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Hawker Beechcraft Corporation (HBC)
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Job Location: Wichita, KS
Functional Area: Production & Manufacturing
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Reference Code
50206977EX
Company
Hawker Beechcraft Corporation is a world-leading manufacturer of business, special-mission and trainer aircraft – designing, marketing and supporting aviation products and services for businesses, governments and individuals worldwide. The company’s headquarters and major facilities are located in Wichita, Kansas, with operations in Little Rock, Arkansas; and Chester, England, U.K. The company leads the industry with a global network of more than 100 factory-owned and authorized service centers.
Department
Global Mission Support (GMS)
Position Summary
Position Summary / Job Description:
Maintains all aircraft/systems in accordance with and within the limitations of the FAA and the aircraft manufacturer. Reports directly to the Lead Mechanic on a day to day basis. Responsible for the flight line operations to include launch and recovery to support the contractual mission requirements. Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance per the maintenance manuals.
Job Duties:
Inspect and certify aircraft at specific intervals as required by Hawker Beechcraft, Government and the FAA
Troubleshoot system malfunctions and perform necessary corrective actions
Remove and replace defective components.
Comply with Service Bulletins, Instructions and Airworthiness Directives as directed
Perform preflight and postflight, turn around inspections and servicing when required.
Perform maintenance on Ground Support Equipment (GSE), mechanic hand tools, sheet metal tools per OEM-approved technical data.
Maintain aircraft logbooks and historical data as required.
Wash, wax, clean and maintain exterior and interior of aircraft.
Required Skills:
Familiar with FAA regulatory requirements
Experience in working with DOD agencies and foreign military services
One or more years of recent hands on powerplant and airframe experience
Results-driven with strong focus on delivering significant quality benefits
Strong bias for action and ability to demonstrate initiative
Strong coaching and development background with individuals and teams
High-achieving and ambitious self-starter with a track record of successful accomplishments in training operations
Must have an in-depth knowledge (aircraft/vehicle movement and safety/hazards) of flight line operations
Physical ability to lift and handle 50 lbs and perform climbing and stooping as related to the job
Preferred Skills:
Familiarity with US Government contracts.
A background in USAF aviation and maintenance management
Previous experience with Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs
T-6 maintenance experience
Turbo Prop experience
Previous military experience in the field of aviation maintenance
Valid Level II NDT authorization in PT, MT, ET and UT
Education Required:
High school diploma or equivalent Military / Technical Hands-on training with 1 year experience in aviation maintenance
US drivers’ license
Preferred Education:
Have at least 10 years of directly related experience (Military experience preferred),
Bachelor's degree in technical related field with at least 5 years directly related experience
Inspection Authorization
Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate or equivalent Military / Technical Hands-on training with 3 year experience in aviation maintenance
Other considerations:
Potential international travel, as needed per program requirements
Must be able to work in the established austere working and living environment
Potential work schedule to include days and nights while not exceeding 60 hours a week to support mission requirements.
Position Contingent on Contract Award
Branch
HBS Govt Aftermarket (GAM)
Benefits
Hawker Beechcraft Corporation produces a wide range of the finest general-aviation, special-mission and trainer aircraft in the world. The company environment offers employees with dynamic challenges and engaging learning experiences to succeed in the aviation industry today.
We also offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package to you, your spouse or same-sex domestic partner, and your eligible children. In addition to protecting you and your family's health and well-being, we provide important income and work/life benefits to meet your needs.
Note: Packages will vary according to employees’ payroll designations and locations. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a bargaining unit will be in iverse Workforce
Diverse Workforce
Diversity at Hawker Beechcraft Corporation means building a culture in which all employees feel welcome and able to contribute to their maximum. We believe this gives us the advantage to attract, fully utilize, inspire and retain the most talented people possible. We want our employees to question more thoughtfully than our competitors, think more completely, consider from more perspectives and come to better conclusions. All of these are the critical ingredients necessary to compete in the global general-aviation industry.
In 2006, the company received the Equal Opportunity Corporate Diversity Award from the Urban League in Wichita, Kan. The award recognized our efforts for further understanding and cooperation among employees, customers and the community; to establish a diversity program that includes recruitment, promotion and supply chain components; and to contribute to improving the quality of life in the greater Wichita metro area by encouraging employee involvement.
One reflection of our commitment to diversity can be seen in the formally recognized networking groups called Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). These groups foster an inclusive work environment so that all employees are fully engaged and working together effectively to meet our business goals.
ERGs serve as forums to communicate diversity issues and concerns to leadership in a neutral, respective environment. Each group focuses on personal and professional development, while also taking on company and community projects.
> Women’s Network Initiative (WNI)
> Black Employees Network (BEN)
> Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender and Allies (GLBTA)
> Young Employee Success Network (YESnet)accordance with the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits for Hawker Beechcraft Services vary for some coverage options.
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Hawker Beechcraft Corporation (HBC)
Hawker Beechcraft is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor.
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