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If you're ready to grow, innovate, and help us deliver excellence every single day, you belong here.

Position Summary:

Inspect, modify, and repair aircraft at the maintenance base and remote locations. Troubleshot technical discrepancies and executes repairs of company aircraft. Provides guidance to the entry-level mechanics/on site contract mechanics on basic tasks and troubleshooting. Proficient in the use of electronic test equipment, voltage/amperage measuring, recording devices, and navigation of troubleshooting equipment.

Values and Behavioral Standards:

To ensure the effective communication and application of company values and behavioral standards, as stated in our company "Code of Conduct" policy, and to respond appropriately in the event of any known departure.

Major Job Accountabilities:

• Troubleshoot technical discrepancies and execute repairs of company aircraft.
• Accomplish aircraft inspections per company procedures.
• Proficient in the use of electronic test equipment, voltage or amperage measuring, recording devices, and navigation troubleshooting equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, schematics, and technical orders.
• Inspect and assist in maintenance of company equipment and tooling.
• Work as a member of a team that will interface with contract maintenance personnel.
• Follow safety measures, good shop practices, and cleanliness standards.
• Communicate discrepancies to the Maintenance Control department found during inspections and follow directions to troubleshoot and repair faulty conditions.
• Ensure that all aircraft documentation is completed accurately per company and FAA procedures prior to aircraft departure.
• Provide guidance to mechanics on advanced tasks.
• Organize daily tasks and coordinate inspections/repair of aircraft.
• Coordinate materials and tooling requirements for projected work for the entire shift.
• Perform Manual and Aircraft parts inventories as required.
• Assist other company departments to ensure the on-time departure of company aircraft.
• Additional duties assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 5+ years of transport category aircraft maintenance experience (Boeing series aircraft - preferred) 767,777 747-400, 747-800 Gen Fam with RII authorization.
• Unrestricted engine run qualifications on 767, 777, and 747 aircraft.
• Formal training on advanced systems/avionics on 767, 777, 747 aircraft
• Must possess a valid passport and be able to travel for AOG recovery and special projects regularly without any restrictions.
• Must possess a valid State-issued driver's license.
• Bore scope qualified on CFM, Pratt Whitney, or GE-90 engines.
• Must possess a Valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant Certificate.

Skills:

• Must be able to read, write, speak fluently, and understand the English language.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft software and in use of digital manuals.
• Strong work ethic and organizational skills.
• Must be able to work in variable weather conditions.
• Ability to lift parts and equipment.
• Able to work rotating schedules to include weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Must be able to work on a team and provide instruction to others.
• Must be able to adapt to changing flight schedules and work hours at short notice.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to afford equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, place of birth, age, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable in accordance with federal, state and local laws.

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Competitive compensation will be offered based on a variety of factors, including a candidate's experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity and other factors. In addition, a range of benefits to include medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, as well as generous paid time off, and 401K contributions are offered as a part of the total compensation package.

Pay Range

$94,000 - $126,500 USD

At Atlas Air Worldwide, we believe in the power of people, the promise of innovation, and the responsibility we hold to each other, to our customers, and to the planet. Join us and be part of a team that lifts more than cargo; we lift ambition.

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