Job Description

The Experimental Operations Technician will support flight test operational activities, perform reconfiguration activities to ensure the aircraft is properly fitted for each certification and experimental test activity, and conduct functional test procedures to ensure mechanical systems are functioning within design parameters. The Technician will troubleshoot mechanical systems to identify non-conformities and defects. Overtime and weekend work is expected.

Responsibilities

• Assist the experimental operations team in performing inspections on the aircraft as instructed through Engineering Technical Instructions.
• Collaborate with the team to prepare the experimental aircraft for flight by performing daily inspections, ensuring all maintenance is complete, towing, launching, and recovering aircraft into the hangar using Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Participate in Functional Test Procedures to test systems on the ground prior to flight to ensure system functionality and flight safety.
• Perform first-of-type and prototype installations and software updates with engineering input and work instructions.
• Follow job cards to remove and install Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) and components as needed.
• Work with the team to achieve a high-performing team with a focus on maintaining a highly motivated workforce that enjoys being part of the aviation experience.

• Skilled in Mechanical & Structural Operations
• Experience in aircraft maintenance, inspection assembly, and troubleshooting
• Ability to work any shift (Days/Swing/Nights)
• Ability to travel for off-site aircraft testing

• A&P License (Preferred)
• Experience working on Tilt-Rotor aircraft (Preferred)
• Experience working on experimental/development aircraft (Preferred)

Join a dynamic and innovative team dedicated to advancing aviation technology. We offer a collaborative work environment that values teamwork and motivation, providing opportunities for professional growth and development.

Work Environment

The work environment includes various shifts (Days/Swing/Nights) and may require travel for off-site aircraft testing. The role involves working with advanced aviation technology and requires adherence to standard operating procedures for aircraft maintenance and testing.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Philadelphia,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2025.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.