A&P Mechanic

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Please note: this is a 6-month contract position. LTA Research and Exploration, an aerospace start-up,

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OtherTrades & Skilled LaborA&P Mechanic

Please note: this is a 6-month contract position.

LTA Research and Exploration, an aerospace start-up, is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic specializing in systems integration on research and development flight vehicles. In order to help advance our goal of bringing revolutionary airships to life, the A&P Mechanic will work directly with the appropriate company personnel to organize, plan, and execute the integration of various subsystems. This position will also provide flight operational support as required.

Coordinating, planning, and performing systems integration activities on the flight vehicle, ensuring all work is conducted in accordance with engineering data, manufacturer’s publications, and FAA guidelines

Installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining airship subsystems including fuel, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic

Providing feedback to engineering on installation plans

Leading and coordinating small teams during the systems integration process

Using engineering and mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and systems schematics to complete work in the absence of manufacturer’s maintenance publications

Maintaining all airship maintenance records in accordance with current FAA regulations

Participating in line maintenance activities during flight operations

Managing spare parts, consumable inventories, and tool control

Maintaining all airship maintenance equipment, hydraulic power packs, maintenance platforms, and any additional equipment used to support the airship

FAA Airframe and Powerplant license

6+ years of aircraft maintenance experience with a concentration in Systems Integration on advanced research and development flight vehicles

Subsystem troubleshooting and maintenance experience on fuel, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems

Proficient in using engineering and mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and systems schematics to complete work in the absence of manufacturer’s maintenance publications

Previous experience managing installation teams

Compliant with all environmental health and safety policies and procedures

Proficient in using calibrated tools, calipers, micrometers, torque wrenches, and other hand tools

Proficient in operating man lifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, and maintenance platforms

Familiarity with Google Suite (Gmail, Drive, Sheets) and other basic technology

Ability to obtain a DOT driver's license

Capable of lifting and transporting up to 50 pounds

Capable of sitting or standing for long periods of time

200 lbs weight limit on the structure for the upper sections of the airship

Background check clearance

Drug Test clearance wherever applicable

Relocation assistance