Field Airborne Support Team AMT V A&P (Avionics) - Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation : Job Details

Field Airborne Support Team AMT V A&P (Avionics) in San Jose, CA

5,000 Sign On Bonus Eligible

Unique Skills :

This posting requires a strong Avionics background and is stationed in the San Jose, CA area.

100% travel

Field Airborne Support Tech - Must be available on an on-call basis, with the ability to be on site or dispatched within two hours of the initial contact from Gulfstream. Recruiting in the West Coast Region - Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington.

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. 8 years aviation maintenance experience (avionics, electrical, and/or mechanical) including 4 years of relevant Gulfstream aircraft experience. A&P (FAA Airframe and Powerplant) license required. Valid Driver's License required. Ability to obtain Passport required.

Position Purpose: Perform technical functions of aircraft maintenance, repair, replacement, and modification of key aircraft components on AOG aircraft both on road trips and in the Customer Support organization. Perform troubleshooting and repair duties requiring accuracy and skill on customer live in-service aircraft. Support the customer in diagnosing and resolving technical problems with the aircraft.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities : Essential Functions :

• Must be available on an on-call basis, with the ability to be on site or dispatched on the FAST aircraft within two hours of the initial contact from Gulfstream.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with the customer, scheduling, FAST flight crews, Tech Ops, business office, vendors, Warranty, Field Service Representatives, and Hangar Ops.
• Acts as the single point of contact between Gulfstream and the customer to relay aircraft schedule and return to service expectations.
• Perform required AOG maintenance and necessary servicing of all aircraft mechanical systems.
• Work independently to perform maintenance and avionics tasks within the quoted or standard CMP time with minimal supervision.
• Repair, maintain, install, and troubleshoot mechanical and functional components of the aircraft including airframes, engine components, landing gear, electrical components, and control systems.
• Coordinate with inspection to ensure compliance with internal and FAA inspection and documentation requirements.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with customers and provide briefings during road trips.
• Properly identify (tag) customer property and equipment. Store aircraft components securely.
• Follow standard operating procedures and JSAs when operating ground support equipment.
• Operate and oversee use of special support equipment for major component removal and installation.

Additional Functions :

• Order and receive tooling and materials needed for AOG aircraft servicing.
• Arrange shipment of core units and tooling back to Gulfstream.
• Identify advanced troubleshooting techniques for all aircraft models with Tech Ops assistance.

Other Requirements :

• Advanced knowledge of inspection and maintenance procedures for various aircraft models and systems.
• Proficiency with technical reference materials (manuals, IPCs, Service Bulletins, manuals, drawings, ADS, etc.).
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.