Launch Your Career in Aviation
Are you looking to break into the aviation industry and become part of a fast-paced operation that keeps aircraft moving safely and efficiently? Freight Runners Express / Air Charter Express is seeking a motivated, dependable, and detail-oriented Aviation Parts Clerk to join our maintenance support team.
This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone interested in aviation logistics, aircraft maintenance support, inventory management, or warehouse operations. You'll work directly with aviation professionals in an exciting airline environment where every day brings something different.
If you enjoy organization, teamwork, hands-on work, and aviation, we want to hear from you.
What You'll Do
As an Aviation Parts Clerk, you will play a critical role in supporting aircraft maintenance operations by ensuring technicians have the tools, materials, and aircraft parts they need to keep our fleet operating safely and on schedule.
Responsibilities Include:
- Manage, track, and distribute aircraft parts, materials, hardware, and tooling
- Operate the aircraft parts counter and support maintenance technicians throughout the day
- Issue, receive, and restock aircraft parts and specialized tooling
- Process aircraft component cores and maintain accurate documentation
- Coordinate pending core inventory and communicate with repair personnel
- Submit mechanic parts requests for purchasing approval
- Assist with shipping and receiving activities, including unpacking, inspecting, and logging incoming aircraft parts and repairs
- Prepare and package aircraft materials and components for outbound shipment
- Maintain organized and accurate inventory records using computerized inventory systems
- Perform routine inventory cycle counts and ensure proper labelling and storage of parts
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient parts department
- Follow company procedures related to safety, quality standards, and FAA compliance
What We're Looking For
Preferred Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED
- Previous aviation, warehouse, logistics, or inventory experience is helpful but not required
- Basic computer and data entry skills
- Strong attention to detail and organizational ability
- Team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Physical Requirements
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting
- Ability to go up and down stairs
- Ability to regularly lift and move items weighing up to 50-75 lbs
Additional Requirements
- Valid driver's license required
- Comfortable working behind a desk and in the warehouse
- Ability to obtain and maintain an Airport Security Badge
Schedule
- Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Compensation & Benefits
- $20-$23 per hour, depending on experience
- Full benefits package
- Opportunity to grow within the aviation industry
Why Join Freight Runners Express?
At Freight Runners Express, you'll become part of a team that helps keep cargo aircraft operating safely and efficiently across the country. This position offers hands-on aviation experience, opportunities for advancement, and exposure to the exciting world of airline maintenance operations.
FRE/ACE is a part 135 airline operating in Milwaukee for over 30 years. We offer newer facilities, heated hangars, updated aircraft and avionics, and friendly atmosphere. We are a growing company with plenty of room to advance your career with management opportunities. We are proud to be a drug and alcohol free workplace and require pre-employment and random prohibited substance testing. Each applicant must be a United States citizen, or have the right to work in the United States. FRE/ACE is an equal opportunity employer.