Job description

Overview

At Eastern Airlines curiosity and excitement for growth go a long way. In fact, Eastern Airlines was launched by seekers, adventurers and above all fliers. Our rich legacy and pioneering spirit are still evident in our team today.

Our open-hearted attitude, respect for the people we fly and our attention to detail is what sets Eastern Airlines apart from its competitors. Natural curiosity and hunger for wonder are behaviors that make our employees successful.

This summary provides a listing of the knowledge, skills and abilities that are critical components for the position of Flight Mechanic Engineer.

General

This is a full-time position that will report to the Director of Maintenance and interact with the Director of Operations, the Chief Pilot, Systems Operations Control staff, and the Company’s flight crews. The responsibilities include the day to day aircraft maintenance needs of the Company involving a variety of maintenance tasks relating to the Company’s aircraft and engines. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a thorough knowledge and understanding of all FAR aircraft maintenance requirements. Excellent communication skills are required, and the successful candidate must be able to exhibit the values and culture of the company while working with flight crews in a fast paced/dynamic environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Perform aircraft maintenance per manufacturers’ recommendations and adhere to approved procedures and data while performing their duties;
Meet aircraft at transit stations, checks aircraft maintenance logs, and responds to discrepancies entered into the logbook;
Perform routine and non-routine maintenance on aircraft;
References the Aircraft Maintenance Manual, the Illustrated Parts Catalog, the Structural Repair Manual, the Component Maintenance Manuals, and the wiring diagrams to perform work on aircraft; Completes required paperwork accurately using procedures set forth in the General Maintenance Manual (GMM);

Uses only approved and certified hardware, parts, and equipment to be installed or used on aircraft;
Promotes teamwork amongst maintenance personnel and flight crews;
Helps maintain facilities and equipment as directed by the leadership team;
Upholds safety and security procedures and awareness;
Has the ability to obtain additional qualifications through training and education as needed;
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High School Diploma, General Education Development (GED) Diploma, or higher is required
Valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant Certificate is required
Ability to successfully pass assessment which demonstrates basic knowledge of line maintenance under part 121 operations
Two (2) years’ experience on commercial aircraft in a part 121 environment
Ability to travel to airport/aircraft field locations with little or short notice
Ability to drive tugs, trucks, taxi aircraft, lift trucks, snorkel lift, boom lift and tractor and/or other maintenance vehicles
Ability to communication effectively; in both oral and written communication
Ability to crawl, bend, kneel, climb, and stoop frequently in confined spaces
Ability to work under pressure in a team environment
Possess and maintain a valid Driver License and a driving record from the state of your primary residence that meets the Company’s insurance standards
Valid US Passport
Pass a two (2) year drug and alcohol background check, pre-employment drug test, and criminal history records check (CHRC)
Eligible to work in the United States
Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite and the Internet
Familiarity with accessing online aircraft manuals
Ability to multitask and work under pressure in a dynamic environment
Work will include outdoors with seasonal weather
Bids work schedule by seniority (days, swings, or midnight shift, holidays)
Travel will be required
Ability to work in elevated areas
Position requires extremely strenuous physical work sometimes involving objects in excess of seventy (70) to one hundred (100) pounds, i.e. very heavy.
While Eastern does not currently require COVID-19 Vaccination, where we are completing our work may have more stringent rules than Eastern. If where the employee is working has a stricter rule than Eastern, the work location where the employee is workings rules are what the employee is expected to adhere to.