Aircraft Component Technician – Technician II in Hauppauge, New York at NORTHEAST AERO COMPRESSOR CORP

Northeast Aero is seeking skilled and motivated technicians with a hunger for knowledge and a passion for aviation repair to join our team. We currently have open positions in Pneumatic, Rotating, Fuel, Electro/Mechanical, and Hydraulics departments.

Our ideal candidate is a team player with a passion for working with their hands, utilizing various tools, materials, and specialized testing equipment to test and repair aircraft components in accordance with OEM and/or customer specifications.

The technician's responsibilities include testing, troubleshooting, disassembling, and assembling aircraft components. All positions require knowledge of our procedures as they pertain to processes and documentation. On-the-job training and oversight are provided by NEACO management.

Primary Responsibilities

• Commitment to company values and ethics
• Test and repair aircraft components in accordance with company-provided data (manuals, drawings, procedures, etc.) and company-provided training
• Maintain a clean, clutter-free work area
• Correctly, concisely, and legibly complete all company forms and reports as required by management (both written and online)
• Work with co-workers to achieve goals and objectives set by management
• Assist in basic shop upkeep and maintenance, including routine cleaning of the technician's work area and periodic shop maintenance assignments
• Communicate clearly and effectively with internal and external representatives, including management, customer representatives, FAA inspectors, and airline inspectors (training provided)

Experience and Skills

• 3-6 years of experience in an MRO environment
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Expert with hand tools
• Fully proficient with general electrical soldering and/or circuit board level soldering
• Ability to follow instructions and work according to written procedures concisely and accurately
• Fluent in speaking, reading, and writing English
• Able to read and thoroughly understand technical drawings, blueprints, manuals, and instructions (a pre-employment technical skills and comprehension test may be required)
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and highly organized
• Proficient in inspection, testing, and repair of most units in the department
• Experience using a computer
• Punctual and reliable
• Valid driver's license
• Technician candidate must own their own set of basic hand tools

Education

• High school diploma or GED required
• A&P license/certificate not required (but a plus)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Constant hand manipulation of small to medium components
• Sitting or standing for long periods of time
• Frequent use of hand tools and other repair equipment
• Use of chemicals for cleaning, lubricating, and painting

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly position commensurate with experience level, skill level, and/or certifications: $31-$40/hour
• We offer medical, dental, vision, life, and other insurance options
• 401(k) with 100% match on first 4%
• Full-time workers receive paid holidays, vacation, and sick/personal leave accrued on hire date

Additional Information

This position is safety-sensitive and requires participation in the FAA DOT Drug Abatement Program. Pre-employment and random drug/alcohol testing required. A pre-employment technical skills and comprehension test may be administered.

Northeast Aero Compressor is an equal opportunity employer.
On-the-job training and oversight provided by NEACO management.