JOB DESCRIPTION

SkillBridge Qualified Candidates Only

StandardAero Houston is a premier business aviation MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) facility specializing in the service of mid-sized corporate jets. We support an extensive range of aircraft models, including renowned brands such as Falcon, Hawker, Challenger, Learjet, Gulfstream, and Embraer. In addition to comprehensive airframe services, the facility features a state-of-the-art engine shop and test cell, performing overhauls on TFE731 and CFE738 engines. With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, StandardAero Houston is dedicated to keeping business aviation flying safely and efficiently.

As a SkillBridge Mechanic Trainee, working on the Airframe side of our operations you will learn to perform technical inspections and troubleshooting as well as cross training in other complementary skillsets such as Structures and Avionics. Working with a team of specialized A&P Mechanics, you will maintain midsized corporate aircraft and perform operational checks.

What You'll Do

• Follow all required standards in the performance of assigned work displaying appropriate competencies in accordance with FAA Regulations, OEM manuals, and related materials.
• Conduct necessary troubleshooting and/or repair
• Disassembly and assembly of various aircraft components according to sequence utilizing aircraft tools and other equipment for repair and/or overhaul.
• Inspect aircraft parts to determine and/or perform NDT requirements.
• Utilizes applicable database system in order to retrieve information regarding parts inventory, manufacturing models, serial numbers, and/or other pertinent information to ensure proper documentation.
• Refer to technical publications, specification sheets and/or other regulatory requirements in order to ensure that all tasks have been completed in proper sequence and required signed-off.

DoD SkillBridge Eligibility Requirements:

• Has served at least 180 days on active duty
• Can participate within the last 6 months of separation or retirement
• Will receive an honorable discharge
• Has taken any service TAP/TGPS
• Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
• Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of the fellowship.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must meet all aforementioned eligibility requirements as outlined above
• Ability to attain FAA A&P license within 1 year of hire.
• Computer literacy skills are required, as well as the ability to read, interpret and understand technical manuals, micrometers and other precision-measuring instruments.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous engine maintenance experience in the aerospace field on turbine engines; Honeywell, Rolls Royce and/or Pratt & Whitney experience
• Valid FAA A&P licenses

SkillBridge Specific Information:

This is an unpaid fellowship through the Department of Defense (DoD) SkillBridge Program. The candidate(s) selected for this role will remain an employee of the DoD and will receive compensation and benefits through the DoD. The individual(s) selected will not receive compensation or benefits from StandardAero and will not be an employee, agent, or contractor of StandardAero.

The world's Leading Independent MROs: StandardAero founded in 1999 is a leading provider of maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services including engine R&O, airframe R&O, engine component repair, engineering services, interior completions and paint application