Aviation Overhaul Technician

Summit Helicopters, an employee-owned company, is a leader in the rotorcraft aviation market recognized for its innovative solutions and value-added work from minor airframe inspections, removal and installation of major components, component overhaul and structural repair. In addition to operating our own fleet of both rotor and fixed wing aircraft, we are also an FAA certified repair station.

Essential to Summit’s mission are our employees who provide a unique set of skills, knowledge and experience that support us in providing competitive and reliable aircraft alterations and maintenance. Our commitment to our employees is recognized through our competitive benefits package and compensation along with taking part in innovative projects in the ever-changing aviation maintenance market.

Primary responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Overhaul major components of Bell 206 series, 505, 407, Huey, 205, 212,412
• Participated in Bell Overhaul courses.
• Work with procedures and manuals to ensure compliance with company, manufacturer, and FAA regulations.
• Perform overhauls on complex parts with an emphasis on Bell Helicopter Components.
• Adheres to company policies and procedures in preparing, collecting, recording, and maintaining project data.
• Prepare professional correspondence to vendors and customers as required.
• Ability to research parts and prepare quotes from simple to complex projects.

Required skills/Abilities:

• NDT experience and certifications to include Mag Particle, Ultrasonic and Dye-Penetrants
• Interpersonal skills to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff.
• Ability to accurately use and read specialized measuring devices (i.e. micrometers, dial calipers, bore gauges, etc.)
• Experience with machine shop tools such as milling machines, lathes, drill presses are a plus.
• Must be able to lift and move items of 50 pounds or more on a regular basis.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Must be a US citizen with a valid Driver’s License.
• Must have a high school diploma, or GED.

Must be able to pass pre-employment background check and FAA. regulated drug/alcohol tests prior to start. Will be enrolled in our random drug pool.

Benefits:

Employee Stock Option Plan, 401K matching, Dental, Vision, Health insurance, HSA Matching, Paid Time Off and Life insurance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Technical/Mechanical: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Airframe & Powerplant License (Required)

Work Location: In person