The Airframe/Engine Technician – RRT travels to the customer’s location to perform on-wing inspection, troubleshooting, and repairs to engines and APUs on various corporate jets across the United States and internationally. This position interacts with customers and collaborates with Duncan team members to provide exceptional customer service and rapid response 24/7.

Duncan Aviation's Rapid Response Team positions are supporting our AOG/RRT Network and typically work out of one of our Additional Fixed Base Locations or remote based on needs. These positions are not considered Entry Level positions as work is performed independently with minimal oversight. Brand new A&P's are encouraged to apply for an Airframe or Powerplant position at one of our 3 MRO locations to gain experience working on Corporate Aircraft prior to applying for the Rapid Response Team. 

* Applicants must have an A&P certificate
* Applicants must have experience working on all/any of these engines:

• Honeywell TFE731, CFE738, HTF7000 Series
  
• Pratt & Whitney 300, 500, 600 & JT15 Series
• Williams FJ44 Series
• GE CF34 Series 
• Rolls Royce BR700 Series
  
  

Essential Job Functions:

1. Efficiently inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, function tests, removes, reinstalls, and returns to service of aircraft engines and APUs using the proper tooling and test equipment in a safe, professional, and clean manner according to manufacturer’s specifications, FAA regulations and Duncan Aviation approved procedures. Performs as an RII Inspector.
   
   
2. Oversees, completes and maintains accurate and timely engine and project documentation including reviewing preliminary reports to ensure accuracy of forecasted and billed labor hours; reviewing work orders and invoices, etc. to ensure timely and accurate inventory allocation, appropriate sign-off language, and accurate charges for labor and outside services are applied prior to billing.
   
   
3. Assists with developing and maintaining relationships with area customers, communicating with sales and marketing personnel, and monitors the Company’s customer database to seek and solicit engine service opportunities. Contacts and calls on customer for engine, APU, or other service support work to meet established financial goals. Responds to customer requests and issues regarding engine and APU service work.
   
   
4. Manages all aspects of assigned engine projects to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency throughout the projects. Accepts full ownership of assigned projects from pre-planning to delivery of the engine through planning, prioritizing, and communicating with customers, Company personnel, OEM’s, outside contractors and vendors, as necessary.  Ensures the safety and security of customer’s equipment during all maintenance phases. 
    
5. Assists with managing and maintaining adequate and appropriate parts inventory certification, calibration of assigned tooling, working condition and cleanliness of support vehicles.
   
   
6. Be available to provide a continuation of service and be a point of contact for internal or external customers before or after scheduled hours of work.
   
   
7. Performs other duties as assigned by management.
   
   

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent is required
• Must be a fully licensed A&P in good standing with the FAA
• Must have a minimum of four years of Corporate Aviation Maintenance focusing on engine/airframe maintenance experience
• Must have previous Lead Technician or AOG maintenance experience with a Corporate Flight Department, Business Jet Service Provider, MRO or OEM.
  
  

Job Specific Requirements:

• Licenses/Certificates: Airframe & Powerplant Certificate required; RII Designation eligible. Must have a valid Driver's License and an acceptable driving record
• Tools/Equipment: Duncan Aviation does require technicians to have their own basic tools to perform essential functions of the job. Duncan Aviation will provide tool lists for each position to qualifying candidates 
• Attendance: Regularly scheduled attendance required; multiple overnight and short notice travel
• Physical: Routinely lifts up to 50 lbs.; occasionally up to 100 lbs.; reads small print; hears sounds associated with mechanical deficiencies; repetitive motion; works with moving parts and vibration; tolerates products, materials and fumes associated with component maintenance; tolerates working in confined spaces and heights above four feet; tolerates standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing and sitting
• Environmental: Tolerates working in extreme temperatures and in noisy environments
  
  

Available Benefits

• Moving is expensive and hard work! Relocation Assistance is available for those that qualify.
• Geographic Differential for Rapid Response Teams based on location
• Rapid Response Team Members receive a Company Phone, Laptop & Vehicle to use for work trips
• Duncan Aviation offers Tool Account Programs for technicians who need to purchase additional tools for their work.
• Duncan offers a comprehensive Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Vacation/Holiday) that is available to team members on day one.
• Plan for your medical needs with a Health Savings Account (employer and employee contributions).
• Save for your future through our 401(k) program where you can begin contributions within your first 45 days, 50% match on first 6% contributed
• Take advantage of a variety of In-House Training opportunities, or use Tuition Assistance to further your education.

Duncan Aviation is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled