Aircraft Maintenance Technician (A&P)

Thornton Aviation is seeking licensed Aircraft Maintenance Technicians (all experience levels) for full time employment at our Van Nuys and Burbank locations. We provide industry leading compensation and benefits in a stable and respectful environment. This position will focus on a variety of corporate jet aircraft; including, but not limited to: Gulfstream, Dassault (Falcon), Bombardier (Global/Challenger), Hawker, and Cessna (Citation).

Job Responsibilities:

• Under minimal supervision, perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs of moderate to advanced complexity on aircraft systems and structures.
• Communicate as required to receive and understand work assignments.
• Perform complex aircraft inspections, pre and post flight checks, and confirmation/resolution of reported aircraft malfunctions.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on aircraft systems and components in accordance with FAA regulations, manufacturers’ recommendations, the company repair station manual, as well as company policies and procedures.
• Handle unscheduled maintenance and repairs of aircraft as needed.
• Properly use and maintain company facilities and equipment ensuring accuracy and safety.
• Ensure maintenance procedures and documents used are of current form and accurate.
• Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Rewards:

• Industry leading compensation and benefits.
• Set schedule with opportunity for overtime.
• PPO Health Insurance plan.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• 401k retirement plan, with company match.

Essential Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2 years recent experience working on corporate aircraft models typical to the company.
• Valid Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license issued by the FAA.
• Valid California Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Aircraft manufacturers’ recognized model specific training.
• Local to Southern California.

Since 1984 Thornton Aviation has provided a variety of aviation services to Corporate, Aerospace, and Entertainment industries. Thornton Aviation is an FAA authorized Part 145 Repair Station capable of airframe inspections, non-scheduled repairs, modifications and upgrades, engine work, as well as avionics inspection, fault isolation, and upgrades. Thornton Aviation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $65.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person