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A&P Mechanic (Entry Level)

Come join the Bell Piney Flats Aircraft Services team and help ensure best in class service to our customers. In this position, you'll be an integral part of the Aircraft Maintenance and/or Aircraft Customization team, performing a variety of tasks such as installations, inspections, fabrication, and modification, all in accordance with applicable data and customer specifications. You'll be able to showcase and grow your technical ability and teamwork skills, while gaining valuable hands-on experience.

What you'll be doing as an A&P Mechanic (Entry Level):

• Perform basic maintenance such as preservation/depreservation and removal and repair of basic airframe components
• Perform basic inspections such as 25hr/30 day and 6 month inspections
• Perform basic repairs, including basic sheet metal repairs
• Fabricate basic parts as needed
• Assist with post maintenance flyoffs as needed
• Safely and appropriately use basic hand tools and airframe specific tools
• Read and interpret installation instructions, maintenance manuals, and drawings
• Document work performed in work order book consistently and accurately
• Learn and apply knowledge of tasks
• Work effectively on a team to ensure quality and timely completions of aircraft to meet aggressive schedule
• Demonstrate safe work habits and always wear proper PPE
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Skills You Bring To This Role:

• Self-motivation
• Ability to work well with others in a team-oriented environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately
• Strong organization skills
• Ability to perform job duties, including basic measuring, drilling, and fabrication tasks
• Ability to work from detailed documents, technical manuals, and blueprints
• Ability to work overtime as required

What You Need To Be Successful:

• High School Diploma or GED
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant Certificate
• 0 to 2 years performing heavy maintenance on rotorcraft, preferably Bell aircraft, or equivalent

Preferred:

• Sheet metal and basic avionics skills
• 3 years automotive or military experience
• Bell field maintenance courses, Bell commercial rotorcraft experience

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 lbs., and to team lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to perform prolonged kneeling, squatting, sitting, crawling, and climbing stairs, ladders and work stands.
• Ability to stand for extended periods during the entire duration of shift.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for handling small components and tools.
• Flexibility to bend, stoop, and crouch as required for tasks.
• Good vision, including the ability to focus on small details and identify defects.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding progress and potential issues.
• Willingness to follow instructions and ask for clarification when needed.

What We Offer You In Return:

• 80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)
• 120 hours Vacation time
• 12-13 paid holidays per year
• 6 weeks parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health insurance
• On-site Bell Piney Flats fitness center (employees only)
• Access to Employee Resource Groups
• And so much more

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EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Non-U.S. persons selected must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-restricted information. The ITAR/EAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Preference given to Veterans of the U. S. Armed Forces.

Recruiting Company: Bell Textron Inc.

Primary Location: US-Tennessee-Piney Flats

Job Function: Flight Operations

Schedule: Full-time

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Job Type: Standard

Shift: First Shift