Job Description:

• Inspects aircraft and identifies any maintenance or repair needs and determines if aircraft is airworthy.
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses reported problems with all aircraft systems.
• Completes routine scheduled inspections on assigned maintenance or repair tasks.
• Approves aircraft for return to service after repairs or maintenance is completed.
• Documents all completed repairs or maintenance in hard copy and electronic files in compliance with Federal Aviation Administration regulations and College of Aviation standards.
• Provides instruction to full-time and part-time staff completing maintenance or repair tasks.
• Operates aircraft to transport to or from maintenance facilities, to perform diagnostic tests or to verify maintenance is complete.

Short Job Description:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years' relevant experience.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of relevant Federal Aviation Administration regulations.
• Federal Aviation Administration airframe and powerplant license.
• Inspection Authorization license.

Job Ref: S1021P

Job Reply URL: 3350

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One of the top-100 public universities in the United States, Western Michigan University is committed to being learner centered, discovery driven and globally engaged. Founded in 1903, what was once Western Michigan College became Michigan's fourth public university in 1957. Since then, WMU has undergone dramatic growth in size and stature. Today, the University offers more than 240 academic programs to students pursuing degrees through the doctoral level. More than 20 percent of its 25,000 students are enrolled in graduate course work, studying in disciplines ranging from atomic physics and graph theory to medieval literature and blind rehabilitation. Of 101 graduate offerings available, 30 lead to a doctoral degree.

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