Aircraft Maintenance Technician (B1)

Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form. From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to some 4,000 employees and some 50 locations worldwide. Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Defence, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing. Behind every seamless Jet Aviation experience is a team of dedicated professionals perfecting the art of flight. The artisans of aviation. The craft that brings our customers’ journey to life. In the hangar, on the ground, and behind the scenes. Enabling global flight, with passion.

Position Summary:

As Aircraft Maintenance Technician at Jet Aviation, you will be working as part of a dedicated maintenance team and will be responsible for successfully carrying out a variety of maintenance tasks on an aircraft in accordance with Jet Aviation procedures and aviation regulations. You will be operating under the Jet Aviation Part 145 approval, the Jet Aviation Health and Safety policy, customer requests, and other airworthiness requirements.

Responsibilities:

1. Assist the Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer in conducting scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks on aircraft in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and company procedures.
2. Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems and components of the aircraft under the direction of the Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer.
3. Perform inspections, servicing, and replacement of parts, and carry out necessary repairs. Execute inspections, modifications, maintenance tasks, and repairs within trade skills while ensuring safety and product quality on aircraft. Perform installations, preventive maintenance, and repairs on airplanes using one or more trade skills.
4. Record all maintenance activities accurately and timely in the maintenance management system, including ensuring the timely and accurate recording of work executed on the aircraft and preparing and maintaining records of completed maintenance repair work.
5. Assist in conducting functional checks and tests of aircraft systems and equipment.
6. Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, and maintain high standards of safety, quality, and workmanship.
7. Work closely with other maintenance personnel and departments to ensure timely and efficient completion of tasks.
8. Participate in continuous improvement activities to enhance maintenance processes and procedures.
9. Maintain current knowledge of all applicable procedures and safety measures.
10. Other duties as may be required from time to time in order to support operational and business success.

Requirements:

1. Mechanical / technical knowledge within an industrial environment, preferably within aviation.
2. Demonstrated understanding of aviation regulatory and safety requirements performing aircraft maintenance.
3. Ability to read and understand Aircraft Maintenance Manuals.
4. Diploma / Foundation Degree in Aircraft Engineering.
5. PC literate with MS packages.
6. Good team player.