Head Aircraft Mechanic (Jet) jobs in Bridgeport, CT

Executive Jet Management, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is seeking qualified Maintenance Mechanic candidates for a Citation XLSaircraft based in Bridgeport, CT (KBDR). This person will be responsible for the welfare of passengers in all aspects of cabin safety and service. A qualified Maintenance Mechanic should be trained and proficient in the appropriate portions of Abnormal and Emergency procedures and in all areas of cabin systems and operations. This is a two pilot account supported by a Maintenance Technician flying part 135.The Full Managed Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) is responsible to perform all phases of troubleshooting, repair and maintenance on company aircraft and component parts to include: dismantling, repairing, and assembling of machinery and mechanical devices and the exchange and replacement of electrical equipment or electrical components. In addition, the Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) is responsible to inspect required items and maintain Company operated aircraft in a continuously airworthy condition in accordance with applicable Federal Air Regulations (FARs).

• Perform, or oversee the performance of, and document scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft including engines, landing gear, instruments, pressurized sections, accessories (brakes, valves, pumps, air conditioning systems, seats, etc.) and other parts of the owner aircraft as required. Repairs and services hangar, shop and ground support equipment.
• Do necessary inspections using precision instruments to measure parts for wear and use. Comply with tool calibration requirements. Communicate all inspections and calibrations with the EJM Fleet Department. Ensure that all safety regulations including hazardous waste management are complied with in on a federal, state and local level.
• Travel to airport locations to repair owner aircraft in Aircraft on Ground (AOG) status or arrange repairs through outside vendors. On occasion travel on the owner aircraft for test flights, troubleshooting or at the owner's request. Coordinate release of aircraft with EJM Fleet Department.
• Performs receiving inspection on all incoming parts and components.
• Responsible for assuring that the company's goals for safety, security and quality are met by continual compliance with the company Safety Management System (SMS) program and reporting through the appropriate process any safety, security or quality recommendations or non-compliance observations.
• Note: It is not possible to list all required job duties on this form. There may be other important duties assigned, depending on the position. For a full list of essential job functions, please refer to the essential functions worksheet for that position.

• Ability to run and taxi owner aircraft.
• Ability to work on a lift platform 3 feet to 40 feet in the air, as required by repair needs.
• Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time while performing repairs.
• Ability to operate various tools including, but not limited to jacks, welders, torches, paint guns, sanders, and drill press.
• Ability to lift and move machine parts weighing up to 70 pounds from ground to equipment level (waist level) and maneuver any single item weighing up to 125 pounds with appropriate equipment or assistance from another person.
• Ability to learn and use technical manuals. Good mechanical aptitude and ability to solve problems effectively.
• Able to communicate both in writing and orally in clear and understandable manner.
• Must be able to effectively and quickly perform repairs in short notice, high pressure situations.
• Must be able to input and retrieve information from computers.
• Able to travel to locations, in all weather conditions, in order to perform repairs.
• Must be able to perform receiving inspection to company standards
• Must possess the ability to operate basic hand tools.
• Preference given to local candidates with rating and similar aircraft size experience.