University of Alaska Anchorage’s Aviation Technology Division (ATD) invites applications for an Aircraft Maintenance Technician with Inspection Authorization position for the Aviation Technology Flight School.

As a mechanic for ATD, you will be responsible for performing the duties of an FAA-certificated Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic with Inspection Authorization conducting required maintenance & preventative maintenance of UAA Flight Training Aircraft including 50-hour inspections, 100-hour inspections, annual, and phase inspections. This position is responsible for debriefing pilots concerning any aircraft malfunction. As well as running and taxiing aircraft under power, troubleshooting, diagnosing, and performing unscheduled maintenance on assigned aircraft. Additionally, you will perform the full range of repair and testing of aircraft systems, assemblies and surfaces, determining if aircraft components require repair, replacement or re-calibration, and requesting parts and conducting repairs as required.

You will exercise Inspection Authorization privileges to return aircraft to service, provide technical assistance to other UAA aviation maintenance technicians, perform inspections on UAA aircraft for continued airworthiness using methods, techniques, and practices that adhere to the Title 14 Code of Federal Aviation Regulations (CFRs) and UAA's Flight Operations Maintenance Policy. You will be responsible for aircraft maintenance record entries and maintenance records to ensure aircraft are in a condition for safe operation, as required by Title 14 CFRs. Evaluate and report on vendor or contract maintenance activities to the Director of Aircraft Maintenance. 

Maintain professional currency regarding Title 14 CFR updates and changes, maintenance procedures and techniques, airworthiness directives (ADs), advisory publications, aircraft manufacturer's publications and industry developments.

UAA places a strong emphasis on utilizing maintenance standards and procedures which are safe and acceptable to the FAA and UAA. To thrive in this role, you will need to ensure proper safety rules and procedures are followed to prevent injury to personnel or damage to equipment as well as ensuring that the aircraft are safe and airworthy. UAA is committed to fostering and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We recognize the need to develop a diverse and inclusive faculty, staff, and student body and encourage applicants with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and expertise to apply.

• High School Diploma or GED

• Minimum 2 years of progressive experience working in the general aviation maintenance career field

• Valid FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings

• Minimum 2 years recent experience as an Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic

• Current Inspection Authorization

• Demonstrated ability to work independently or as part of a team to perform aircraft maintenance

• Skilled in maintenance practices and inspection procedures and broad knowledge of Title 14 CFRs

• Demonstrated ability to perform aircraft maintenance ground operational checks

• A valid driver's license and clean driving record in compliance with UA Safe Driving Criteria is required.

Position Details:

This position is located at the Aviation Technology Complex at Merrill Field Airport, approximately two miles north of UAA's main campus in Anchorage, AK. This is a full-time, term-funded, non-exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 79, based on education and experience.

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three professional references to your application.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified. Review of application materials will begin immediately. Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient and viable number of qualified candidates have been identified.

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