

- Education Assistance

- Career Development & Training Opportunities

- Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)

- Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding

- Paid Parental Leave

Are you a Military Veteran?

Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.

Textron’s compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work. The pay range should be used as a general guide only. Compensation is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

In compliance with the local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is

$31.28 - $41.28 per hour.

AI Readiness: Textron expects employees to use AI-enabled tools responsibly and effectively. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI-generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards. Prior experience with specific tools is not required — we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: Airborne Tactical Advantage Company (ATAC)
Primary Location: US-Virginia-Newport News
Job Function: Quality
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Standard
Shift: First Shift
Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time
Job Posting: 08/27/2026, 8:02:18 PM
Job Number: 344717