Flight Readiness Technician

Job Description

Your next aviation role starts here!Step into a Flight Readiness Technician role in Edwards AFB, CA, supporting advanced aircraft and flight test operations. Put your aircraft maintenance and troubleshooting experience to work in a high-impact, mission-driven environment. Interested in growing your skills and working alongside top industry and government teams? Contact us today to learn more, including benefits like $10,000 in free life insurance. TeamGlobal: where aviation careers take off.

• Role Summary
• In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting T-7 aircraft systems while ensuring adherence to safety protocols and technical data. You will perform aircraft maintenance activities in support of assigned programs while maintaining regular and predictable attendance.

• Education & Job Requirements
• You must have
• A High School Diploma or GED.
• A minimum of 4 or more years of related work experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g., vocational school or Associate degree plus 2 years of related work experience, Bachelor’s degree).
• A minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience in aircraft maintenance with a focus on troubleshooting and repair.
• Experience leading and supervising others in aircraft maintenance tasks.
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts as needed.
• Experience in troubleshooting aircraft malfunctions to the component level.
• Knowledge of aviation regulatory requirements.
• An understanding of quality management systems and adherence to established processes and procedures.
• Familiarity with electronics, electrical schematics, and circuits.
• The ability to comply with all company information systems security policies and procedures.

• Preferred Skills
• You will have
• Experience working on Development Programs and Flight Test Programs.
• Experience developing and fostering relationships with U.S. government personnel.
• Familiarity with DoD systems, including AFTO 781 forms and IMDS.
• Experience in quality management systems and aviation regulatory compliance.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, schematics, and troubleshooting techniques.

• Job Duties & Functions
• You will be able
• Maintain, inspect, and troubleshoot T-7 aircraft systems, including communication, navigation, instrument, mechanical, and electrical components.
• Utilize technical orders, schematics, and diagrams to diagnose faults and perform component-level repairs.
• Operate ground support equipment and perform maintenance on assigned aircraft.
• Open and remove aircraft panels, excluding those requiring Command and Response, to perform maintenance and troubleshoot issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and tool control programs.
• Complete required records manually and electronically in accordance with USAF and company policies.
• Troubleshoot and repair aircraft systems using manuals and technical data in compliance with maintenance directives.
• Provide on-the-job training to less experienced personnel and assist in mentoring junior technicians.
• Participate in inspections and scheduled maintenance tasks as outlined in the maintenance program.
• Perform other duties as required.

• Physical Requirements
• Able to
• Lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Work in confined spaces, elevated areas, and under equipment.
• Work with aircraft components in a shop floor environment with exposure to electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Tolerate exposure to loud noises, airborne particles, and extreme heat.
• Travel domestically and internationally as required.