Landing Gear Mechanic

Who we are:
AerSale® is a global leader and market innovator specializing in aviation products and services to meet the growing demand for aftermarket support in global passenger, cargo, and government segments. Featuring complete aircraft nose-to-tail, value-added offerings, including Aircraft & Component Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul Services (MRO), Aircraft & Engine Sales and Leasing, Used Serviceable Material (USM) Sales and Parts Exchange, Flight Equipment Asset Management Services, Internally developed aircraft and component modifications (engineered solutions) designed to enhance aircraft performance and operating economics (e.g. AerSale®, AerTrak® and AerAware).
For more information, visit us at www.aersale.com.

What we Offer:
• Medical Insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with Employer Contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Education Reimbursement (related field)
• Employee Referral Program and Recognition Program
• Paid Holidays and 15 Paid Time-Off Days annually

Job Description:

Job Summary: The Landing Gear Mechanic is knowledgeable in each process of production from the start of teardown to final assembly. This person will apply that knowledge to overhaul a landing gear within a specified timeframe while working cohesively with an assigned group of team members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Disassemble landing gear assemblies, then clean and tag the individual part pieces.
• Clean part surfaces using brushes, chemical sprays, cloth wipes, water, degreasers, wet hone, and media blast which includes walnut shells and baking soda in either a glove box blaster or a large walk-in booth.
• Evaluate each component to locate any damage utilizing both manual and digital measuring devices such as calipers, micrometers and bore gauges. May use grinders in the process.
• Record data and document work performed using a computer or other electronic device.
• Mask and tape part pieces prior to the surface finishing processes. May also process parts through various types of electro-chemical plating tanks and may perform paint detailing which includes the use of HVLP spray guns to obtain a specified thickness.
• Transfer parts using hand pushed carts as well as operating a large commercial oven.
• Install bushings, assemble sub and main components resulting in a complete functional landing gear including the repair and installation of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and structural accessories.
• Set up, operate, and maintain applicable tools and equipment.
• Maintain an organized workspace and ensure that all work is performed in accordance with technical data to company standards, and customer and regulatory requirements.
• Perform additional duties as directed by Supervisor
• May occasionally be required to work overtime including evenings or weekends as necessary to meet deadlines.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or an equivalent.
• Proficient in the English language.
• At minimum 2 years or more of consecutive mechanical maintenance experience.

Abilities and Skills:

• Arm-Hand Steadiness, walk, carry, straight pull, pull hand over hand, push, reach above shoulders, and bend.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Vision abilities required: Near, distant, color discrimination, peripheral vision, depth perception.
• Stand for extended periods of time.
• Able to be in an enclosed 10’ by 14’ room to utilize the walk-in blaster periodically.
• Work under pressure in a fast-paced industry meeting established timeline.
• Detail orientated and organized.
• Follow and complete work and router instructions.
• Computer literate with ability to enter data, access emails, follow technical data, and file management.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic math skills including the ability to measure with precision to ten-thousandths of an inch.
• Teamwork Oriented.
• Time management.
• Results driven.
• Demonstrate thorough working knowledge within 90 days on the job.

Position PPE Requirements:

Compliance with safety and health protocols including the use of personal protective equipment.

Other Position Requirements:

Flexibility to work any shift as necessary when operational objectives require it.

This position is safety sensitive and is subject to DOT drug and alcohol regulations.

Successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

If you would like to see your career take flight, apply today!

Aersale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. As a Government Contractor Aersale takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to disability or veteran status. If you are an Individual with Disability and require any assistance with the application process please contact Human Resources at:  [email protected].