Pilatus is hiring a Component Repair Technician to join our team in Broomfield, CO. In this role, you will be responsible for the repair and overhaul of aircraft mechanical components in accordance with manufacturer specifications and FAA standards. A successful person in this position requires an above average attention to detail and commitment to tasks completed on time in addition to strong communication skills for the seamless operation of internal support. Take your career to the next level with Pilatus Business Aircraft Ltd!
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
- Performs assembly, repair, testing, and overhaul of landing gear components including landing gear assemblies, shimmy dampers, shock absorbers, and other aircraft components
- Paints aircraft components with epoxy primer and polyurethane finishes
- Performs repairs and calibrations of production equipment and tooling
- Prepares documentation of work performed in accordance with repair station manual
- Ensures minimum turn-time of repaired components
- Maintains equipment and company facilities in a clean and orderly manner
Other Duties/Responsibilities
- Assists aircraft maintenance department when required
- Performs other duties as assigned by Director System Integration
- Ensures a safe working environment and complies with all safety procedures
- Willingness to work overtime as needed to support customer demand
Skills/Qualifications
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- 2 years general aviation maintenance experience
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant license
- Associate's degree or technical diploma preferred
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical manuals
- Strong attention to detail and quality
- Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 lbs.
- Ability to use hand tools and specialized test equipment
- Proficiency in general computer use and MS Office software, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Must meet the criteria of a U.S. person as defined under ITAR 22 CFR 120.62
What We Offer
- 11 paid holidays a year, plus 15 days of paid vacation time, and 6 days of paid sick/personal time to start with an increase to 20 days of paid vacation time after 5 years with Pilatus
- 90% of medical, dental, and vision premiums paid for single coverage and 80% for family coverage, averaging $9,600 annually
- Monthly health savings account (HSA) contributions totaling $2,250 for single coverage and $3,000 for family coverage annually
- 401(k) retirement plan matching up to 6%
- Life and long-term disability insurance premiums paid in full
- Tuition assistance available annually after the first year
The salary range for this position is $26.03 - 33.11 per hour depending on experience. Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
Pilatus Business Aircraft Ltd was founded in Broomfield, Colorado in 1996. Pilatus’ new 118,000 square foot facility is custom-designed to conduct aircraft interior and exterior completions for all PC-12 NGX and PC-24 aircraft delivering to North and South America. This new completions center consolidates the operations Pilatus has performed at the Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport for over 20 years.
With over 2,500 employees and about 150 apprentices at its headquarters in Stans, Switzerland and completion center in Broomfield, Colorado, the Pilatus family unites people from over 40 countries. We offer a secure, innovative, international, and sustainable work environment. Courage, vision, and outstanding performance have made us a strong company. Our culture is shaped by a high level of quality awareness, close customer relationships, and a high degree of employee commitment.
Pilatus Business Aircraft Ltd provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
To submit a paper application, please mail your resume to 12300 Pilatus Way, Broomfield, CO 80021 Attention: Human Resources. No walk-ins please. If personalized assistance is needed to complete an online application for this position, please email employment.us@pilatus-aircraft.com with your request.