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Aircraft Maintenance Technician - Military Veterans

at General Dynamics

Responsibilities for this Position

Location: Vienna, AT
Flexible Work Arrangement: Onsite
Career Level: Technicians / Crew
Requisition Id: 1911

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.

Main Responsibilities

  • Assist the Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer in conducting scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks on aircraft in accordance with manufacturers specifications and company procedures.
  • Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems and components of the aircraft under the direction of the Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
  • Perform inspections, servicing, and replacement of parts, and carry out necessary repairs
  • Executes inspections, modifications, maintenance tasks, repairs within trade skills while ensuring safety and product quality on aircrafts
  • Performs installations, preventive maintenance, and repairs on airplanes using one or more trade skills
  • 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.
  • Assist in conducting functional checks and tests of aircraft systems and equipment
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, and maintain high standards of safety, quality, and workmanship
  • Work closely with other maintenance personnel and departments to ensure timely and efficient completion of tasks
  • Participate in continuous improvement activities to enhance maintenance processes and procedures
  • Maintains current knowledge of all applicable procedures and safety measures
  • Other duties as may be required from time-to-time in order to support operational and business success.

Minimum Requirements

  • At least two years of relevant experience in a Part 145 organization Mechanical/technical apprenticeship (preferably in aviation or related field)
  • Basic level of English, minimum B1 level (B2 preferred) / must be able to read and understand maintenance tasks in English manuals
  • Ability to complete basic maintenance tasks with full supervision from the Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (e.g. removing panels, lubrication, cleaning)
  • Ability to complete maintenance tasks independently
  • Ability to remove and install aircraft parts, perform GVI and DI
  • Ability to complete maintenance tasks independently and without supervision
  • EU citizenship or valid work and residence permit

If you are interested in a multicultural, challenging and innovative working environment and your profile matches our requirements, we are looking forward to receiving your online application in English.

Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Jet Aviation, where individuals are hired, employed, recognized, and advance based upon their individual skills and abilities and without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, age, religion, physical or mental disability status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), status as a protected veteran or any status or characteristic protected from employment discrimination under applicable federal, state and local laws (EEO status). This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, promotions, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, and opportunities for training and advancement.

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General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.

Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.

General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.

Who We Are Looking For 

General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization.  We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.

Should I Apply?

At General Dynamics, our employees are the heart of our company. We rely on their dedication to excellence and their intimate knowledge of customer requirements to meet the needs of customers around the globe, day in and day out. Our employees' unique blend of skill, innovation and agility drives our continued success, and we take our responsibility to them seriously. If you are a military veteran or military spouse ready to advance your career, view our available career opportunities to the right for more information and to apply today!

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