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The Aircraft Maintenance Technician—Associate/Specialist—serves as an FAA-certified airframe and powerplant mechanic, responsible for performing required inspections and repairs on all aircraft assigned to the School of Aviation & Transportation Technology. In addition to maintaining high safety and compliance standards, this role supports essential fleet operations through tasks such as towing aircraft, ground deicing, cleaning, fueling, hangaring, and ensuring security. Technicians assist with recordkeeping and documentation in line with FAA regulations, aircraft service bulletins, service letters, and technical manuals, while also supporting the upkeep of ground support equipment and physical facilities.
As a Specialist, the technician will additionally instruct aviation maintenance students as assigned by the supervisor or Director of Maintenance, helping educate future professionals using their expertise. Both Associate and Specialist Technicians collaborate to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations throughout the Purdue University aircraft fleet, contributing to the School’s overall mission and service excellence
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About Us:
When you join Purdue University, you join a community that keeps moving forward. For more than 150 years, we’ve been known for not only our groundbreaking work in STEM research, but also for our collective imagination, ingenuity and innovation.
What We Are Looking For :
Education and Experience
Qualified candidates will need:
SK1
- HS Diploma / GED
- Federal Aviation Administration Aircraft Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant Ratings.
SK2
- HS Diploma / GED.
- Three (3) years of experience as an Airframe and Powerplant mechanic in aviation maintenance required.
Skills required:
- Computer literacy with MS office products. Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.
- Valid Driver’s License.
What We Would Like You To Know :
All new hires will be expected to follow Protect Purdue
Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
A background check will be required for employment in this position
FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days
Career Stream
Fire, Police, and Skilled Trades 1
Pay Band S040
Job Code#20003697
Link to Purdue University's Compensation Guidelines: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/mngcareer/compguidelines/index.php
Who We Are:
Purdue is a community built on collaboration, with global perspectives, Boilermaker pride and endless opportunity to live, learn and grow. Join us and contribute to our culture.
EO/EA :
Purdue University is an EO/EA employer.