Airframe and Engine Mechanic jobs in Knoxville, TN

Job Summary:

Airframe & Powerplant technicians are certified and licensed by the Federal Aviation Administration to perform maintenance, scheduled and unscheduled on airframes and engines on aircraft registered in the United States of America.

Hours for this position are Monday - Thursday, 3:00 pm- 1:30 am.

Essential Duties:

• Examine replacement aircraft parts for defects
• Diagnose mechanical or electrical problems
• Read and understand maintenance manuals and other technical documents and identify repair procedures
• Repair wings, brakes, electrical systems and other aircraft components
• Replace defective parts using approved tooling
• Test aircraft parts with proper diagnostic equipment
• Inspect complete work for compliance and performance standards
• Review and research aircraft records
• Interpret flight test data to diagnose malfunction and performance problems
• Assemble aircraft components, perform required measurement and testing
• Install system software and databases       

Education and/or Experience:

• Possess FAA Airframe, Power plant or Airframe and Power plant Certificate or equivalent work experience (Repairman Certificate eligible)
• Practical experience preferred
• Cirrus SR2X Experience/Factory Training a plus
• Aircraft paint and refinishing experience a plus

 Additional Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities:

• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration Regulations 

Certificates or Licensures:

• FAA Airframe, Power Plant or Airframe and Power Plant Certificate

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  Overtime hours may be required.

This opportunity is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. Chosen as the location for our Vision Center Campus, the hub of our customer experience activities, Knoxville is often described as a hidden gem. Surrounded by the Smoky Mountains and home to the rambling Tennessee River, the town offers a plethora of outdoor activities and a vibrant downtown. Very few places feature the opportunity to experience live music, culture, outdoor adventures and acclaimed cuisine in one location. It’s no wonder why Knoxville was recently named as a “Top 10 Destination on the Rise” by Trip Advisor.

Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.