Assistant Aircraft Reliability Engineer Jobs in Clinton, MS

Salary: $61,416.94 - $75,000.00 Annually
Location : 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 9834-0727-20260805HS
Department: 0727 - Mississippi State Patrol
Opening Date: 08/06/2026
Closing Date: 8/10/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary: $61,416.94
Agency Maximum Salary: $75,000.00
About the Agency: The Mississippi Department of Public Safety's goal is to make Mississippi a safer place for the state's three million residents. Our employees perform a variety of tasks, including issuing driver's licenses and firearm permits, patrolling our roads and highways, keeping drugs off the streets, providing training and certification to law enforcement agencies, conducting forensic analysis and investigations, and much more. For questions regarding this position please contact humanresources@dps.ms.gov.
About the Position: This job opportunity is with the Air Operations Division in HINDS COUNTY. The Aircraft Mechanic II performs advanced technical work involving the inspection, maintenance, repair, overhaul, modification, and preventive maintenance of rotary-wing and fixed-wing aircraft operated by the Mississippi Department of Public Safety (MDPS). This position is primarily responsible for maintaining mission-ready helicopters that support statewide law enforcement operations, search and rescue missions, homeland security initiatives, disaster response, criminal investigations, executive transportation, and other public safety missions.The incumbent performs complex maintenance and troubleshooting of aircraft mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, avionics, rotor, and turbine engine systems while ensuring all maintenance is completed in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, manufacturer maintenance manuals, Airworthiness Directives (ADs), Service Bulletins (SBs), and departmental policies. Preference will be given to applicants with extensive experience maintaining Airbus Helicopters (formerly Eurocopter), including AS350/H125, H130, H135, H145, EC120, EC130, EC135, EC145, or similar aircraft.This position requires exceptional technical knowledge, sound judgment, and a strong commitment to aviation safety while supporting the operational readiness of MDPS aircraft throughout the State of Mississippi.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and overhaul of MDPS rotary-wing and fixed-wing aircraft.Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with FAA regulations, manufacturer maintenance manuals, approved maintenance programs, and departmental maintenance schedules.Inspect and maintain turbine engines, rotor systems, transmissions, gearboxes, rotor heads, swashplates, drive shafts, flight controls, hydraulic systems, fuel systems, electrical systems, environmental systems, and landing gear.Diagnose and repair mechanical, structural, hydraulic, electrical, and avionics malfunctions using specialized aircraft diagnostic equipment.Perform annual, 100-hour, phase, progressive, and special inspections as required by FAA regulations and manufacturer recommendations.Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mission-specific aviation equipment including:Forward Looking Infrared (FLIR) camera systemsSearchlightsTactical communication systemsPublic address systemsAviation radiosGPS and moving-map navigation systemsSatellite tracking equipmentDigital mission recording systemsExternal cargo equipment and law enforcement mission accessoriesRemove and replace aircraft engines, transmissions, rotor blades, gearboxes, flight control components, hydraulic pumps, and other major aircraft assemblies.Perform aircraft rigging, flight control adjustments, and post-maintenance operational checks.Conduct aircraft weight and balance calculations following maintenance or equipment installation.Maintain aircraft logbooks, maintenance records, inspection documentation, component tracking records, and FAA-required maintenance entries.Research aircraft maintenance manuals, illustrated parts catalogs, service bulletins, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, and technical publications.Coordinate major repairs, warranty work, and component overhauls with FAA-certified repair stations and aircraft manufacturers.Inspect incoming aircraft parts to ensure FAA traceability, certification, and airworthiness.Maintain inventory of aircraft parts, consumable supplies, tools, and specialized maintenance equipment.Assist in aircraft recovery following mechanical failures, accidents, or emergency landings.Maintain hangars, maintenance facilities, and shop equipment in accordance with OSHA, FAA, and departmental safety standards.Provide technical guidance and mentoring to lower-level mechanics and maintenance personnel.Respond to after-hours maintenance emergencies as required to support law enforcement flight operations.Travel throughout Mississippi when necessary to provide maintenance support for aircraft operating away from the primary maintenance facility.Perform other related duties as assigned.
What you'll need to be Successful: Ability to perform FAA maintenance. Abide by regulations and aviation safety. Demonstrate patience and time management.
Preferred Qualifications: Typically requires a High School Diploma or high school equivalency and 6+ years of experience and possess a F.A.A. Airframe and Power plant Mechanics Certificate with an Inspection Authorization (IA).
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Health/Prescription InsuranceEligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state's health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co-payments. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits.
Wellness Benefits
Employees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program. This plan provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible.
Life Insurance
All eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment. The policy coverage is two times the employee's annual salary to a maximum of $100,000. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices.
Optional Insurances
Many agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Many state agencies provide opportunity for employees to participate in pre-tax spending accounts. These accounts allow employees to withhold childcare expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses prior to application of state and federal taxes.
Paid Personal Leave and Sick LeaveFull-time employees receive paid time off for personal needs and for sick leave. Leave begins accruing after one month of employment and may be used as it is accrued. Employees earn approximately 18 days of personal leave annually and 12 days of sick leave annually.
Military Leave
In accordance with federal law, all employees serving in the armed forces or the military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.
Holidays
Employees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation's celebrations with family and friends.
Retirement Programs
The State of Mississippi provides all its employees a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program. Employees become vested in the State's retirement system after 8 years of employment. Both you and your employing agency contribute toward your retirement. More detailed information regarding the State's retirement program can be found at http://www.pers.state.ms.us
Deferred Compensation
State agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan. More information can be found at Deferred Compensation.
State Credit Union
All state employees are eligible to participate in the Mississippi Public Employees' Credit Union. This organization offers state employees special savings and borrowing plans. For more information about this program, call 601.948.8191.
Tuition Reimbursement
Many state agencies provide opportunities for their employees to achieve higher education through tuition reimbursement. Common programs include medical and nursing fields, accounting, and business/administrative fields.
Career Development and Training
The Mississippi State Personnel Board offers several management and administrative certification programs, as well as professional development courses to enhance employee value to the agency. Individual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.
Promotional Opportunities
Employees who have completed 6 or more months of service are eligible for promotional opportunities within state government employment. Minimum qualifications must be met.
Career Ladders
Many job classifications provide career-ladder opportunities based upon attainment of competencies. These career ladders can increase an individual's salary, provided funds are available within the agency.
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How many years of related experience do you have? (Refer to the job posting for an explanation of related experience.)

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What is the highest level of education (or semester hours of college) you have completed from an accredited four-year college or university?

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Do you possess a F.A.A. Airframe and Power plant Mechanics Certificate with an Inspection Authorization (IA)?

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